Highlights
HKUST InvestLM Generative AI Platform Launches
Following its development of InvestLM — HK's first open-source large language model for financial generative AI applications, the School has launched the InvestLM GenAI Platform, open for free registration to the financial services industry in phases. HKUST VPAB and Chair Professor of Information Systems Prof. TAM Kar-Yan said the platform will provide an educational and testing venue for enterprises to explore the potential of GenAI solutions. HKMA welcomes the platform’s launch and encourages its usage among banks.
In addition, the project’s research team also introduced the platform to founder and CEO of NVIDIA Dr. Jensen HUANG, who was recently conferred an Honorary Doctorate by HKUST.
RTHK, Mingpao, 881903.com, RTHK 2, Singtao, stheadline, tkww.hk, DotDotNews, dotdotnews, HKEJ, HKEJ 2, Wenweipo, Wen Wei Po1, Wen Wei Po 3, HKET, HKET 2, HKET 3, aastock, infocastfn.com, finet.hk, quamnet, aastocks 2, yuanta.com.hk, metroradio, bastillepost, hongkong-invest, sina hk, yahoo hk, etnet, aastocks 3, infocastfn.com 2, quamnet 2, cnyes, hkma, sina hk 2, 88iv.com, Line Today, Caproasia, bastillepost 2, HKMA 2, dotdotnews 2, Nation Tribune, Mirage News, finet.com.cn, Fortune, Line Today, HONGKONG Business, OpenGov Asia, weiyangx.com
Sharing Insights on AI and Bitcoin Developments
Two AI-related articles by Acting Dean Prof. HUI Kai-Lung, one on the key to AI success and the other on risks of bubbles developing in the generative AI sector, were published in SCMP and HK Economic Journal, respectively
In a series of HK Economic Journal commentary articles about crypto developments, Prof. Hui discusses the pricing and demand and supply for Bitcoins (article 1, article 2, article 3), while in an interview with Wenweipo, Assoc. Dean Prof. Allen HUANG offered his take on supporting HK’s development into a hub for digital assets and cryptocurrencies.
OTHERS
Global Economic Development in 2024 (Dec 27)
According to People.com.cn, sina, fjtv.net, haiwainet.cn, sina.com.cn, news.youth.cn, and ge.cri.cn, Adjunct Prof. Alicia GARCIA-HERRERO, Department of Economics, said that the technological revolution represented by AI is driving the rapid development in productivity, which she considers the most pleasant surprise in global economic development in 2024
Development of ESG Finance (Dec 27)
According to chinanews.com.cn, Asst. Prof. RAO Deyu, Department of Economics, spoke on the development of ESG finance from the perspective of environmental economics and urban economics at the HK and Macau Youth Cooperation and Cultural Exchange event.
Diversifying HK’s Economy (Dec 27)
In an HK Economic Times column article, Prof. Emeritus Francis LUI, Department of Economics, wrote about how HK should diversify its economy after being overtaken by Macau in per capita GDP.
Quality Enhancement Key to Tourism Growth (Dec 27)
An HK Economic Times column article by the School’s Center for Business and Social Analytics Assistant Manager Wern NGO and Visiting Scholar LIM Hyungsoo suggests that HK should inject vitality into the retail sector and improve service quality to boost tourism.
Changing and Unchanging Aspects of Family Offices (Dec 20)
An HK Economic Times article by Director of Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office Prof. Winnie PENG looked into the changing and unchanging aspects of family offices, as well as their development potential.
Judicial Independence in US (Dec 20)
An HK Economic Times article by Prof. Emeritus Francis LUI, Department of Economics, discussed the state of judicial independence in the US.
China's Annual Best Employer Awards Ceremony (Dec 16)
Prof. XU Yan, Department of ISOM, attended the 2024 China's Annual Best Employer Awards Ceremony and the International Forum on Human Capital Management held in Wuxi, Jiangsu (china.com.cn 1 china.com.cn 2)
Selecting Educational Products (Dec 14)
In an HK Economic Journal column article, Asst. Prof. CHEN Qihui, Department of Marketing, shared his thoughts on selecting suitable educational products for children.
Adapting to New US Administration (Dec 13)
An HK Economic Times article by Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Department of Economics, explored the measures HK should take to cope with Donald Trump’s new presidency.
Impacts of USD on Developed Countries’ Government Bonds (Dec 13)
HK Economic Times ran an article by Assoc. Dean Prof. Dong LOU that sheds light on the impacts of USD on the government bonds issued by developed countries.
HKUST EMBA Open Class on Innovation Strategies (Dec 12)
According to a report by ifeng.com, the HKUST EMBA Program recently conducted an open class named "Enterprise Innovation Strategy" in Shanghai, where Assoc. Dean Prof. FONG Yuk-Fai presented an overview of the School to the participants.
Building FinTech Talent Pool (Dec 10)
In an HK Economic Times column article, HKUST VPAB and Chair Professor of Information Systems Prof. TAM Kar-Yan shared his views on building a FinTech talent pool and exploring opportunities for digital transformation.
Evaluating Blockchain Technology’s Potential (Dec 9)
An HK Economic Journal column article by Acting Dean Prof. Hui Kai-Lung pointed to the risk of overestimating the potential of blockchain technology.
China Macro Economy and Integration with GBA Forum (Dec 6)
According to Sing Tao Daily and Sing Tao Headline.com, Adjunct Prof. KC CHAN attended the "China Macro Economy and Integration with the GBA Forum 2024" organized by Sing Tao News Corporation.
Enhancing Digital Competitiveness (Dec 6)
HK Economic Times ran a column article by Chair Prof. LI Jiatao, Department of Management, on enhancing digital competitiveness.
Internal Strife in US (Dec 6)
An HK Economic Times article by Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Department of Economics, discussed the prospects of internal strife intensifying under the new US administration.
AI Development in HK (Dec 4)
An HK China News Agency article on AI development in HK noted that the School has launched the InvestLM Generative AI Platform. Additionally, the HKUST-incubated company DJI was higHighlights
HKUST MBA Hosts Information Session in Beijing (Dec 3)
According to mbachina.com, the HKUST MBA information session and alumni sharing event was held in Beijing. Assoc. Dean Prof. Stephen SHIH discussed the four different programs offered by HKUST MBA. Several alumni representatives shared their experiences and insights on career development with the attendees.
Building Strong Business School Brand (Dec 1)
In an interview with Eastweek, Prof. KC Chan, Adjunct professor of the Department of Finance and former Dean of the School, recounted how he developed the School into a prestigious brand by introducing management approaches from American business schools and embracing innovative promotion strategies.