EY x HKUST IEMS Emerging Market Insights Series - Data Governance in Smart Cities in the Greater Bay Area: Opportunities and Challenges
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| Thursday 27 February 2025 at 3:00 - 5:30 pm (Hong Kong time, GMT +8) | |
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27/F, One Taikoo Place, 979 King’s Road, Quarry Bay |
Abstract
In collaboration with EY and The Greater Bay Area IT Industry Association, HKUST Institute for Emerging Market Studies is proud to present the seminar on “Data governance of smart cities in the Greater Bay Area: Opportunities and challenges”. We will feature a dynamic dialogue among policymakers, scholars and industry practitioners, held in conjunction with the 6th anniversary of the unveiling of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Development Plan. You are cordially invited to join this insightful discussion on shaping the future of smart cities in the GBA.
The integration of advanced digital technologies into urban management is critical to the development of smart cities in the GBA. These technologies offer immense potential to improve urban functions such as traffic management, energy efficiency and public safety. However, they also bring significant challenges, including protecting privacy, ensuring data security and addressing jurisdictional complexities. The speakers will explore effective data governance models and strategies that address these issues while supporting sustainable and equitable growth in smart cities and discuss opportunities for Hong Kong.
Organizers
- EY
- HKUST Institute for Emerging Market Studies (IEMS)
Co-organizer
Program
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3:00 – 3:05 pm |
Welcome Remarks Jasmine Lee Managing Partner, Hong Kong and Macau, EY |
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3:05 – 3:35 pm |
“Exploring Data Governance for Smart Cities: Opportunities and Challenges in the Greater Bay Area” Prof Masaru Yarime IEMS Faculty Associate, Associate Professor of Public Policy, Co-Director of the AI Ethics and Governance Lab, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
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3:35 – 3:55 pm |
Preparing for the upcoming Hong Kong legislative requirements to enhance protection of the computer systems of critical infrastructure |
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3:55 – 4:15 pm |
Break (Refreshments will be provided) |
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4:15 – 4:25 pm |
"Building Hong Kong as an International Data Hub" |
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4:25 – 5:30 pm |
Panel discussion Moderator: Vincent Chan, Greater Bay Area Technology and Data Connect Leader, Ernst & Young Panellists:
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5:30 pm |
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Speakers and Moderator (in alphabetical order of last name)
- Adam Au, Council Member and Treasurer, Institute of Big Data Governance
- Nelson Chan, Partner, Consulting, Ernst & Young Advisory Services Limited
- Vincent Chan, Greater Bay Area Technology and Data Connect Leader, Ernst & Young
- Prof Masaru Yarime, IEMS Faculty Associate, Associate Professor of Public Policy, Co-Director of the AI Ethics and Governance Lab, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- Ir Allen Yeung, Founder and CEO, Intelli Global Corporation; President, GBAITA
Biographies (in alphabetical order of last name)
Adam Au, Council Member and Treasurer, Institute of Big Data Governance
Adam Au is the General Counsel and Head of Internal Audit at a multinational corporation. He is a certified data privacy expert with a focus on data protection and privacy. Adam holds an economics degree from Brown University, a law degree from Oxford University, and an MBA from MIT Sloan. He is also a lecturer in data protection and AI at the University of Hong Kong.
Nelson Chan, Partner, Consulting, Ernst & Young Advisory Services Limited
Nelson has over 25 years of experience in privacy compliance, cyber campaigns, information security management systems, data security management, IT risk management, security operations and incident response. With over 15 years of experience in the PRC market and 10 years in the HK market, he possesses in-depth experience in assisting enterprises across various industries with privacy and cyber compliance.
Vincent Chan, Greater Bay Area Technology and Data Connect Leader, Ernst & Young, Hong Kong
Vincent is an EY Partner based in Hong Kong, and he has led a team of professionals in providing business and technology consulting services to clients, covering areas such as enterprise governance, finance, business and digital transformations, and cybersecurity & data privacy over the past two decades.
Vincent has over thirty years' experience in technology consulting, serving clients from a variety of industry sectors and advising them on addressing technology risks and business issues. He has been involved in the development of international best practices, and a keen advocate in promoting the recognition of cross-jurisdiction data governance. In his GBA role, Vincent coordinates with the leaders of all services teams within EY to provide a one-stop service platform for clients to seize the opportunities from the GBA development.
Vincent is currently also the Vice-Chair of the Institute of Big Data Governance (IBDG), Cross-boundary Data Collaboration Sub-group Member of HKSAR Government’s Digital Economy Development Committee (DEDC), Council Member of Hong Kong Institute of Directors (HKIoD), Assessment Panel Member of Innovation & Technology Commission’s various funding programs, Member of Hospital Authority’s Public Complaints Committee, and Convenor of the Hong Kong Institute of CPA's IT Interests Group.
Vincent is Certified Practicing Accountant (HKICPA), a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), as well as Certified in Governance of Enterprise Information Technology (CGEIT), and he was awarded “Medal of Honor” (M.H.) by the Hong Kong SAR Government’s Chief Executive in 2017 for his contributions in information security.
Prof Masaru Yarime, IEMS Faculty Associate, Associate Professor of Public Policy, Co-Director of the AI Ethics and Governance Lab, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Masaru Yarime is Faculty Associate at the HKUST Institute for Emerging Market Studies. He is currently Associate Professor at the Division of Public Policy and Co-Director of the AI Ethics and Governance Lab at HKUST. He has appointments as Visiting Associate Professor at the Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Tokyo and Honorary Associate Professor at the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Public Policy at University College London.
He is exploring data-driven innovation such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and smart cities for sustainability and implications for public policy and governance. He serves on the editorial board of international journals, including Sustainability Science, Environmental Science and Policy, Environmental Innovation and Societal Transitions, Frontiers in Sustainable Cities - Innovation and Governance, and Data & Policy.
He received a B.Eng. and M.S. in Chemical Engineering at the University of Tokyo and California Institute of Technology, respectively, and a Ph.D. in Economics and Policy Studies of Innovation and Technological Change at Maastricht University.
Ir Allen Yeung, Founder and CEO, Intelli Global Corporation; President, GBAITA
Ir Allen Yeung has extensive experience in areas including smart cities, big data, cybersecurity, telecommunication, semiconductor industry, angel investing, venture/private equity investment, business development, management in science and technology park as well as government affairs. He has contributed significantly in promoting and developing the innovation and technology industry in Hong Kong and the region. He has served many councils and advisory committees in the ICT industry associations, business angel networks, engineer professional bodies, as well as educational institutions. He is a leading figure in the technology sector in Hong Kong.
From 2015 to 2018, Ir Yeung was appointed by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government as the former Government Chief Information Officer, head of the department and Justice of the Peace. In the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (which has been merged and currently named as Digital Policy Office), his responsibilities included formulating ICT policies and strategies; leading the E-government programmes; promoting and developing ICT industry as key business and economy driver; and bridging the digital divide.
Ir Yeung started his career in 1987 in the Silicon Valley, working for many hi-tech companies. In 1995, he relocated to Hong Kong to further his career development and served in several senior management positions for Hong Kong listed companies and multinational enterprises in the States, China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, India, Australia and New Zealand. He holds BSEE from the University of Texas at Austin, MSEE from Purdue University and Executive MBA from HKUST-Kellogg Northwestern University.
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Notes
- Please note that this event will be recorded, with the recording to be published on our social media channel after the event. By attending the event, you consent to being recorded and potentially appearing on the video recording, which may be viewed by a global audience.
- Please be informed of our bad weather policy.
- Please direct all your enquiries to iems@ust.hk.
- Starting in September 2023, our events will follow the HKUST Sustainable Event Guidelines.
Reference
HKUST IEMS Thought Leadership Brief No. 88 Data Governance for Smart Cities in China: Opportunities and Challenges https://iems.ust.hk/publications/thought-leadership-briefs/masaru-data-governance-for-smart-cities-in-china
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