Dialogue with Forest Lin
5 Aug 2024
Mr. Forest Lin, Corporate Vice President and Head of Financial Technology, Tencent had an engaging dialogue with the 2024 FLP cohort at the AoF office on 5 August 2024. The interactive session, moderated by Mr. Matthew Cheong, Managing Director, Co-Head of Trading, and Head of Platform Business Development at HKEX, provided valuable insights into fintech development in recent years and how it is shaping finance in the future.
Mr. Lin introduced the development of Tencent’s Fintech, emphasising its core values and the financial services provided in terms of mobile payment products and statistics. He also shared Tencent strategy in developing overseas markets and cross border payment services.
Participants exchanged views with Mr. Lin on the current regulatory landscape, how Tencent balances innovation and compliance, and the potential of central bank digital currencies. He shared his views on the key factors in making cross border CBDC possible. The discussion also highlighted Tencent’s role in advancing financial technology and supporting the GBA’s growth through innovative payment solutions. Mr Lin shared his experience in managing innovation and controlling costs. He also noted the importance of doing something different when pursuing innovation.
Last revision date: 08 Aug 2024