Keynote Speakers

Speaker: Prof. Guandong Xu
Affiliations: The Education University of Hong Kong, China
Prof. Guandong Xu
Biography:Professor Guandong Xu is currently a Chair Professor of Artificial Intelligence at The Education University of Hong Kong, Director of the University Research Facility of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (UDSAI), and Director of the Centre for Learning, Teaching and Technology (LTTC). Professor Xu is a distinguished scholar in the fields of data science, artificial intelligence, and social computing, renowned internationally for his groundbreaking research, evidenced by over 350 papers in top-tier international journals and conferences. He has been listed in Stanford University's top 2% of World Scientists since 2021. Professor Xu serves as the Founding Editor-in-Chief of the journal Human-centric Intelligent Systems (Springer) and as an Associate Editor-in-Chief of the World Wide Web Journal (Springer). Professor Xu is a Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
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Abstract:With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, LLM-based multi-agent systems are increasingly becoming a key driver of innovation in the field of education. Against the backdrop of the "AI + Education" era, this talk draws on the Digital Competence Framework of The Education University of Hong Kong and the practical experience of the Learning, Teaching, and Technology Centre (LTTC) to systematically explore the enabling role of generative AI in educational innovation. The talk will focus on the latest research progress in large language models (LLMs) and multi-agent technologies, particularly in areas such as pedagogy-integrated LLM, fine-tuning and agentic AI. It will also delve into their practical applications in higher education. Through concrete case studies, the report will analyze the innovative value and transformative potential of the Model-as-a-Service (MaaS) paradigm in personalized teaching and intelligent assessment in universities. Finally, the talk will outline future research directions, aiming to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for the intelligent transformation of education, thereby fostering deeper integration and innovative development of AI technologies in the educational sector.
Prof. Eric Tsui
Biography: Eric Tsui is former Associate Director of the Behaviour and Knowledge Engineering (BAKE) Research Centre and currently a Senior Project Fellow at the Educational Research Centre at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. He is the coordinator of the Hong Kong MIKE award and a Vice President of the Hong Kong Knowledge Management Society. A recipient of many Knowledge Management and E-Learning international awards including the Knowledge Management Award for Excellence in 2021 and the QS Wharton Reimagine Education Gold Award (Asia) in 2015, Professor Tsui was twice listed as an exemplary/outstanding academic in PolyU Annual Reports in the last 8 years.
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Title: Technologiesfor facilitating Knowledge creation & learning
Abstract: This talk explores how Generative AI (G-AI), including ChatGPT, and metaverse can enhance student engagement and personalised learning. It covers the use of G-AI as a virtual tutor offering real-time, tailored support. The session also introduces gamification and self-paced learning strategies that adapt to individual learners' needs. The use of metaverse technologies to create immersive,interactive learning environments. Together, these innovations offer powerful tools for educators to foster deeper understanding, motivation, and flexible learning pathways.

Speaker: Prof. Eric Tsui
Affiliations: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

Speaker: Prof. Yong Jin Kim
Affiliations: Sogang University, South Korea
Prof. Yong Jin Kim
Biography: Yong Jin Kim is Professor of MIS at Sogang Business School and Head of Smart Fintech Research Center funded by Korean Government. Recently he was awarded Order of Service Merit (Green Stripe) by Korean Government. He will be the president of Asia Council for Small Business and the president of Korea Society of MIS. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Korea Business Review and the president of Academic Association of Korea Motor Industry. He is a member of Financial Regulatory Sandbox (run by Korea Financial Services Commission) and SME Policy Deliberation Committee. He is an outside board member of Hyundai Department Store which is one of the biggest retail companies in Korea. He has also served on various government committees. Before he joined Sogang, he was on the faculty of the State University of New York at Binghamton. He has published over 50 papers since 2002 in the top quality journals including MIS Quarterly and Communications of the ACM. He has also published several books about service innovation. His research interest is in the area of digital transformation, business model innovation, knowledge management, and entrepreneurship. He has plenty of industry experience with information systems integration projects and strategic planning.
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Abstract: How will blockchain-based financial products such as security tokens and stable coins be reshaping traditional finance? Security Token Offerings (STOs) as digitized securities enable fractional ownership of high-value assets like real estate or artwork, making investment more accessible to retail investors. By classifying these tokens as securities, countries such as Switzerland and the United States have applied existing legal frameworks to regulate them, reflecting the growing integration of STOs into mainstream finance. Recently emerging stable coins function as a core infrastructure in the digital financial ecosystem. With global issuance projected to exceed $250 billion by 2025, stable coins are no longer experimental but mainstream financial instruments. Stable coins are categorized into fiat-backed, crypto-backed, and algorithmic types, and dollar-based stable coins dominate with over 95% market share. Their primary use is as reserve currencies in crypto trading, though their role is expanding to remittances, payments, and collateralized investments in U.S. Treasuries—creating significant revenue streams for issuers. As the digital asset market grows quickly, a new regulatory measures are required to prevent illegal use of the digital assets like money laundering and drug trafficking. Another issue for countries including Korea and Japan is how to create strategic opportunity to lead in digital assets market through stable coins. In addition to it, required are stronger security systems, consumer protection, and alignment with global regulatory standards. Overall, STOs and stablecoins are identified as transformative forces that democratize investment, enhance liquidity, and accelerate the transition to a global digital economy.