HKMA and HKSTP announce winners of the IADS Developer Hackathon empowering innovation through secure account data sharing
The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today (March 27) announced the winners of the IADS Developer Hackathonat the IADS Developer Conference held at the Hong Kong Science Park. The ceremony marks the successful conclusion of a six-month innovation journey that has further unleashed the potential of the Interbank Account Data Sharing (IADS) initiative.
Launched in October 2025, the Hackathon brought together the banking industry and fintech firms to collaborate on innovative, secure, customerconsented solutions, leveraging the IADS to accelerate digital transformation in Hong Kong's banking sector.
After a rigorous selection process and mentorship phase,fivefinalist teams presented their solutions today to a panel of judges.
Mr Nelson Chow, the Executive Director (Financial Infrastructure) of the HKMA, said, "The IADS Developer Hackathon has served as a catalyst for innovation in the banking sector. It has been truly encouraging to see participating teams deliver high-quality and practical solutions that open up new opportunities for financial services. Looking ahead, we will continue to strengthen collaboration with banks and fintech firms to drive the industry's broader adoption of the IADS."
Mr Eric Or, the Chief Ecosystem Development Officer of the HKSTP, said,"The IADS Developer Hackathon reflects the strong collaborative spirit within Hong Kong's innovation community. By connecting fintech talent with real industry needs, the Hackathon has helped accelerate new ideas that can enhance banking efficiency and user experience through secure data sharing. The HKSTP is proud to provide a sandbox testing platform and technical support for this competition, and we look forward to seeing these solutions contribute to Hong Kong's fintech development."
Details of the winning teams are set out at theannex. For more information about the IADS initiative, please visit theHKMA website.
HKMA and HKSTP announce winners of the IADS Developer Hackathon empowering innovation through secure account data sharing Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
HKMA and HKSTP announce winners of the IADS Developer Hackathon empowering innovation through secure account data sharing Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
HKMA and HKSTP announce winners of the IADS Developer Hackathon empowering innovation through secure account data sharing Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
