Fintech Talent Development

The Fintech Career Accelerator Scheme (FCAS) is a full-time, semester-based internship in which interns will work on fintech projects at the HKMA, banks (including digital banks) or stored value facility operators for six months or one year and receive technology training and regulatory updates respectively. The HKMA also partners with the Insurance Authority (IA) to broaden the scope of fintech internship offerings to cover the insurance sector.

The Scheme has formally concluded in 2026, marking a new chapter in nurturing local fintech talent. As more fintech-related programmes are introduced with shifted industry needs, the HKMA will align with its newly launched “Fintech 2030”, and going forward, roll out talent development initiatives that are more closely aligned with market needs, driving sustained innovation and growth in the fintech sector.

An innovative new initiative aimed at bridging a potential technology skills gap in Hong Kong. With the Greater Bay Area (‘GBA’) bringing the economic area of Southern China closer together, this initiative is designed to accelerate local talent development and equip students with relevant skills and knowledge for a digitally integrated financial region.