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Join us on 9 October for an exclusive seminar on growing business presence and revenue amidst Hong Kong’s rapidly developing digital economy!

As a vibrant hub for trade and commerce, Hong Kong offers unique opportunities for businesses to tap into the booming Mainland digital commerce market. The figures are promising - cross-border sales account for about 60% of all e-commerce spending in Hong Kong, with 75% of the city’s online shoppers buying goods and services directly from Mainland China.

To capitalize on these opportunities, businesses must also navigate a complex web of laws and regulations, especially those concerning cybersecurity and data protection. Research indicates there is a victim of cybercrime every 37 seconds. Statistics predict that cybercrime will cost the global economy more than US$ 20 trillion by 2026.

Our expert speakers - Wilson Wong, Chief Executive Officer, Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited (HKIRC); and Nick Chan, BBS, MH, JP, Partner, China Appointed Attesting Officer, Squire Patton Boggs – will share their insights on how to navigate the exciting yet complex landscape of cross-border digital business, as well as the opportunities and challenges of cross-border e-commerce. Their sharing with also cover the complimentary cybersecurity services and resources offered by the Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited, a not-for-profit and non-statutory corporation designated by the HKSAR Government to administer the registration of .hk domain names, to support businesses.

This seminar is for you whether your business is looking to enter new markets, enhance your company’s cybersecurity strategies, or keep up-to-date with the evolving legal and regulatory environment related to cross-border digital business.

Learning Outcomes:

1.   Insights into the latest trends in cross-border e-commerce;
2.   Identifying opportunities and challenges when doing cross-border business;
3.  Understanding the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding online sales and business, covering topics including misrepresentation, Sale of Goods Ordinance, copyright, dispute resolution mechanism and governing law-related issues through case studies;
4.   Learning the essential elements of drafting comprehensive and enforceable online terms and conditions that protect business interests;
5.   Strategies to strengthen cybersecurity measures and protect sensitive data;
6.  How to leverage useful complementary cybersecurity services and resources of Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited, including powerful system gap analysis tools and web scan services, to enhance system and online security; and
7.   Best practices for ensuring compliance with cross-border data transfer

Who Should Attend:

This seminar is designed for all businesses with cross-border operations (including but not limited to multinationals, SMEs, start-ups, e-commerce platform operators, business leaders, industry experts and like-minded professionals wishing to equip their business for success in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace).

DISCLAIMER
Speakers' presentations at this event are intended for educational purposes only and do not replace independent professional judgment. Statements of fact and opinions expressed during this event are those of the speakers and participants and, unless expressly stated to the contrary, are not the opinion or position of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, its members, or its committees. The Chamber does not endorse or approve, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, accuracy or completeness of the information presented. Attendees should note that, with the approval of speakers, this event may be recorded, and possibly published on the Chamber's website in audio and/or video formats without further notice.

Recording, duplication or distribution of the contents of the online event is prohibited without prior written permission from the Chamber.

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Speaker(s)

Wilson Wong, Chief Executive Officer, Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited (HKIRC)

Wilson Wong is the Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited (“HKIRC”). A veteran of over 25 years in sales and management experience in private and public companies, Wilson is helming HKIRC in strategic business development and operational rhythm. Wilson is also responsible at the highest level for furthering HKIRC’s mission to promote Hong Kong as an international centre of e-commerce, and to encourage a better understanding and more effective use of the Internet and related technology in Hong Kong and across the region.

Before joining HKIRC, Wilson was the General Manager of IT Industry Development Division of Hong Kong Productivity Council. He also held various key management positions in SAP Hong Kong and Microsoft Hong Kong.

Wilson currently sits on Technology Voucher Programme (TVP) Committee as Vice Chairman and Technical Advisory Committee members of Registration and Electoral Office. He also serves as a member of various industry committees, such as Member of Industry Training Advisory Committee of ICT of the Education Bureau and Vice Chairman of Hong Kong General Chamber of Cross-border E-commerce, to promote ICT and e-commerce development in Hong Kong.

Wilson holds a Master's degree in Business Administration (EMBA) from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

NIck Chan, Partner, China Appointed Attesting Officer, Squire Patton Boggs

Nick Chan, BBS, MH, JP, Hon Fellow (HKUST), lawyer and lawmaker with computer science background, is the Chairman of the HKSARG Innovation and Technology Venture Fund Advisory Committee, and a Partner of global law firm Squire Patton Boggs. He takes pride in combing legal knowledge, tech insights and commercial acumen in providing proactive solutions. He has in-house experience with regional responsibilities at two Fortune 100 technology companies.

Mr. Chan is a member of the Chief Executive's Policy Unit, member of the Communications Authority, member of the Competition Commission, member of the Committee on Innovation, Technology and Industry Development, Chairman of HKGCC Legal Committee and honorary legal advisor of FHKI, HKITF and HKOEF and SmartCity Consortium. Mr. Chan is an elected and serving Hong Kong Deputy to the National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China.

Language

English

Date and Time

2024/10/09 11:00 to 12:00

Venue

Chamber Theatre, 22/F United Centre

Media

Closed to media

Enquiries

Karen Au
Tel: 28231200
Email: [email protected]

Fee

Members @ HK$130 / Non-Members @ HK$260
+$50 for booking offline
This event accepts Chamber Coupon (terms and conditions)
Members enjoy 30% discount with BOC HKGCC VISA Card

Notes

- Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of payment, on a first come first served basis.
- Booking transfer is allowed for corporate members with advanced notice, walk-ins are normally not accepted.
- The Chamber reserves the right to decline any booking or cancel the event. In such case, a full refund of the participation fee will be issued.
- No refund will be made for last minute cancellations or no-shows. If the booking is cancelled at least 3 days before the event, and in such cases the refund will be subjected to a 10% administration fee, or HK$100 deduction, whichever is higher.
- Members paying with their BOC HKGCC Visa Card will enjoy a 30% discount on their reservation. The discount is only applicable to the card holder, and does not extend to their guests. The discount cannot be used in conjunction with Chamber Coupons.
- A $50 handling fee per person will be charged for all offline bookings (e.g. fax, e-mail, post) for all Chamber events. Go online today by downloading our app or registering on the HKGCC website to save the environment and money.
- Priority is given to corporate members. The decision to accept or decline any booking shall be at sole discretion of the Chamber.

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