The grand finale of the Accenture FinTech Innovation Lab Asia-Pacific 2024 Demo Day was remarkable and provided a fantastic conclusion to this year's #FILAP2024 program.
I would like to take a moment to reflect on the incredible energy and innovative ideas presented during Demo Day. A huge shoutout goes to the eight amazing finalists who showcased their game-changing solutions!
Bilby - AI predicting government policy changes.
BlueOnion - Tools for responsible investing and sustainability.
EVIDENT – Blockchain platform for alternative assets.
LIBERTIFY – Turning complex documents into engaging videos using AI.
Otonomi – Instant quotes for time-critical cargo.
Oxford Risk – Behavioral finance software for better decisions.
Planto – AI enhancing customer intelligence in banking.
zkMe – Decentralized identity platform ensuring user privacy.
A big thank you to Secretary Hui, Simon, and Marco for your fantastic support. Your leadership inspires us to embrace bold ideas. Special thanks to Aislinn, Bojan, and David for sharing your insights, highlighting the possibilities for our startups through collaboration. Shoutout to my incredible Accenture team—Noiz, Larissa, Guillaume, Daniel, Connie—and our co-organiser Cyberport Hong Kong. This wouldn’t be possible without you!
Here are some favorite moments from the day:
🌟 AI Fun: The AI-generated welcome video of me—complete with a polished British accent! Plus, an AI-generated song about the 2024 cohort that’s been stuck in my head!
🌟 Tech Humor: Secretary Hui joked that with AI doing so much, he might not be needed next year!
🌟Unique insights: BlueOnion's Elsa shared how her background in criminal justice motivates her current efforts to combat greenwashing—such a fascinating twist!
🌟 New Horizons: Planto's Ankit and Jessica discovered a new insurance use case through our mentorship, opening exciting growth opportunities.
🌟 Creative Introductions: LIBERTIFY introduced their AI video company with Florian's avatar, showcasing fun yet impactful presentations.
🌟 Real-World Impact: Bilby launched a quant API product thanks to insights from FILAP mentors, making it easier to engage potential clients.
As we look ahead, the future of fintech is bright. With advancements in AI, sustainability, and customer experiences, we’re just scratching the surface. However, as Florian of EVIDENT pointed out, while AI transforms our industry, let’s remember the importance of genuine #human connections—they’re irreplaceable and what truly drive us forward.
Let’s continue to foster this spirit of innovation and collaboration. Together, we can shape the future of finance and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs!
Here’s to a successful 2025 ahead! 🚀💡
#Fintech #Innovation #Collaboration #FutureOfFinance