As the Assistant Commissioner (Data Applications) of the Digital Policy Office, Mr Brian Sun is responsible for leading major AI initiatives including the pilot of generative AI tools in the Government, the preparation of establishment of the Hong Kong AI Research and Development Institute, managing various central AI platforms as well as guidelines on ethical use and adoption of AI. Besides, he also oversees the provision of “iAM Smart” as a single digital identity of Hong Kong residents for authentication in online transactions and as a single portal for online government services, and implementation of data related initiatives, including data governance principles, the open data policy, and various central data platforms such as the Open Data Portal, Consented Data Exchange Gateway, etc.

Synopsis

Empowering Smart City Development by AI, “iAM Smart” and Digital Corporate Identity (CorpID) Platform

As global markets accelerate their digital transformation, a rapidly advancing AI ecosystem, alongside a robust and unified digital identity infrastructure is vital for fostering trust and efficiency. This presentation outlines the HKSAR Government’s key initiatives under the First Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) and the 2026 Policy Address to empower smart city development. The speaker will highlight how Hong Kong is expanding its AI infrastructure and R&D ecosystem while leveraging “iAM Smart” and the upcoming Digital Corporate Identity (CorpID) Platform to seamlessly connect citizens, businesses and the Government in a thriving digital economy.