Introduction

Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity in this dynamic workshop focused on financial authentication. Learn how AI enhances security frameworks through intelligent analysis and adaptive threat detection. Discover practical approaches to implementing One-Time Password (OTP) and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) systems to protect against fraud and breaches. Through real-world financial case studies and hands-on activities, uncover how AI-driven strategies are redefining digital trust. Whether in tech or finance, this session provides critical insights into safeguarding financial systems and building resilient authentication protocols for the future.

Learning Objectives

Equip participants with practical strategies to:

• Understand the role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity within financial systems
• Apply secure authentication practices using OTP and 2FA
• Evaluate security risks and compliance requirements for financial access control
• Explore AI-driven fraud detection and anomaly identification

Workshop Agenda

Session 1: Cybersecurity Essentials for Finance

• Key cybersecurity threats in financial services
• AI's role in fraud detection and security enhancement
• Authentication methods: passwords, OTP, 2FA, biometrics
• Case study: Review recent cybersecurity breaches in finance and their impact
• Class activity: Assess your organization’s authentication methods and potential weaknesses

Session 2: AI-driven Authentication Analysis

• How OTP and 2FA work across platforms (SMS, email, authenticator apps)
• Secure implementation and integration with banking systems
• Compliance with financial regulations (e.g., PSD2, FFIEC, HKMA guidelines)
• Group exercise: Evaluate security trade-offs and usability challenges in authentication

Session 3: AI in Fraud Detection

• AI’s role in identifying fraudulent transactions and suspicious logins
• Behavioral biometrics & anomaly detection for financial security
• Real-time monitoring & alerting using AI models

Session 4: Integrating AI-Enhanced Security

• Best practices for integrating AI-enhanced security in financial access control
• Balancing user experience and security enforcement
• Audit logging and compliance reporting
• Group discussion

Workshop Information & Fees

Target Audience

• Financial professionals with security responsibilities
• Risk and compliance officers
• IT managers in financial institutions
• Digital banking and fintech product teams
• Cybersecurity analysts

Fees

Early Bird Price: HK$1,200 per head (with code: ABSU250930PM)

Promotion Period: Valid until 16 September 2025

Regular Price: HK$1,500 per head

Special Notes for Cyberport Community Start-ups

Participants from Cyberport Community Start-ups (including current incubatees, CCMF grantees, and alumni) must pay 100% of the training fee in advance and can reimburse 75% upon successful completion (must not be absent or late for more than 15 minutes per module) through:

• Incubation Programme for Smart Living Start-ups (CLP-SLS)
• Market Development Support Scheme (MDSS) (submit application at least 7 working days before the workshop)

All monies collected will be used for Cyberport’s public mission start-up events and activities. Learners will not receive a certificate or attendance record if late or absent for more than 15 minutes.

About the Speaker

Mr. Felix Kan, CEO & Co-founder of Reimagine Cyberbay Limited (Cyberbay)

Felix, an ex-PwC Partner, began as an ethical hacker with 10 years of consultation experience. He co-founded PwC’s Darklab, Hackaday, and Hackbot, and developed real-life attack simulation methodologies. Felix has helped clients transform cyber defense strategies and enhance operational tactics. His expertise spans IT governance, security frameworks, application and data security, IT risk, security management, technology architecture, and ethical hacking for high-security networks, web, and mobile applications.

Certifications: Designer and developer of CatchMe (PwC proprietary tool), Offensive Security Certified Professional, GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester, Certified Ethical Hacker.

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Deadline: 23 September 2025, 9:00 AM HKT

Certificate: Yes (provided upon full attendance)