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Colin Pou

Executive Director (Financial Infrastructure) | Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Mr. Pou holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree in Economics from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Mr Pou joined the HKMA in 1994 as an Assistant Manager. He was promoted as Manager in 1997, as Senior Manager in 2000 and as Division Head in 2008. Mr Pou has worked in different areas of HKMA’s work including banking supervision, banking policy, banking development, monetary operations and payment system operations. Mr Pou was seconded to The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) during 2015 to 2018 to oversee HKMC's general insurance business, before taking up the present position on 29 October 2018.
Mr. Pou holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree in Economics from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Mr Pou joined the HKMA in 1994 as an Assistant Manager. He was promoted as Manager in 1997, as Senior Manager in 2000 and as Division Head in 2008. Mr Pou has worked in different areas of HKMA’s work including banking supervision, banking policy, banking development, monetary operations and payment system operations. Mr Pou was seconded to The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) during 2015 to 2018 to oversee HKMC's general insurance business, before taking up the present position on 29 October 2018.
Panel Discussion: Market-Driven vs. Regulator Driven Approaches to Creating Fintech Ecosystems
Drawing insights from regions that excel in these approaches, the session will examine how different strategies influence innovation, competition, and consumer protection. Discussions will focus on the benefits and drawbacks of each approach, highlighting real-world examples and lessons learned. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to balance market forces and regulatory oversight to create thriving and sustainable fintech markets.
EXECUTIVE SUMMIT
Day 1

partners

Financial Sector Development Program
Saudi Central Bank
Capital Market Authority
Insurance Authority
Fintech Saudi
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