Speakers:

Frankie Tam, Partner, Technology, Eversheds Sutherland

Michael Leung, Chief Executive Officer, Chef Digital Limited

Philip Chow, Senior Associate, Eversheds Sutherland

Sandeep Jadav, Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting

Navigating Generative AI: Opportunities & Legal Implications

There is little doubt that generative AI has emerged as a ground-breaking technology that holds immense potential for transforming industries and disrupting traditional business models. This panel brings together various practitioners to discuss the commercial and legal implications of disruptive technology and practical insights on strategies to navigate through the change. Through the session, attendees can gain valuable insights into how the capabilities of the technology are being leveraged in various commercial and professional contexts, as well as how organisations across the board are navigating through the legal implications and risks.

About the speakers

Frankie is an international technology lawyer qualified in Hong Kong, New York, and England & Wales. Her practice covers a wide array of commercial and tech related matters, including significant technology outsourcing transactions, Fintech, Regtech and blockchain services agreements and data privacy matters.

Frankie has worked with leading DLT companies in study of regulatory developments in digital currencies, CBDC and stablecoins. Frankie is a member of the Vetting Committee of Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Commission’s General Support Programme, where she advises the Government on merits of technology projects. She is on the advisory board of the Stanford University’s Responsible Digital Leadership project. She teaches Regtech and Fintech programmes at postgraduate degrees. She regularly speaks at professional bodies’ CPD programmes and industry conferences. Frankie has mentored distributed ledger technology companies at accelerator programmes.

Michael Leung is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in digital transformation and innovation. As a strategic-driven and result-oriented CEO, he has successfully led and bolstered the growth of startup businesses for a decade. Michael's clientele primarily consists of Fortune 500 companies, focusing on innovation and MarTech, particularly in the areas of Generative AI, Web3.0, NFT, and Metaverse transformation. 
 
In his current role as CEO of Chef Digital Limited, Michael spearheads the company's digital transformation initiatives, driving growth and innovation while nurturing relationships with key clients. Previously, he served as General Manager, where his leadership and business acumen expanded the company's operations and market share. As a Chief Technology Officer Michael provided strategic guidance and technical expertise, ensuring the company's competitiveness in the evolving digital landscape. His journey began as a Technical Director, where he showcased his technical prowess and leadership skills in executing digital projects.
 
Michael's contributions and expertise have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the GOLD STEVIE® Award for Innovation in Technology Management, Planning & Implementation at the 2023 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. He also received the Outstanding Innovative Idea of Decision Analytics Outstanding Award 2023 from Hang Seng University of Hong Kong. Additionally, his outstanding work in the field of Metaverse marketing led to the recognition of his platform at the 2022 FinTech Awards for Blockchain Solutions.
 
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and track record of success, Michael Leung is a highly regarded leader in digital transformation and innovation. His passion for leveraging cutting-edge technologies continues to drive organizations forward in the digital and AI era.

Philip is a Senior Associate in our Commercial and Technology practice in Hong Kong.

Philip has a broad range of experience in information
technology matters. In particular, he is experienced in drafting, and advising on, technology agreements including contracts involving software licensing, software-as-a-service, technology outsourcing and procurement. His practice further extends to data security, data privacy and telecommunication matters. 

Sandeep Jadav is the Regional Lead for Technology in Asia at FTI Consulting and is based in Hong Kong. Sandeep has over 23 years of experience working in forensic technology alongside top global law firms, corporates, financial service institutions and investigatory agencies. Sandeep has extensive experience in delivering projects across the whole of the forensic technology spectrum.

Prior to joining FTI Consulting, Sandeep worked as a Director at a “Big Four” in London overseeing an unprecedented period of growth in the Forensic Technology and Discovery Services team, winning and delivering large eDiscovery, digital forensics and cyber projects. Prior to that he was Head of Computer Forensics at CRA International. 

Sandeep holds a BSc in Computer Science from King’s College London.

This event is hosted by Jeremy Sheldon.

Ticket includes a full hot English breakfast buffet.

Please note that Business Attire is required by the Hong Kong Club - collared shirts must be worn by men, and jeans, sandals and sports shoes are not permitted. To see the full list of club rules on dresscode, please click here.

Pricing

• Start-up Member: HK$440
• Member: HK$550
• Non-Member: HK$680

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