Connecting the World, Integrating Traditional Finance with the Crypto Market - The 2026 Crypto Finance Forum is About to Open

The 2026 Crypto Finance Forum, co-organized by ME Group, WLFI, Bakkt, and the HKU School of Management and Economics Executive Education, will be held at the University of Hong Kong on February 12, 2026. Guided by the vision "Decoding Cryptocurrencies, Reshaping the Future of Finance," the forum aims to be a high-level dialogue platform connecting East and West, academia with business, and traditional finance with the crypto industry.

  • The agenda will focus on three core themes: the current state of the crypto industry, the latest institutional practices in traditional finance, and cutting-edge applications in the on-chain world.
  • Featured speakers include executives from WLFI, Bakkt, HashKey Group, the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Cyberport, Nano Labs, and ME Group.
  • The forum seeks to review the evolution of crypto finance and explore institutional opportunities and new technological paradigms within a compliant framework.
  • Strategic partners for the event include Nano Labs Ltd and CoinFound, with support from several major industry media outlets.
Summary

As cryptocurrencies and traditional finance become deeply integrated, the Crypto Finance Forum will be grandly opened at the University of Hong Kong on February 12, 2026.

The CryptoFi Forum, jointly organized by WLFI, Bakkt, HKU School of Management Executive Education, and ME Group, aims to create a high-level dialogue platform connecting East and West, academic research and business practice, and traditional finance and the crypto industry. Guided by the vision of "Decoding Cryptocurrencies, Reshaping the Future of Finance," this forum will systematically review the evolution of crypto finance and, within a compliant framework, delve into institutional opportunities and emerging technological paradigms, providing forward-looking insights into the future of the global financial system.

The forum will feature multiple strategic dialogues, with guests including Zak Folkman, Chase Herro, and Ryan Fang from the WLFI team; Nicholas Baes, COO of Bakkt; Dr. Xiao Feng from HashKey Group; Professor Wang Yang, Vice-Chancellor (University Extension) and Chair Professor at the University of Hong Kong; Jack Kong, Director of Hong Kong Cyberport and CEO of Nano Labs; and Ms. Jessica Yang, CEO of ME Group. The forum agenda will focus on three core themes: the current industry landscape of the crypto world, the latest institutional-level practices in traditional finance, and cutting-edge applications in the on-chain world.

In addition, we would like to thank our strategic partners Nano Labs Ltd (Nasdaq: NA) and CoinFound; and our media partners Foresight News, Odaily, Jinse Finance, PANews, Bitpush, and Caihua News Agency for their strong support.

Event Information

Event Theme: Crypto Finance Forum

Event Time: February 12, 2026, 09:30 - 12:00 (HKT)

Event Location: University of Hong Kong

Organizers: WLFI, Bakkt, HKU School of Management Executive Education, ME Group

Strategic Partners: Nano Labs Ltd (Nasdaq: NA), CoinFoundry

About CryptoFi Forum

The CryptoFi Forum (CFF) is dedicated to building a dialogue and cooperation platform to promote the development of the global crypto finance industry.

Official website: https://www.me.news/CryptoFi

Regarding WLFI

WLFI is building the future of finance. USD1 is just the beginning; it is dedicated to serving individual users, institutions, and the wider financial community.

Official website: https://worldlibertyfinancial.com/

About Bakkt

Bakkt focuses on building a new generation of institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure, reshaping the form, circulation, and market operation mechanisms of currency.

Official website: https://bakkt.com/

Executive Education at the Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Hong Kong

The Executive Education program at the HKU School of Management and Economics is dedicated to helping managers navigate the complex global market environment. Leveraging HKU's unique strengths in international perspective, comprehensive thinking skills, and academic excellence, it enhances managers' strategic vision.

Official website: https://execed.hkubs.hku.hk/

About ME Group

ME Group is a leading global financial information and technology platform. Headquartered in Hong Kong, with a North American office in New York, its core businesses encompass media services (ME News), branded events (ME Event), video services (BTV), and AI-driven media, marketing, and data services. It is committed to providing global users with accurate information content, professional market services, and AI-powered intelligent solutions.

Official website: https://www.me.news/

More details

Official event website: https://www.me.news/events/488

X Platform: https://x.com/CryptoFi_Forum

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