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20 - 22 May 2026
Singapore EXPO

Hock Lai Chia
Founding Member ; Executive Chairman at Singapore Internet Governance Forum; Responsible Fintech Institute
Speaker

Profile

A recognized fintech ecosystem builder, Chia Hock Lai brings nearly two decades of financial and technology expertise from organizations like GovTech and NTUC Income. He co-founded and led the Singapore FinTech Association (SFA) and Blockchain Association Singapore (BAS) and currently holds key roles at the International Digital Economies Association (iDEA), Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI), Singapore Internet Governance Forum (SG IGF), Digital Assets Association (DAA), and Global Fintech Institute (GFI). An NUS and NTU alumnus, Hock Lai is an IBF Fellow and SkillsFuture Fellow, recognized for his contributions to digital transformation. He actively advises startups and industry committees.