Background
Amid Hong Kong’s widespread digital transformation, traditional paper-based certification systems are undergoing a fundamental revolution. Conventional paper certificates face challenges such as high production costs, inefficient circulation, difficulty in verification, and vulnerability to forgery. As a result, electronic certificates that integrate internationally standardized e-signatures and blockchain technology are emerging as a global trend. These digital solutions not only enable end-to-end paperless processes but also establish a stronger anti-counterfeiting trust mechanism through cryptographic safeguards and decentralized storage. E-signatures authenticate identity and signing intent, while blockchain ensures document integrity and process traceability—together forming a complete trust ecosystem.
To advance Hong Kong’s Smart City development, the Smart City Consortium and the Hong Kong PKI Forum jointly launched the “e-Cert Smart Sign Initiative”, promoting locally tailored e-certificate solutions that combine globally recognized e-signatures and blockchain technology across industries.
- Date: 2 July 2025
- Time: 3.15-3.30pm
- Location: Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center – Learning & Teaching Expo venue
MoU signing parties:
Smart City Consortium, Hong Kong PKI Forum, Chartered Institute of Housing,
Honored Guests:
- Hon. Elizabeth Quat, SBS, JP, Honorary President of the Smart City Consortium and Legislative Council Member
- Ir. Professor Christopher Chao, Vice-President of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Mr. Gary Yeung Man-rui, MH, President, Smart City Consortium
- Ms. Eva Chan Yuen Wah, Chairperson of the Hong Kong PKI Forum
- Mr. Edmond Cheung Shu Yan, Deputy Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Housing
- Representative of Hong Kong Education City