The Zhitong Finance App learned that on November 11, the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of Hong Kong, Sun Dong, responded in writing to the Legislative Council meeting's question that artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into the daily work of Hong Kong enterprises and institutions, bringing opportunities to improve operational efficiency, optimize services and promote innovation. To help SMEs, schools, NGOs and public institutions apply AI more safely and responsibly, the Digital Policy Office (Digital Office) and Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited (HKIRC) will launch Secure AI @职场赋能计划 (Program) in mid-2026 to help organizations establish AI strategies, usage codes, risk management and governance frameworks that meet their needs.
As of October 2026, approximately 14,000 people have participated in the planned free training program. The course is offered online, with no quota limit, so that organizations of all sizes and sectors and their employees can participate in the training flexibly as needed to enhance their ability to apply AI safely and responsibly.
The plan also provides a free online tool, an AI strategy and policy generator. By answering relevant questions, organizations can obtain AI strategies and policy models that meet their needs to assist organizations in formulating appropriate AI usage policies, stipulating guidelines for employees to use AI tools, and strengthening the management of information security and related risks. So far, the plan has generated about 1,200 AI policy models.
Additionally, the plan provides 150 free one-on-one consultancy service places. After completing the training and using the AI Strategy and Policy Generator, participants can apply for consultancy services according to their actual needs. The purpose of consulting services is to enable organizations to provide relevant assistance according to actual needs after completing training and formulating initial AI strategies and policies. As of October 2026, the plan has approved about 30 applications.
The Digital Office will continue to closely monitor the implementation of the plan and the service needs of the organization with HKIRC, and review and optimize service arrangements in due course in response to the actual situation.
In order for different institutions and enterprises to apply AI in a safe and orderly manner, the Digital Office has formulated the “Artificial Intelligence Ethical Framework” and the “Hong Kong Generative Artificial Intelligence Technology and Application Guidelines” to provide clear guidelines for projects developing and applying AI technology to identify and effectively manage potential risks and precautions related to AI projects.
The Digital Office will also contact and promote industry organizations to formulate AI application guidelines, certification and governance frameworks for different industries based on the AI development and risk management strategies proposed in the “Chief Executive's 2026 Policy Address”, and provide professional advice and support. In 2027, the Digital Office and the Hong Kong Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute will also issue AI Agent (AI Agent) security management guidelines applicable to the entire community to improve the overall level of AI security in Hong Kong.
On the other hand, the Government will launch the Digital Transformation Support Pilot Program 2.0 before the end of this year to support SMEs to apply ready-made AI-based digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency and enhance market competitiveness. All AI solutions to be included in the optional list must comply with data processing, cybersecurity, etc., and can only be selected after strict approval by an independent review committee to ensure data privacy and information security risks.
In addition to the above measures, promoting the popularization and awareness of AI is the key to the inclusive development of AI and raising the level of digital intelligence. The Government launched an AI inclusion scheme for all in July this year, which is being implemented in collaboration between Cyberport, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC). Relevant organizations will provide training and support for different AI application scenarios through activities such as training courses, exhibitions, contests, seminars, and thematic forums to raise the awareness of all sectors of society about the safe application of AI.
In addition, the Productivity Bureau also assists enterprises in dealing with security challenges brought about by AI, providing services such as AI governance and security testing, AI governance architecture design, ethics and compliance review, data privacy assessment, and AI agent and model penetration testing. Cyberport helps companies adopt AI in a responsible manner through strategic leadership training and practice-oriented, industry-focused courses. Science Park will also support and co-host seminars or special forums on responsible AI and AI cybersecurity to raise the awareness of privacy risks among SMEs.