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Join the CSDI Awards 2026: AI-Empowered Spatial Data Creating Boundless Potential!
We are excited to announce that Hong Kong Shue Yan University - Department of Data Science and Digital Innovation (DSDI) is the supporting organization of the CSDI Awards 2026 and it is now open for enrolment! The theme for this year's highly anticipated competition is "AI-empowered Spatial Data Creating Boundless Potential". This is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their technological skills and creativity.
Introduction & Competition Objectives The main objective of the CSDI Awards 2026 is to encourage participants to deeply integrate artificial intelligence (AI) with the analysis and use of spatial data, rather than treating AI only as a helper tool. The competition aims to explore innovative proposals for urban development, community services, and everyday life applications. Ultimately, it seeks to discover the crucial role of spatial data in building a smarter, more liveable, and more innovative Hong Kong.
Intensive Workshop Series on Digital Competency – vCAVE Development
Date: 20 NOV 2026 (Fri)
Time: 11:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 16:00
Location: RHB507 VR Lab
Quota: 4
Description:
🎯 Workshop Objectives, by the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the hardware architecture of the HKSYU vCAVE system.
2. Set up and integrate the vCAVE SDK into Unity projects.
3. Deploy, run, and troubleshoot interactive spatial applications in the vCAVE environment.
Master Talk: Inside the Esports Industry – Careers, Roles, and Competitions in Hong Kong
Date: 11 November 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 11:00 – 12:00
Venue: LG204, Game Development Laboratory, Main Building
Speakers: Winnie Tam and Ice Wong, Hong Kong Student Esports Federation (SEFHK)
About the Talk
Esports is far more than playing games. Behind every tournament is a whole industry of professionals, from casters and commentators to event producers, team managers, broadcast crews, content creators and marketers. In this Master Talk, two guest speakers from the Hong Kong Student Esports Federation (SEFHK) introduce the esports industry and the different job positions within it, sharing what each role involves and the skills needed to get started. They will also give an overview of the competitions held in Hong Kong, from student leagues to professional events, and how students can take part. The session closes with a Q&A, where students are welcome to ask about career paths and the local esports scene.
Call for Applications: The 1st Hong Kong University FinTech Innovation Competition 2026 (ICBC Cup)
The 1st Hong Kong University FinTech Innovation Competition (2026) is now open for applications! Hong Kong Shue Yan University is one of the Supporting Organization. Organized by ICBC (Asia), this inaugural event marks the historic launch of a dedicated Hong Kong competition zone for the prestigious, flagship ICBC Cup National College Student Financial Technology Innovation Competition.
Under the guidance of the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), this competition is designed to empower young talent, promote industry-academic collaboration, and spark practical business model innovations within the modern banking and financial sectors.
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Intensive Workshop Series on Digital Competency – vCAVE Development
Date: 20 NOV 2026 (Fri)
Time: 11:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 16:00
Location: RHB507 VR Lab
Quota: 4
Description:
🎯 Workshop Objectives, by the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the hardware architecture of the HKSYU vCAVE system.
2. Set up and integrate the vCAVE SDK into Unity projects.
3. Deploy, run, and troubleshoot interactive spatial applications in the vCAVE environment.
Future Science Prize Week
On 6 November 2026, a representative from the Department attended the opening ceremony of the Future Science Prize Week, a prestigious international scientific event dedicated to recognising excellence in original basic research. The Future Science Prize honours scientists, regardless of nationality, who have made outstanding contributions to scientific advancement in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan. Guided by the mission of promoting scientific spirit and celebrating the achievements of leading researchers, the event inspires public engagement with cutting-edge scientific discoveries and emerging global trends. This year’s programme brings together more than 100 distinguished scientists from around the world to exchange ideas on interdisciplinary collaboration and academic innovation, further strengthening the event’s reputation as an authoritative, professional, and globally influential platform for scientific advancement.
DSDI Students Awarded the President’s List 2025–26
The Department of Data Science and Digital Innovation (DSDI) is delighted to announce that eight students from the two undergraduate programmes have been awarded the President’s List 2025–26 in recognition of their outstanding academic performance, dedication, and perseverance throughout their studies. This remarkable achievement reflects their commitment to excellence and exemplifies the high standards of scholarship upheld by our students. We warmly congratulate them on this well-deserved honour and celebrate their success.
