A Guide for Accountants and Those Charged with Governance (TCWG)

A webinar exploring the Quantum threat, it's implications for businesses and critical infrastructure, and strategies for building organisational resilience in the area of Quantum Computing.

18:00 - 19:30 (UTC+8)

Date: 12 November 2026

AIA is the supporting organisation of this webinar.

Speaker: Mr William Gee

Session Highlights:

  • The Quantum Threat Explained.
  • The Impact of the Quantum Threat.
  • Transition Implications for Critical Infrastructure.
  • The need for Board-level PQC oversight and the role of professional accountants and TCWG.
  • Understand the Quantum Preparedness Index published by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority on 27 July 2026.

Who should attend:

  • Accountant Professionals
  • Cross-Sector audience

CPD units: 1.5 hours and Certificate included

Language: Chinese

Format: Online via Zoom

Fee: HK100 for AIA members

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Speakers

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William Gee

Mr. William Gee is a Chartered Accountant and a specialist in Emerging Technologies with a professional career spanning nearly 40 years, A seasoned practitioner in technology governance and risk management, William was invited to join the Technology Expert Group of the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA), providing advice and other input in relation to impact on professional ethics framework in the digital age. William is also a member of the Technology Faculty Board at the ICAEW and a member of the ICAEW Council. William is studying the ethical impact of emerging technologies, especially in relation to Artificial Intelligence and blockchain, and contributing to the ongoing refinement of professional ethical standards. 

William is currently involved in the development of best practice standards for virtual assets, with emphasis on Real-World Asset Tokenisation. William is also supporting the local accounting institute in the development of professional assurance guidance relating to the assurance of stablecoin reserves and audit of virtual assets.

William is working to raise awareness of the Quantum Threat; he is involved in pilots relating to the adoption of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), and advising on the transition to PQC. William has shared insights on transition approach and planning with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the Digital Policy Office, the Hong Kong Police Smart Policing Advisory Panel, as well as members of the Hong Kong Legislative Council.