The Taiwan Academy of Banking and Finance (TABF) is the foremost non-profit institution serving Taiwan’s banking industry, and a trusted platform promoting the development and advancement of Taiwan’s financial services. Advised by the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC), it was established in 2000 through the merger of the Banking Institute of the Republic of China (BIROC) and the Banking and Finance Institute (BFI), and remains committed to fostering a modern, resilient, and inclusive financial system for a changing world.
TABF brings together stakeholders across the industry to provide opportunities for talent development, knowledge sharing, and networking. Working closely with both domestic and international partners, TABF provides customized and innovative financial training and certification solutions for the banking sector. Furthermore, it has also been working to improve the financial wellness of the public through financial literacy education, aiming to shape a banking sector that serves all of society.
In a nutshell, TABF is a unique and comprehensive platform committed to fostering a sustainable and inclusive banking industry, making it an essential organization in Taiwan and a valuable partner for the global financial community.
March 3, 2025
To drive financial technology innovation through collective collaboration, the Taiwan Financial Services Roundtable (TFSR) has officially launched the FinTech Industry Alliance under the guidance of the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC). The launch ceremony was held on February 19 at FinTechSpace, bringing together key leaders from Taiwan’s financial sector, including FSC Chairman Dr. Jin-Lung Peng, and executives from CTBC Financial Holding, E.SUN Financial Holding, KGI Financial Holding, and Cathay Financial Holding. The alliance will drive industry development through four key working groups, including: FinTech Application and Development, Digital Finance Regulations and Standards, FinTech Investment and Collaboration and Cross-Industry Ecosystem Co-Creation. This initiative aligns with the FSC’s Five Key Financial Innovation Strategies to enhance collaboration, accelerate digital transformation, and strengthen Taiwan’s global FinTech positioning. More information here.
March 17, 2025
On March 5, the Taiwan Academy of Banking and Finance (TABF), in partnership with the Securities and Futures Institute (SFI) and the Taiwan Insurance Institute (TII), successfully hosted the 2nd Sustainable Finance Evaluation Awards Ceremony. The event highlighted Taiwan’s advanced evaluation framework, designed to accelerate financial institutions’ sustainability transformation. Dr. Jin-Lung Peng, Chairman of the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC), underscored the financial sector’s pivotal role in driving sustainable finance and the net-zero transition. TABF President Dr. Yi-Cheng Kao recognized top-performing institutions for their leadership in ESG, climate governance, and financial innovation. With participation from 79 financial institutions, the awards celebrated excellence in green finance, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainable investment strategies. Stay connected with TABF for more insights
April 30, 2025
Background: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technology are redefining the global financial landscape, intensifying competition, and reshaping business models. With its robust technological foundation and highly integrated industry ecosystem, Taiwan is emerging as a pivotal hub for AI-driven financial innovation, digital transformation, and regulatory technology (RegTech).
This exclusive webinar will offer deep insights into Taiwan’s latest AI financial policies, banking sector digitalization, and the strategic deployment of AI in financial operations, risk management, customer engagement, and process optimization—driving …