The People's Bank of China is expected to release the central bank-side digital RMB system and a digital RMB smart contract ecosystem service framework during the 2026 Financial Street Forum Annual Conference. The announcements will take place at the Chengfang FinTech Forum, which will also host seminars on AI financial applications and risk prevention alongside a fintech application scenario competition. The conference runs from October 19 to 22 in Beijing with over 400 guests from more than 40 countries attending 21 thematic events. This year's edition expands globally with sub-venues in Hong Kong, London, Paris, Toronto, and Nairobi, featuring a first-ever three-way link among Beijing, Hong Kong, and London. The FinTech Conference will include 13 thematic events covering artificial intelligence, blockchain, and digital-intelligent finance, while more than 100 technological achievements are scheduled for unveiling.