Spiking Joins IBM Z Day 2026 Asia Pacific Special Edition as a Friend of the IBM Z Community
Singapore AI fintech company to speak live on November 19, 2026, and unveil a new initiative with the IBM Z and LinuxONE ecosystem.
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Spiking, a Singapore-based AI fintech platform that tracks institutional money flows and options trading, has announced its participation in the IBM Z Day 2026 Asia Pacific Special Edition (SE) Track on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Joining as a Friend of the IBM Z Community, Spiking will be represented by its Founder and CEO, Dr. Clemen Chiang, who will speak live during the Asia Pacific programme. The company will also unveil a new initiative with the IBM Z and LinuxONE ecosystem.
The free virtual conference will run from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. AEDT (5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Singapore time), following the global IBM Z Day event on November 18, 2026.
The global conference features more than 300 speakers and offers industry-recognised digital skills badges. It brings together IBM Z and LinuxONE clients, partners, startups, developers, students, and individuals interested in developing mainframe skills across Asia Pacific, including Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, and India.
Exploring AI, Security, Startups, and Skills at IBM Z Day 2026
The IBM Z Day 2026 Asia Pacific Special Edition programme focuses on four key themes:
- AI on IBM Z: Applying artificial intelligence to create real-time value where critical data already lives.
- Modernisation and Security: Exploring enterprise modernisation, security, and quantum-safe cryptography.
- Startups and Innovation: Highlighting startups and the IBM Z and LinuxONE ecosystem across Asia Pacific.
- Skills and Careers: Developing the next generation of mainframe talent across the region.
As part of its participation, Spiking's logo will be featured on the IBM Z Day website as a Friend of the IBM Z Community, recognising its role in the regional startup ecosystem.
Dr. Chiang's live session will explore how startups can use enterprise-grade AI infrastructure. Spiking will also share an announcement marking the next step in its work with the IBM Z and LinuxONE community.
IBM Z Community Welcomes Spiking
"IBM Z Day is where the global mainframe community comes together, and the Asia Pacific Special Edition Track brings that energy to our region's own time zones," said Adam LG Ring, BSc, Global Head IBM Z Startups (+AI) and IBM Z & LinuxONE Ecosystem/Skills Leader APAC.
"We are delighted to welcome Spiking as a Friend of the IBM Z Community. Startups like Spiking show how AI innovation and enterprise computing can grow together, and we look forward to Dr. Chiang speaking live on November 19."
Dr. Clemen Chiang, CEO of Spiking, author of The Disclosed Record series (The Wall Came Down, Long Island, Nine Pages), Portfolio Manager, and Senior Accredited Board Director, also shared his thoughts on the upcoming event.
"Asia Pacific is home to some of the most ambitious builders in fintech and AI, and IBM Z Day gives them a front-row seat to the platforms that run the world's critical transactions," said Dr. Chiang.
"Spiking is proud to stand with the IBM Z and LinuxONE community as a Friend of the IBM Z Community. On November 19, we will share an announcement that reflects our commitment to building trusted AI where critical data lives, and I invite everyone across the region to register and join us."
Spiking to Give Away 25 Copies of The Wall Came Down
To mark the occasion, Spiking will give away 25 copies of Dr. Chiang's book, The Wall Came Down: 56 Options Trading Strategies for the AI Generation, through a contest held during the event.
Contest details will be shared with attendees on November 19.
Register for IBM Z Day 2026 Asia Pacific Special Edition
IBM Z Day 2026, including the Asia Pacific Special Edition Track, is free and open to everyone.
The Asia Pacific programme will take place on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Singapore time.
Attendees can also earn industry-recognised digital skills badges by participating in the conference.
Register here: ibm.biz/zday2026
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About Spiking
Spiking is a Singapore-based AI fintech platform operated by Aly Pte. Ltd. that tracks institutional money flows and options trading, helping investors see what the smart money is doing in real time.
Founded by Dr. Clemen Chiang, who has taught more than 50,000 students since 2003, Spiking combines verified market data with AI-powered education across equities, property, income, and cryptocurrency.
Learn more at spiking.com.
About IBM Z Day
IBM Z Day is a free, one-day virtual conference hosted by IBM Z, bringing together clients, partners, startups, developers, and students around the IBM Z and LinuxONE platforms.
The 2026 edition takes place on November 18 (Americas), followed by the Asia Pacific Special Edition Track on November 19, featuring more than 300 speakers and industry-recognised digital skills badges.
