Agenda

14:00 – 14:15 | Welcome and Registration

14:15 – 14:30 | Opening Address

An opening address welcoming participants to the summit, highlighting the event's goals of exploring critical trends in fintech investment, security, and technological progress, as well as fostering collaboration within the industry.

John Cotterell - CEO - Endava

14:30 – 15:00 | Right Touch Regulation: Striking a Balance of Safety and Growth

Panel discussion delving into the importance of regulation in fostering a secure fintech ecosystem while not stifling innovation. This conversation will explore how to balance the needs for compliance with the fast-paced growth and scaling that characterizes the fintech sector.

Moderated by Chris Daniel, Founder and Chair of the Global Fintech & Payments Group, Paul Hastings LLP
Alex Clements, Global Head of AML, CFT & Sanctions, TransferMate
Liam Maxwell, Former CTO, HM Government

15:00 – 15:20 – World Bank Keynote

Ms. Idah Z. Pswarayi-Riddihough, Global Director of Strategy and Operations

15:20 – 15:45 | BREAKA brief opportunity for networking and refreshments.

15:45 – 16:30 | The Road Ahead: Innovation as the gateway to a new Financial Future This session will focus on the future of scaling fintech businesses securely. Thought leaders will share their visions for the next 3-5 years in fintech, addressing the role of innovation, payment solutions, evolving investment strategies, regulatory landscapes, and cybersecurity trends.

A unique perspective - Adam Banks, ex CIO Maersk (15 mins)

Followed by panel

Chair – Al Lukies
Adam Banks, ex CIO Maersk
Gurdeep Singh Kohli - Lead Europe & Americas, SC Ventures

16:30 – 17:00 – Train & Gain – Exploring AI Deployments from the Perspective of Model Developers and Financial institutions

Amir Ghavi – Chair, Tech Transactions, Paul Hastings
James Utting, Chief Business Officer - Group Emerging Technology at UBS,
Misha Jessel-Kenyon – GTM Lead, UK, Mistral AI

17:00 – 17:30 - Collaboration in a Fragmenting WorldIn this discussion, we will share insights on how fintech companies can thrive through strategic partnerships and collaborations. In a world where digital transformation is fragmenting industries, effective partnerships are essential to enhance scalability, innovation, and market reach.

Chair - Chris Wilkins, CEO Audley
Mo El Husseiny, Managing Partner Ventura Capital

Andy Davies Global Head of Payments, Endava

Networking Reception 17:30 onwards - An informal networking session for attendees to connect, share ideas, and explore potential collaborations over light refreshments.

Securing our Fintech Future