The second annual Fintech Festival Asia will arrive this November, featuring some of the biggest names in the financial technology (fintech) world. Among the stellar list of sponsors are Visa, the Bank of Singapore, and TBCASoft. The event promises to bring together thought-leaders, innovators, and investors from all around the globe.
1) Fintech Festival Asia Announces Stellar Sponsors
Fintech Festival Asia 2020 has some of the biggest names in the Fintech industry on board as sponsors. This year, the names and brands associated with the event have a star-studded lineup going.
The festival will be sponsored by some of the biggest banks, tech companies, and financial firms in the region. Here are some of the prominent sponsors for the event this year:
- DBS Bank – Traditionally one of the most innovative banking institutions in Southeast Asia, the Singaporean bank is providing its support to the event.
- UOB – Another Singaporean banking institution, UOB is also throwing its weight behind the event.
- Google Cloud – The tech behemoth has its own suite of Fintech solutions on offer, and it is keen to demonstrate them at the event.
- OCBC – One of the ‘big three’ banks in Singapore, OCBC is looking to promote its technical capabilities to the Fintech industry.
- JP Morgan – The US-based financial institution is one of the biggest names in the industry world-wide, and its presence serves as a reminder to the impact that Fintech is making around the globe.
The list of sponsors also includes innovative companies like Avaloq, Deloitte, Eight Wealth, and more. All of the participants have committed to helping the event reach its full potential, and have already made generous pledges.
The sponsors are sure to help open up the event to a wider international audience, and give the festival the sort of star power it needs to make its presence felt around the world. With such a formidable lineup already secured, Fintech Festival Asia 2020 is off to a great start.
2) Renowned Companies Commit to Support Global Event
IBM and Cisco announced a partnership to confront various global challenges. Both companies will donate technological tools, skills, and experience to this global event. This partnerships builds on IBM and Cisco’s collective knowledge in the fields of computing, artificial intelligence, and global collaboration.
IBM’s contribution to this event includes their various cloud solutions. Their powerful open-source cloud ecosystem will help deliver services to remote communities. Additionally, they are offering free online courses that provide essential skills related to AI technology, resources, computing, and other key topics that are eligible for the event.
Cisco pledges to provide technical and best practices assistance in the form of their collaboration and networking tools. This includes their Webex collaboration platform, which will boost remote collaboration and engagement. Cisco suggests that by using their virtual tools, the global event will see an increase in awareness, information sharing and data accessibility.
In addition, both IBM and Cisco are strongly committed to promoting diversity and multiculturalism in the world. They are providing educational initiatives and opportunities to millions of students and professionals around the world. Their shared goal is to bridge the gap between global communities by providing them with essential skills.
Through this partnership, IBM and Cisco have committed to support the global event in the following ways:
- Develop online courses and certification programs in AI, data science and cloud computing.
- Support technology initiatives with specialised training and insights.
- Provide free access to their Webex collaboration platform.
- Donate resources to promote diversity and multiculturalism in global communities.
3) Corporate Leaders to Lead Fintech Festival’s Future
Top corporate leaders from the finance and tech sectors have been recognized as key innovators in the development of the Fintech Festival’s future. They will be participating in a series of panel discussions that will shed light on the booming financial technology industry.
Key figures
Three key speakers at this year’s Fintech Festival have been identified. They are:
- Stacey Cunningham, President of the New York Stock Exchange.
- Rebecca Minkoff, CMO of EarlyShares, an online capital-raising platform.
- Adam D’Angelo, CEO of Quora, and former CTO of Facebook.
These respected industry leaders bring valuable insights to the conference and have the power to shape the industry’s direction. With their combined expertise, the leaders will be able to share perspectives and experiences on the latest innovation trends in the financial technology industry during the festival.
Topics of discussion
At the upcoming panel, the corporate leaders will be examining several issues that are important to the future of the Fintech industry. They include:
- The growing popularity of financial technology.
- Challenges to traditional approaches to finance.
- The potential of artificial intelligence technology to transform finance.
- Regulatory implications of financial technology.
- Career opportunities in the Fintech industry.
These topics will allow the panelists to dive deep into the challenges and opportunities that the financial technology industry presents. As innovators in their respective fields, the panelists will also offer their personal advice and unique insights into the future of Fintech.
4) Expert Panelists Lineup Revealed for Virtual Conference
Delighted to announce the expert panelists lineup for the virtual conference. A renowned assembly of experts from across the sector will lend their expertise and knowledge to the proceedings.
The conference will feature four highly esteemed panelists.
- Prof. Charles Griswold. Emeritus Professor of Classics and Philosophy, Director of the Center for Comparative Philosophy at Brown University.
- Dr. Agnes Santo. Graduate Medical Education Director at Hennepin Healthcare and Chair of the Pediatrics Residency Program.
- Mr. Mark Thomas. Professional percussionist, audio engineer, and music producer.
- Ms. Jane Smith. Business intelligence lead at a Fortune 500 company.
Prof. Griswold is renowned for her innovative research in philosophy. She has published influential books on culture, ethics, and philosophy, including her most recent book, The Ethics of Belief.
Dr. Santo has a distinguished record in research, training, service, and leadership. She oversees approximately 200 medical residents and fellows across all residency/fellowship programs.
Mr. Thomas is a noted musician and sound engineer. He has performed on Broadway and with the National Symphony Orchestra, and he is currently working on a series of solo percussion recordings.
Ms. Smith is an experienced business intelligence leader with a track record of developing data-driven strategies that deliver insights and drive positive change. Her portfolio includes leading projects for companies ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 organizations.
The distinguished panelists will provide invaluable insights into their respective fields and help guide attendees to greater understanding. We look forward to engaging with the panelists and learning from their expertise.
The Fintech Festival Asia drew attention from across the continent for its innovative approach to regional development, and has attracted the support of some of the largest stakeholders in the fintech world. The stellar lineup of sponsors and partners, as announced, is a testament to the potential of this ambitious venture. There is no doubt the Festival will make a lasting impact in the region, and the world of fintech.
