FinTech LIVE Singapore kicked off the FinTech LIVE 2025 series, bringing together industry leaders, technology pioneers, and financial experts to examine the innovations shaping the future of financial services across the Asia-Pacific region.
This one-day virtual event featured keynote presentations, panel discussions, and targeted networking opportunities, equipping attendees with practical insights and strategies to thrive in an evolving fintech landscape.
Key Discussions and Insights
Throughout the event, speakers and panellists shared their expertise on the key trends influencing the region’s financial ecosystem, including:
Adoption of Digital Assets in APAC Dan Sleep, Senior Vice President for Digital Assets and Financial Markets at Northern Trust, and Boon-Hiong Chan, Head, Securities & Technology Advocacy APAC at Deutsche Bank, led a deep dive into the growing adoption of digital assets. They explored themes such as bridging traditional finance with digital innovation, navigating regulatory developments, and the role of tokenisation in institutional investment.
Exploring AI-driven Competition
Paul Gladigau, CTO at Equifax, examined how fintechs can succeed in an AI-enabled world. His session covered the practical challenges companies face, how to balance technology with human insight, and the importance of fostering a culture that drives innovation.
FinTech Strategies
Industry experts, including Mayur Kapur (TransUnion), Ekta Singh (Rapyd), and Athreya HD (Forvis Mazars), explored how effective strategies help fintech companies drive innovation, improve customer satisfaction, and ensure regulatory compliance. Panellists highlighted the importance of aligning technology investments with business objectives to unlock growth and operational efficiency.
The Future of Digital Banking
As digital banking continues to reshape the financial landscape, speakers including Audrey Fauvel (Fennech), Aniruddha Gargya (Fiserv), and Marlon P. Sorongon (Maybank) discussed how digital solutions are driving financial inclusion, reducing costs, and improving service delivery for customers across APAC.
Global Insights from Industry Leaders
Attendees heard from a distinguished speaker lineup representing leading organisations such as Northern Trust, Deutsche Bank, Equifax, Genpact, TransUnion, Google Cloud, and Swift. Each speaker provided valuable regional insights and practical guidance for fintech professionals looking to navigate regulatory changes, adopt innovative technologies, and build stronger customer relationships.
Collaboration and Networking Opportunities
Beyond the sessions, FinTech LIVE Singapore provided a dedicated virtual networking platform where participants connected directly with peers, potential partners, and industry experts. These conversations laid the groundwork for future collaborations and innovative partnerships.
What’s Next for FinTech LIVE?
FinTech LIVE Singapore marks the first stop in the FinTech LIVE 2025 event series, which will spotlight the latest global trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the fintech sector.
Next up: FinTech LIVE Dubai - 6 May 2025.
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