The ninth edition of the Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) will kick off this week on November 6-8 with AI and quantum technology taking centre stage, underscoring their transformative potential for the financial sector.
With rapid advancement in the adoption of AI and quantum technology, SFF 2024 offers a unique platform for policymakers and industry leaders to collaborate, foster innovation and unlock new growth opportunities. SFF 2024 will also highlight global and regional efforts on decarbonisation, scaling up the use of digital assets, achieving cross-border payment efficiency and advancing financial inclusion. These initiatives address how Fintech can tackle some of today’s most pressing challenges.
The conference segment of SFF 2024 will feature over 900 speakers across more than 400 sessions covering six themes:
• Roadmap for AI and quantum: Exploring responsible use of AI and quantum solutions for financial services, and measures needed to address related associated risks.
• Blueprint for digital assets: Insights on scaling the use of digital assets, achieving interoperability that drives value, and developing regulation for secure and industry-wide adoption.
• Next-gen transactions: Addressing global payment gaps and opportunities, and facilitating cross-jurisdictional alignment and tech-driven innovations for efficient cross-border payment solutions.
• Sustainability in action: Unpacking innovation in climate tech, climate data and ESG ratings, and enhancing financing mechanisms to drive global decarbonisation efforts.
• Bridging the financial inclusion gap: Exploring strategies for financial health and inclusion, and how leveraging technology, coupled with impactful policies and partnerships, can drive greater financial access for underserved communities.
• Talent of tomorrow: Learning how GenAI is reshaping roles, skills, and career pathways in financial services. Expert panels will discuss in-demand skills, meaningful career pathways in Fintech, and insights on navigating the tech talent landscape.
“Architecting the next transformation for our digital future requires thoughtful planning, strong partnerships, and sustained investments.” said Sopnendu Mohanty, chief fintech officer of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and group chief executive officer (designate) of Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN). “As we navigate the transformative potential of emerging technologies, SFF 2024 will serve as a crucial platform for uniting innovators, industry leaders and policymakers to shape a resilient, inclusive digital economy that serves the greater good.”
SFF 2024 is organised by MAS, GFTN and Constellar, in collaboration with The Association of Banks in Singapore. Deeptech Times is a supporting media partner of #SFF2024.
