Money20/20 Asia is Set to Highlight FinTech’s Regulatory Landscape
Money20/20 Asia is set to showcase a prominent lineup of regulators from the region at its upcoming fintech event, scheduled for April 23-25 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand. Recognised globally as a premier fintech gathering, Money20/20 will introduce attendees to leading and innovative regulatory figures. Bangkok has been selected as the newest city to host this prestigious event, following Amsterdam and Las Vegas, which annually attract over 20,000 professionals from the fintech and financial services sectors. This year, the event will feature over 200 speakers, with over 60% holding C-suite positions from prominent fintech organisations.
Featured Speakers and Regulatory Innovators
The event’s program features renowned individuals from the financial ecosystem, including CEOs of central banks, payment providers, top technology firms, venture capitalists, and, notably, five of Asia’s most innovative regulatory bodies. Confirmed regulatory speakers hail from esteemed institutions such as the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Japan’s Financial Services Agency, the Securities Commission of Malaysia and the Financial Consumer Protection Group of the Bank of Thailand.
Scarlett Sieber, Money20/20’s Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, expressed enthusiasm for the participation of crucial APAC regulators. She highlighted the event as a vital platform for demonstrating how these regulators support innovation and set the stage for regional and global financial growth through collaborative efforts.
Panel Discussions: Balancing Innovation and Regulation
Among the distinguished speakers, Natsuda Bhukkanasut, Investree’s CEO, will engage in a panel on “The Clash of Regulation vs. Innovation for Safety, Stability, and Growth” on April 23rd. Alongside fellow panellists, Natsuda will discuss the intricate balance between innovation in fintech and regulatory adherence to ensure the sector’s safety and stability.
Natsuda shared her eagerness to contribute to the critical discussions at Money20/20 Asia, focusing on the challenges and opportunities regulation presents to fintech companies like Investree. She emphasised the importance of a balanced approach that safeguards financial system stability while encouraging technological progress.
The event will also delve into the complexities of cross-border payments in a panel discussion featuring leaders from Asia’s top payment companies and global RegTech pioneers addressing regulatory and compliance challenges.
About Money20/20:
Established in 2011, Money20/20 is renowned for connecting the most inventive minds in payments, fintech, and the broader financial services industry. With editions in the USA, Europe, and now Asia, it is celebrated for facilitating impactful networking opportunities and is a pivotal venue for industry leaders seeking to expand their reach. Part of Ascential plc, Money20/20 continues to be a critical convening point for the global fintech community.