Fintech Festival Thailand 2023
FinTech Festival Asia, FTF Asia, is a global series of innovative, interactive and networking events that brings together thousands of people from across the world to Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam. Event covers the whole range of industrial topics including Banking, Payments, Personal finance, Insurtech, AI, Digital assets and WEB3, Blockchain, Exchanges, Regtech, Roboadvisors, P2P, Investments, Trading and Cybersecurity
2023
27-28 SEP BANGKOK ROYAL PARAGON HALL
GET TICKETThe space of global FinTech community to network, engage and collaborate
More than 15,000 participants from around the world and Asia countries
Leading FinTech companies. Business networking on a top level
Annually in the most exquisite venue of Bangkok city,
Thailand
BIGGEST EVENT IN ASIA
FinTech in Thailand is a pioneer in Southeast Asia in the adoption of all newest technologies to improve and expand the country's capacity for technology such as Banking, Payments, Personal finance, Insurtech, AI, Digital assets and WEB3, Blockchain, Exchanges, Regtech, Roboadvisors, P2P, Investments, Trading and Cybersecurity etc. Therefore, FinTech Fest is a real hub for the modern FinTech companies from Thailand, as well the rest of Asia and the whole world. The world FinTech community will be gathered under one roof to showcase and discuss the latest developments and ideas of the industry. The event is packed with curated, interactive sessions and networking opportunities. FinTech Festival, FTF is created and produced by FINEXPO, the leading event company.
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Attendees
All attendeesWORLD'S FINTECH INDUSTRY
The whole FinTech industry including unique start-ups, leading international brands, and industry giants. The latest insights about 2022-2023's trends and developments. Government leaders, regulators, financial services leaders, entrepreneurs and investors
COMPANY OWNERS
Network opportunities are one of the most vital elements at FinTech Festival. The most experienced people will be available to network and meet.
INVESTORS. STARTUPS
FinTech Festival brings together the global investors, industry insiders and startups and creates unique networking and business opportunities.
FINTECH DEVELOPERS
Financial technology developers and startups are meeting here to meet and greet and discuss future trends and cooperation.
Speech topics 2022
FINTECH
Applying FinTech to Business: New Cases.
FinTech in the public sphere: a taxpayers' dream?
Types of FinTech platforms and specifics of their application.
Disadvantages and vulnerabilities of FinTech.
FinTech in banking. The digital dollar.
Financial Technology development paths in 2022-2023.
Opportunities and prospects for FinTech ecosystems.
Impact of financial technology implementation on the labor market.
And much more.
CRYPTOCURRENCY
Applying Blockchain to Business: New Cases.
Blockchain in the public sphere: a taxpayers' dream?
Types of blockchain platforms and specifics of their application.
Disadvantages and vulnerabilities of blockchain.
Tokenization of companies and assets.
Blockchain in banking. The digital dollar.
Technology development paths in 2022-2023.
Opportunities and prospects for crosschain ecosystems.
Impact of blockchain technology implementation on the labor market.
And much more.
MINING
Applying Blockchain to Business: New Cases.
Blockchain in the public sphere: a taxpayers' dream?
Types of blockchain platforms and specifics of their application.
Disadvantages and vulnerabilities of blockchain.
Tokenization of companies and assets.
Blockchain in banking. The digital dollar.
Technology development paths in 2022-2023.
Opportunities and prospects for crosschain ecosystems.
Impact of blockchain technology implementation on the labor market.
And much more.
STARTUPS
Applying Blockchain to Business: New Cases.
Blockchain in the public sphere: a taxpayers' dream?
Types of blockchain platforms and specifics of their application.
Disadvantages and vulnerabilities of blockchain.
Tokenization of companies and assets.
Blockchain in banking. The digital dollar.
Technology development paths in 2022-2023.
Opportunities and prospects for crosschain ecosystems.
Impact of blockchain technology implementation on the labor market.
And much more.
SPEAKERS
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Jirayut (Topp) Srupsrisopa is the Founder and Group CEO of Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd., — Thailand's leading company in blockchain technology and digital assets. Bitkub Capital Group provides a range of services such as trading, advisory, academy, amongst other things. As a speaker, he is one of Thailand's leading bitcoin and open blockchain experts with more than 8 years of experience in the blockchain industry. Topp has appeared in over 1,000 engagements and events across the country including the World Economic Forum 2022 (DeFi - The Future of Decentralized Governance)and the World Economic Forum 2023 (Tokenized Economies, Coming Alive) at Davos, Switzerland. He is an Executive Board Member and Vice President at the Thai Fintech Association, and a Subcommittee member at Thailand's Office of the Trade Competition Commission. He received an Honorary Degree of Philosophy in Digital Economy (Ph.D. in Digital Economy) from Rangsit University, and he is by far the youngest nominee for an Honorary Degree in Digital Economy.
Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa
Founder & Group Chief Executive Officer at Bitkub Capital Group Holdings
Chonladet, President at Thai Fintech Association and Thailand CEO at Webull, he later studied for his Bachelor of Economics at the prestigious Thammasat University in Bangkok. After graduation with a first-class honours degree, his first job was at the Bangkok Bank, followed by a stint at the Siam Cement Group (SCG) in the business development department.
Then he went back to Thammasat to complete his Master of Science in Finance as a top student, learning more and more about the world of finance and understanding ever more about the potential for digital disruption in the industry.
He seen the trends in the developed markets that customer needs would evolve rapidly and capital markets would be digitally transformed. Therefore, he resigned from the brokerage firm's managing director position and founded FinTech start-ups in algorithmic trading and robo-advisory fields.
Moreover, he has been chosen as one of the “TOP 10 Most Influential People in FinTech” by the Thai FinTech Association (TFTA).
He passionately supports the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, especially in reducing inequalities. “My ultimate goal is to help reduce the economic inequality in Thai society as it faces one of the world's worst wealth distribution. Together, we need to provide every Thai convenient, user-friendly, and reliable investment channels. The service provider could be my company, my partner, or even any other company. It does not matter who gains the market share if Thai people can access efficient investment channels. There should be no competitor in helping people do so.”
Chonladet Khemarattana
President at Thai Fintech Association; Thailand CEO at Webull
Eric is a dynamic leader with over 22 years of experience comprising Capital Markets, FinTech, Entrepreneurship, Intrapreneurship & VUCA Leadership. Prior to his leap of faith into Entrepreneurship, he was part of APAC senior leadership in BT Group, UOB Kay Hian, CMC Markets, RTS Realtime Systems & FlexTrade Systems.
Most recently, Eric was appointed by Global Blockchain Business Council - a Swiss-based non-profit largest global industry association as Ambassador of Singapore. Amongst others include Advisory Boards of iConnections – a US-based largest capital introduction platform company & FX Markets Asia, part of Infopro Digital – a UK-based digital cross-media company, Investment Committee of SAFRA with minimum $100M Assets Under Management (“AUM”), Board Director of Medway Investments – a private single-family office with minimum $100M AUM established since 1980, & former President of Alta Exchange (f.k.a. Hg Exchange) – a digital securities exchange awarded Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) Recognised Market Operator in 2021.
Eric is also a Co-Founder & Board Director of RF International Holdings established since 2018 with $3M private equity investment in 2019 alongside Heliconia - subsidiary of Temasek, & SGX into ADDX (f.k.a. iSTOX) regulated by MAS, & RF Fund Management established since 2020 - a MAS Registered Fund Management Company. Through his beliefs in servant leadership & stewardship, he was awarded Executive of the Year, Financial Services at SBR Management Excellence Awards 2020 & Singapore Total Defence Awards ("TDA") 2021.
Concurrently, Eric is the Founder & Executive Chairman of Neo & Partners Global (“NPG”) established since 2014 - a FinTech Certified company by Singapore FinTech Association. Notably, he led NPG to win Business Resilience & Innovation Award at ASEAN Young Entrepreneur Awards 2022, Best Infrastructure Provider at WatersTechnology Asia Awards 2020, & Singapore TDA 2017 & 2020.
In other capacity, Eric serves in the Singapore Armed Forces (“SAF”) National Service ("NS") since 1999, currently with rank of Major & S3 of a Singapore Infantry Brigade. In recognition of his Command & Leadership, he was awarded SAF Long Service & Good Conduct Medal.
On lifelong learning, Eric is a 20th Command & Staff Course (NS) graduate from Goh Keng Swee Command & Staff College at SAFTI Military Institute in 2019 & currently attending the 6th Asian Financial Leaders Programme, a MAS-initiative.
Eric is also select member of Singapore Financial Leaders Network supported by MAS, SG Leaders Network supported by Economic Development Board (“EDB”), Global-Asia Family Office Circle supported by EDB & MAS, & Young Business Leaders Network of Singapore Business Federation.
Eric SayWei Neo
Neo & Partners Global / Executive Chairman and Board Director
Myrtle has helped hundreds of companies to benefit and transform their businesses to disrupt, adjust or scale by utilizing the latest technological tools, and products or helping to build from scratch.
Myrtle Anne Ramos is the founder of the Award Winning Blockchain, Crypto, Defi, NFT, IoT, AI, and Metaverse PR Firm Block Tides (Marketing, Growth Hacking, Sales, Social Media Management, Giving opportunities to people, Media Distribution Services, Investor Relations, Public Relations) Official Influencer of CoinMarketCap. A scholar graduate of Draper University for Blockchain & Entrepreneurship powered by Tezos. She is currently an advisor for many Blockchain and Tech companies, and now leading as the Co-Founder of a gamified and open Internet culture metaverse, PlaceWar.
Global Advisory Board of the International Council of E-Commerce along with being recognized by the endorsements of the US Federal Government, US Army, National Security Agency and the Committee on National Security Systems, the FBI, Microsoft, IBM, and the United Nations. EC-Council Advisory Board of CBP comprises well-known industry experts and top blockchain professionals from global brands across a diverse range of industries.
Myrtle Anne Ramos is a Brand and Marketing Strategist who partners with CEOs, executives, and solopreneurs to grow their personal and professional brands, human-to-human. After spending nearly a decade working in tech, PR, and marketing for multimillion-dollar brands and startups, Myrtle knows what drives conversions, sold-out launches, and Global interviews. Myrtle has landed coverage in print and broadcast outlets worldwide, including The Manila Times, Bloomberg, Cointelegraph, Benzinga, Tech Times, http://Bitcoin.com , and many more.
In addition to her extensive PR and marketing experience, Myrtle is a trained business coach.
Recognitions and Connections:
-Nominated for Crypto Media Asia and Women In Blockchain by CryptoAwards2022 by Finexpo
-50 Unstoppable Women Leaders of Today & Tomorrow by Engati, 2022
-101 Global Twitter Influencers to follow for 2022 by Engati
-Top 1 both Crypto Media Asia and Women In Blockchain for CryptoAwards 2021 by Blockchain Fest Cyprus
-Nominated Stevie International Awards 2021 for Best PR & Media for Block Tides
-Top 50 WomenTech Community Award 2021.
-Top 100 for Wirex Rising Women in Crypto Power List
-Nominated for WeAreCity’s Rising Stars Global Awards 2021
-Best PR of 2020 by Pitchdeck Asia
-Top 1 Crypto Journalist 2019, Gurus Awards
Myrtle has helped many social issues by donating and helping using her event to donate to those who are in need. (E.g Typhoon Ulysses, Earthquakes, Volcanic Eruptions and etc.) She raised plenty for donations alone and is giving away help during the COVID-19 Pandemic through her Block Tides Live Series.
Supervised 10000+ Media Publications. Worked with The Face magazine Vietnam, the #1 TV show in Vietnam Talkshow. We are a team of well-experienced marketers and PR heavily involved in blockchain technology.
Conducted over 50 successful Fintech and blockchain summits in Asia, Myrtle helped more than 200 blockchain projects for PR, Marketing, Social Media Management, and Investor Relations, and raised more than $6,000,000+ both local and international. Our team is a golden bridge towards expanding the project globally in no time with our strategic partnership between Asia Token Fund and Block PR Asia.
Block Tides under the leg of Asia Token Fund, Myrtle is heavily connected with all Blockchain and mainstream media and is partnered with the top-notch Blockchain, Tech, Fintech & Crypto events, and companies globally.
Myrtle Anne Ramos
Founder and CEO Block Tides, PlaceWar
TG Ramakrishnan leads Strategic Partnerships across FIs & Merchants for Google Pay in Singapore and Google Wallet across South East Asia. TG has been with Google since 2019 and was instrumental in launching Google Pay in Singapore. Prior to that, TG worked across large Financial Services MNCs (Citibank, ANZ, Standard Chartered Bank) in the Digital Space (Online and Mobile) – focussing on payments with building products and platforms, putting together monetization and P&L metrics and management – both regionally as well as within a country business. He has managed teams across India, Middle East/Africa and APAC over the last 2 decades. TG is an innovative, self-motivated go-getter and has led teams across multiple geographies and diverse backgrounds. He was included in “List of Leading Practitioners in Technology and Innovation in Singapore” presented by the Asian Banker in recognition of the significant contribution made to the organization and the future of the financial services industry in the areas of Technology and Innovation - 2015.
Ramakrishnan TG
Strategic Partnerships at Google Asia Pacific
Mr. KEY (Karnika E. Yashwant) is an impact entrepreneur building and supporting the next billion-dollar start-ups. Co-founder of Forward Protocol, and founder of Utopian Capital and KEY Difference Media, he has been in the blockchain space since 2013. He continues to hold many strategic positions and is a sought-after speaker and advisor in the crypto sphere. He is based in Dubai.
Karnika E. Yashwant - KEY
Founder- KEY Difference Media & Utopian Capital
A doctor candidate in anthropology and a master in management. Having experiences in blockchain industry for nearly half a decade, Asih is actively involved in multiple international engagements, one of many, as a council member of international digital asset exchange association (IDAXA) and executive committee for ASEAN blockchain consortium, while taking her role as the chairwoman of the Indonesia blockchain association. Leading the association, she has been actively supporting the Indonesia policy makers and business actors in regulatory approaches towards a sustainable, secure and progressive blockchain implementation. She is eager to see the future, which is the potential of blockchain technology for the advancement of civilization.
Asih Karnengsih
Chairwoman - Asosiasi Blockchain Indonesia
Amie is facilitates funding rounds between web3 projects and venture cap funds. She is also part of the venture arm of a decentralized crypto hedgefund that seed funded 18 projects. Always happy to share her knowledge to the mass to navigate safely in the crypto world.
Amie Lin
Partner at Yuzu Capital
Nicole is currently Co-founder of APAC DAO - an Asia-centric blockchain/web3 community initiative. She’s also the ASEAN Vice-chair of the Global Impact Fintech (GIFT) thinktank. Nicole is among the most active community builders for blockchain in Vietnam/SEA and the mastermind behind serial initiatives such as Vietnam Blockchain Hackathon and Vietnam Blockchain Week. She has been a speaker at over 20+ international conferences and interviewed by the Forbes, the Business Times Singapore and South China Morning Post as a blockchain thought leader.
Nicole Nguyen
Co-Founder at APAC DAO
Belinda is the head of Partnerships Sg for The Sandbox, a serial entrepreneur and speaker. A five-year blockchain veteran, she had advised several blockchain startups which have since raised millions of dollars. Belinda has also published a book on Blockchain for ladies, Blocklass, that demystifies blockchain and shines insights into various career paths in the cryptocurrency space.
Belinda Lim
Women in Blockchain Asia, Founding member
Abhishek has been a 3x entrepreneur focused on FinTech, AgriTech, BlockchainTech. He's a Forbes 30 under 30 Asia 2022 honoree and a 3x Author. While at Brú Finance, he brought Blockchain to farmers to save their income, covering 1,400 warehouses & 20,000+ farmers and US $300 Million in committed TVL and connected them to global DeFi lenders, supported by United Nations Development Programme, IIM Ahmedabad and MassChallenge USA. He's also a Blockchain Educator and has taught 8,000+ faculty, PhDs, and students globally. He recently delivered talks at SmartCon ’22 in New York, DEVCON in Bogota, cNFTCon ’22 in Las Vegas, and CITC Conference by Ministry of Communication and IT in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Abhishek Bhattacharya
Entrepreneur, Author, and Forbes 30 under 30
Rabya is an award-winning lawyer, officially recognised in the Legal 500, accredited as a 'Leader in her Field of Law' and winner of awards, most recently the highly coveted and prestigious 'Achievements in Law' Award 2023. She has been declared by the industry and her Fintech clients to be: 'one of the leading fintech and financial services regulation lawyers in the city'; ‘one of the best financial services regulation lawyers in the world’; ‘widely regarded as one of the best digital assets, crypto and NFT specialist lawyers in the world’ and ‘one of the best fintech, NFT, crypto and wider financial services regulation lawyers in the world and is highly sought after by clients in major financial centres such as Paris, London New York and further afield.” Rabya is qualified to practice law as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts (England & Wales), an Advocate with higher rights of audience (England & Wales) and an Attorney (USA). She has worked with clients all over the world and examples include fintechs, digital assets wealth funds, tier 1 global investment banks, energy firms, exchanges, brokerages, fund managers, regulatory bodies and some of the largest corporations in the world.
Rabya Anwar
Partner at a Top 100 International Law Firm
Julian was born and raised in Sydney Australia holding degrees in Real Estate from the UNSW, and Mandarin from BLCU. He has co-founded 8 companies, including social media, real estate investment & development, proptech and blockchain. He is focused on building key infrastructure connecting DeFi (Decentralized Finance) + TradFi (Traditional Finance) Julian is the co-founder and CEO of InvestaX (Singapore Security Token Platform) and IX Swap (1st Automated Market Maker for security tokens/NFTs). Julian is also the host of the Infinity and Beyond Podcast. He lives in Singapore with his co-founder Alice, daughter Kennedy and two dogs Chase and Marley. Twitter: julian2kwan Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliankwan/ Company Website: InvestaX.io – Tokenize The World | InvestaX Company Website: IX Swap | A World of New & Powerful Investment Opportunities
Julian Kwan
InvestaX, CEO and Co Founder
Alice Chen is the Co-founder and General Counsel of InvestaX and IX Swap. InvestaX is a leading tokenization SaaS platform in Asia with a CMSL and a RMO license issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, and provides a one-stop shop for the issuance, trading and custody of security tokens. IX Swap is the DeFi liquidity pool solution for security tokens. Alice was awarded Top 10 Fintech Leader at the 2022 Singapore Fintech Festival and is currently the Chair of the Singapore Fintech Association Digital Financing Subcommittee. Aside from being a regular guest lecturer for Singapore Management University’s Graduate Certificate in Digital Assets and Blockchain, she also teaches an IBF accredited course in Blockchain and Digital Securities. Alice actively promotes women through her involvement with 100 Women in Finance, and is also a mentor for Tezos APAC EGG Web3 Incubator.
Alice Chen
InvestaX, Co-founder/General Counsel
Investment banker turned crypto rainmaker, Jerome Wong co-founded venture-building studio Everest Ventures Group, backed by renowned families and corporates including CP Group, to drive the adoption of digital assets and blockchain technologies. Top Web3 companies and projects under its portfolio include Dapper Labs (Flow), Animoca Brands and Sandbox. He has also initiated or co-founded crypto asset management platform Aspen Digital, crypto startup Africa Blockchain Lab and Africa-focused Web3 fund Adaverse.
Jerome Wong
Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Everest Ventures Group (EVG)
Axel Winter is a highly experienced technology leader with strong hands-on experiences in the banking, retail and startup worlds. He was previously Global Head of Enterprise Architecture & Technology Strategy for Standard Chartered Bank, and had similar roles at GE Money and Cisco Systems. He has also had consulting roles at Accenture and Deloitte. More recently, he founded a corporate startup that partnered with Grab and JD.Com , two leading platform players that operate across the Asia Pacific region. He currently serves as Chief Digital Officer for a luxury mall operator and is also a venture partner and advisor to startups in the asset tokenization and eCommerce space which keeps him at the frontiers of the digital world. He is also an advisor to a SPAC in Singapore and contributed to the world’s second largest largest retail IPO in 2020.
Axel Winter
CEO at Pivot Digital | CDO at Siam Piwat
Rosalia Gitau, Esq. is a FinTech Executive, Attorney, Author, and Humanitarian. She is the co-founder and CEO of Bixie, an award-winning Financial Technology company for women recognized as a Top FinTech company by The Manila Times, The Manila Bulletin, 1Million Startups, the Financial Alliance for Women, and Women’s World Banking ( Bixie Press Pack available here). Rosalia has over 15 years of international law, diplomacy and finance in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the Americas with the United Nations, Alibaba, Shearman & Sterling, LLP, and the governments of the USA, Liberia and Sierra Leone. She is a PEN Award nominee and the co-founder of the Humanitarian Women’s Network, the largest global network of women in international affairs.
Rosalia Gitau
CEO at Bixie
Lyn Kok is a strategic advisor and board member to several entrepreneurs on their global expansion business strategies. She is also an investor in several tech start-ups and has launched a fintech digital platform that initially focuses on Thailand's underbanked and underserved communities.
Until September 2016, she was President and Chief Executive Officer for Standard Chartered Bank (Thai), overseeing business in Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. Before this, she was Managing Director and General Manager (Beijing) for Standard Chartered Bank in China. In 2012, she was awarded International Company CEO of the Year by Bloomberg Businessweek Thailand.
Passionate about diversity and inclusion, Lyn has served as a “Positive Living” Ambassador for Standard Chartered Bank worldwide and a member of the Bank’s Global Diversity and Inclusion council, championing issues such as LGBT rights and gender parity. Lyn has served as a committee member of the Malaysian Youth Orchestra Foundation and is also a former Ronald McDonald House Charities Foundation (Thailand Chapter) board member.
Lyn Kok
Founder & CEO at Mula-X
Ryan Liew is a convert from traditional finance to cryptocurrency. 7 years ago, he was taught his first lesson on cryptocurrency by the founder of Bitmex on how to arbitrage spot and perpetual futures. With over 15 years experience in financial markets and trading technologies, he is convinced that blockchain and decentralization will change the financial industry and the future of the internet. He firmly believes that we are still in the early phase of Web3 development where opportunities are abundant and rules can be rewritten to build a better future that is more inclusive.
Today, Ryan runs a consulting company advising blockchain-related enterprises on banking/payment solutions and helps Web2 companies transition into Web3. Some examples of his work include advising a social commerce app’s expansion into blockchain, tokenization of real world assets and product monetization in Web3.
In Ryan’s portfolio, you will find bitcoin, altcoins, defi and 100+ worthless NFTs and tokens that contribute to his experience in this space. His clients leverage on his wealth of experience in TradFi and cryptocurrency to help them navigate the unchartered waters of Defi, NFTs and Web3.
Ryan holds an MBA from the University of Hong Kong and a law degree from Manchester Metropolitan University
Ryan Liew
Founder at Copia Corporation Limited
El is the three times winner of Top 10 Fintech Leaders Award and Partner at SenSen Tech.
Prior to that, he cofounded dtcpay (formerly DTC) a major payment institution and Onchain Custodian. He is dedicated to promote industry growth and often contributes through sharing his knowledge and resources with the community.
El Lee
Partner, SenSen Tech
Mirko has been a business consultant in Germany for over 10 years and is mainly involved in the financing of large investment and construction projects, the search for alternative financing options for SMEs and start-ups in Europe and the development of new technologies in the financing market environment. He is also very active on social media and writes for blogs and start-up magazines on the latest developments in the fintech space.
Topic: Smart Financing in the Digital Age: Harnessing AI for Successful Search and Application
Mirko Twardy
Managing Director Gläve + Partner GmbH (www.foerdercafe.de)
Anil Pinapala is a FinTech entrepreneur with an experience of over 18 years in the Micro Loans /Digital Lending Industry. For the last couple of years, he has been working on expanding Credit Access in India with Vivifi – a FinTech NBFC – that offers Innovative Financial Products to customers across the Credit Spectrum with focus on the Under-Served / Unserved Customers. Vivifi’s flagship product, FlexSalary – India’s first emergency Line of Credit, provides unsecured personal loans to prime and non-prime salaried individuals. The business has expanded exponentially, receives over one lakh loan requests a month and has extended over 200 Crores to its customers. Anil’s continuing vision has now enhanced the underlying Line of Credit by adding a payment layer to provide customers who never had credit with a true (Digital) Credit Card experience. Prior to this venture, Anil founded and led TekFriday – a FinTech firm in Miami with an office in Hyderabad, that specialized in Lending Portfolio Management in digital sub-prime lending in USA. Tekfriday was eventually acquired by a Nashville-based Digital Lending company - Advance Financial. Anil currently sits on the board of this USD 250+ million revenue company along with being a minority owner of this company. His journey in the consumer lending and Fintech world started as being a part of the founding team and later the CEO of Virinchi where he designed and architected the world’s truly first Web-based Loan Management System – Qfund in early 2000s. He grew this to be the leading technology solution in USA Short-term Small Dollar (Payday) lending with nearly 50% market share and was recognized as a technology thought leader who understood the primacy of data and new product innovation in this space.
Anil Pinapala
Founder & CEO at FlexPay by Vivifi
Edwin Lee is a Commercial Director at Transwap based in Singapore. He leads the local business development team and is also responsible for the group’s financial partnerships globally. Prior to this role, he held positions at AirWallex, Checkout.com and American Express, his wealth of experience in the payments industry has landed him a couple of paid consultations relating to cross-border payments and card issuance. Edwin believes in lifelong learning and is very passionate about how payments can enable businesses to scale. His passion for learning recently yielded him an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Edwin Lee
Commercial Director at Transwap
I am the Head of Web3 for Banking Circle, a B2B Bank licensed in Luxembourg with branches in Denmark, Germany and the UK. I am responsible for the Web3 initiatives in Banking Circle and relationships with the digital asset community. Banking Circle is a fully licenced next generation Payments Bank that is designed to meet the global banking and payments needs of Payments businesses, Banks and Marketplaces. I left DBS in Dec 2021 after 22 years of service to set up a Digital Asset Custody and Prime Services Business in Europe. Together with Calvin Cheng, the former Nominated Member of Parliament in Singapore, we set up Damoon Technology Holdings AG, Damoon Technology (Europe) AG and Calvin Cheng Web 3.0 Holdings FZE (provisional licence from the DVARA). I am also an adviser in TechstormTV, an e-sports media company which has over 92 million subscribers. I remain a board member of the Damoon entities. I am also on the board of directors of Coins U Trust, a crypto currency exchange that was co-founded by Xinxi Wang, who co-founded the Litecoin Foundation. I was the Head of Business and Listing for the DBS Digital Exchange and was in the founding team working on this project since 2018. I was also involved in other blockchain related projects within the DBS Group including being part of the team that set-up Climate Impact X. Prior to the DBS Digital Exchange, I was the Executive Director and Head of Electronic Trading servicing intermediaries (broker-clients), digital exchanges, high frequency traders and market makers in the electronic trading space. I have experience in dealing with various regulators and exchanges across the region. I was also responsible for the ETF business. My previous roles in DBS include Research Compliance and also Project Manager for the implementation of a Trading System and FIX order routing infrastructure. I speak regularly in conferences / forums / seminars on electronic trading, fintech, cryptocurrencies and FIX order routing. I was also involved in many corporate finance related deals and placements (including internal integration and joint-ventures in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, UK and Korea). Prior to joining DBS Securities in 1999, I worked in equity sales, sales trading and research with WI Carr. Before that, I was doing research and was a Data Analysis Tutor at the University of Cambridge. I have an MBA, an LLM in Commercial Law and a First Class Honours degree in Psychology. My MBA studies was sponsored by DBS Securities, while my LLM programme was sponsored by DBS Vickers Securities.
Daniel Lee
Head of Web3, Banking Circle
With over 14 years of experience in digital financial services, I have dedicated my career to leveraging technology to drive positive change and empower individuals and businesses. As the CEO of an agri fintech company, I will discuss the transformative power of technology in the financial services sector and emphasize the importance of financial inclusion. I will highlight the need for innovation and collaboration to drive positive change and improve access to financial services for individuals and businesses.
Ahmed Saleemi
CEO Digitt+
Shakil is a seasoned researcher and entrepreneur with a background in computer software and network security. He earned his MS and PhD from KAIST and has been the CEO of Genesis IT Lab, a blockchain and AI software development lab, since May 2017. Shakil has a decade of experience working as the Deputy Project Director (Cyber Incident Response Team) for the Government of Pakistan, where he managed a large group of security professionals tasked with securing national critical infrastructure. He developed tools and procedures to protect core data centers, networks, and servers. In addition to his leadership role, Shakil has remained active as a consultant for various organizations such as ITF, ONF Teaching Brigade, and IEEE as an editor. He is also an ambassador for the Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC). As an educator, Shakil has taught programming languages, including Java and Python, as well as blockchain, data analytics, and web technologies to ISSAC KAIST students.
Shakil Muhammad, PhD
CEO of Genesis Merkle Group
Daniel is Chief Data & Innovation Officer for Tatra banka, the first private bank in Slovakia, a subsidiary of Raiffeisen Bank International. Tatra banka’s brand promise is to be the leader in innovations and regularly offer clients new useful products that make their lives easier. Daniel is responsible for building the Data Strategy and Vision of the bank to monetize and democratize data through data governance, data literacy and implementation of advanced analytics use cases. His mission in the area of innovations is to foster innovation culture by establishing strategic partnerships with start-ups, fintechs, academia and communities and developing new business models, including venture builder capability to drive transformative innovations.
Daniel Minarik
Tatra banka / Chief Data and Innovation Officer
Damian is the Chief Customer Officer at Exness and a member of its executive team. As CCO, Damian has the mandate, through media channels and public engagements, to strengthen the company reputation and build its global credibility. During a 2.5 year period, Damian previously held the position of Chief Trading Officer at Exness which gave him oversight for the companies global trading, market making and risk business. Prior to Exness, Damian was Chief Commercial Officer at Saxo Bank and a member of its board of management. Before working in the Fintech industry, Damian had a 20 year investment banking career holding a variety of Managing Director positions in Trading and Markets at global banks including Goldman Sachs, Barclays Capital and Sberbank.
Topic: Liquidity Fragmentation and the impact of transparency
Damian Bunce
Exness Global Ltd, Chief Customer Officer (CCO)
Adviser/Consultant, Web3 Marketing strategies with 7 years of offline and online marketing specialist, Founder and CEO of the first callcenter BPO company focus on web3 marketing, Blockchain Network Philippines, the company worked with 200+ crypto projects since 2020, PH Brand Ambassador of IRISnet, Community Strategist of Surgecion, Web3 Speaker and Entrepreneur
Ken James Berey
CEO & Founder at Blockchain Network Philippines
Mana is currently the Head of Commercial and investment consultant at Merkle Capital, Cryptomind group. He has more than 15 years of investment experience and has run a multi-asset class private fund with major allocation being in the Thai stock market, commodities market and crypto currency market. He knows that the way to financial freedom is through the right risk management and portfolio allocation. Highly skilled as a financial analyst and in the field of customer relationship management for HNWI. His motto for investment is “Investment is like a marathon, not a 100m race. Let the process of long-term growth and compounding do the job for you.” He is also a public speaker and a financial educator. Bachelor of Commerce University of Sydney MBA Mahidol University FB มานะ คานิโยว - Mana Khanijou LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mana-khanijou-3607471aa/
Mana Khanijou
Merkle Capital (Cryptomind) - Head Of Commercial & Investment Product
As a two-time founder, Vanessa has a deep understanding of the challenges and struggles that founders face in the early stages of building a company. In her current role at Carta, Vanessa helps CEOs, CFOs, and HR professionals leverage equity management as a powerful tool for attracting and retaining top talent, and raising funds from investors. With her expertise in equity management and her entrepreneurial background, she brings a unique perspective to her work where she focuses on empowering companies to achieve their best. In addition to her work at Carta, Vanessa is actively involved in the startup community and enjoys mentoring and advising early-stage companies. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience as a speaker and panelist on topics related to entrepreneurship, equity management, and startup fundraising. Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys spending time with her family, indulging in one too many pancakes on the weekends, and staying active through sports and fitness activities.
Vanessa Chin
Carta, Startup & Equity Specialist
Professional in crypto since 2022 and an investor at ABCDE. Heads partnership and growth and deal sourcing. Covering many verticals including DeFi, AI, Account Abstraction, NFT and GameFi
Jonathan Phay
ABCDE, Investor
David Pan has 15+ years experience working across the US and APAC region in the fields of artificial intelligence, financial crime and compliance and regulatory technology for banks and financial services as well as AI/Machine Learning to help unlock the human potential. David currently leads the KYX, Fraud and Payments Risk team at http://ADVANCE.AI , a leading Singapore-based provider of digital identity verification, KYC/KYB, AML, compliance and risk management solutions. http://ADVANCE.AI partners 500+ leading enterprise companies mainly with the financial services, payments and ecommerce industry across ASEAN. Partners include Standard Chartered Bank, CIMB, Tokopedia, GoJek, Shopee and MONIX.
David Pan
Head of KYC, Fraud and Payments Risk, ADVANCE. AI
A renowned expert in Fintech and DePIN, Mr. Lu integrates advanced technologies into the agriculture sector to streamline operations and enhance sustainability. Leveraging distributed ledger technology, he pioneers solutions for supply chain transparency, secure transactions, and personal identity verification. Having presented his ideas at multiple intergovernmental organizations including the UN and ECOWAS, he continues to drive digital transformation in agriculture, striving for more equitable, global farming practices.
L.Chris Lu
MCB and Co-Founder
Deepshikha Chaudhary is a dynamic business development leader with a focus on driving high growth and digitally enabled propositions for financial institutions. With her exceptional expertise in digitalization and new business activity, she has played a pivotal role in transforming financial institutions and spearheading their journey into the digital age. Currently, Deepshikha holds a pivotal role at Quantifeed, where she is responsible for building and running new channels of distribution with banks, wealth managers/advisors, and insurers across Singapore and Southeast Asia. Her in-depth knowledge of the financial landscape in the region, combined with her expertise in digitalization, has positioned her as a trusted partner in helping these institutions embrace digital strategies and unlock new avenues of growth. With a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and a Masters of Business Administration in Finance from Singapore Management University, Deepshikha possesses a unique blend of technical and financial acumen.
Deepshikha Chaudhary
Head of Business Development, Singapore & SE Asia
Mark Lee is a partner and CMO of SynFutures, a leading decentralized derivatives exchange. Prior to SynFutures, Mark founded a strategic communications and marketing firm working with dozens of notable Web3 companies like Solana, Huobi, Conflux, and more. Before getting into crypto, Mark spent years advising high-growth startups on product marketing and media strategy.
Mark Lee
Partner & CMO at SynFutures
Kanyarat Saengsawang is the Head of Growth in Thailand for The Sandbox, a virtual world where players can build, own, and monetize their own gaming experiences on the Ethereum blockchain. She is a former senior manager of web3 and metaverse community with extensive experience and comprehensive background in developing and helping brands achieve business transformation and corporate venture building. She has worked broadly across multiple industries, including technology, insurance, real estate, healthcare, education, and government regulation.
Kanyarat Saengsawang
Head of Growth (Thailand) at The Sandbox
Mr Lim Soon Ying is an entrepreneur and businessman who serves as Chairman and CEO of several businesses in the ASEAN region with more than 20 years in the sectors of Supply Chain, Logistics, Real Estate and Integrated Technology Solutions. In the past 3 years, he has invested both time and effort in his belief in Empowerment through Technology and Education. He is also a firm believer in Blockchain Technology and promotes the use of Blockchain for Good in the areas of Philanthropy and Social Impact
Lim Soon Ying
Impact Plus Technologies PL
Jisheng Tan is the CEO of Playermon, a win-to-earn NFT game with over where players can explore and battle in the metaverse with their favourite Playermons. Playermon has more than 2.3M people added to their watchlist on CoinMarketCap. Jisheng is also the Vice President of the Malaysia Blockchain Association and Founder of TriveAcademy since the year 2018, which has been awarded the Best Blockchain Technology Developer Award at the Bloconomic Expo 2019. He graduated from Multimedia University and received a Certificate for Oxford Blockchain Strategy Programme from the University of Oxford. His experience revolves around strategizing product development roadmap and architecting solutions. He has helped clients plan and build applications and data visualisations, run artificial intelligent experiments, build the data pipeline and achieve cost optimization by making use of solutions on the cloud. He ventured into Blockchain Technology in the year 2017 and has been actively developing since then.
Ji Sheng Tan
CEO at Playermon; Vice President at Malaysia Blockchain Association
Smithi Charoenmin is Cryptocurrency, Forex Trader and Project Manager response to customers who want to use the service such as business consult in case of building cryptocurrency token solution. Everyone can't deny that cryptocurrency and blockchain will change the world.
Topic: When is the next bull run?
Smithi Charoenmin
Nayarm Trader; COO at BKK Class
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Conference Hall
One of the highlights of FTF event is absolutely unique conference agenda full of top speakers.
Conference agenda is created to explore the convergence of these technologies in one place: a series of keynotes, interactive panel discussions and fireside chats with impressive expertise in FinTech industry.
หนึ่งในไฮไลต์ของงาน FTF คือตารางการประชุมสัมมนาที่พร้อมพรั่งด้วยวิทยากรระดับแถวหน้า โดยงานสัมมนาได้ถูกจัดขึ้นอย่างพิถีพิถันเพื่ออำนวยความสะดวกให้เกิดปรากฏการณ์ การรวมเอาเทคโนโลยีต่าง ๆ เหล่านี้ให้เข้ามารวมอยู่ในที่เดียวกัน รวมถึง การรวมตัวกันของบรรดาวิทยากรหลัก วงเสวนาโต๊ะกลมแบบอินเตอร์แอคทีฟ และการสนทนานอกรอบกับเหล่าผู้เชี่ยวชาญในอุตสาหกรรม FinTech
Exhibition space
The exhibition floor is filled with numerous of booths from leading companies of SEA and the world. Exhibitors and attendees has a great chance to use expo space to represent themselves or get to know each other in the interactive and face-to-face format.
พื้นที่ส่วนจัดแสดงงาน พบกับกองทัพบูธจัดแสดงสินค้าและนวัตกรรมจากบริษัทชั้นนำของภูมิภาคเอเชียตะวันออกเฉียงใต้และระดับโลก ผู้จัดงานและผู้เข้าร่วมงานจะได้รับโอกาสสำคัญในการใช้พื้นที่ส่วนจัดแสดงงานเพื่อเปิดตัวให้เป็นที่รู้จัก ตลอดจนทำความรู้จักซึ่งกันและกันในรูปแบบการพบปะสนทนากันโดยตรง
Networking
Unique earn-and-learn platform for the Global FinTech community to exchange insights and experiences and pick up first-hand skills from the market leaders with option to P2P communication. One of the most vital aspects of FinTech Fest is the tremendous networking opportunities that arise from everywhere due to favourable casual environment.
แพลตฟอร์มแบบ earn-to-learn สำหรับชุมชน Global FinTech ในการแลกเปลี่ยนข้อมูลเชิงลึกและประสบการณ์ความรู้ รวมถึงการมอบโอกาสในการเรียนรู้ทักษะอันเป็นประโยชน์จากผู้นำตลาดโดยตรง ด้วยการสื่อสารแบบ P2P ทั้งนี้องค์ประกอบเด่นที่สำคัญที่สุดของ FinTech Fest คือโอกาสในการสร้างเครือข่ายที่หนาแน่นและเชื่อมโยงอย่างกว้างขวาง ที่เกิดขึ้นได้จากทุกจุดโดยมีบรรยากาศที่ผ่อนคลายคอยเอื้ออำนวย
Welcome Party
Welcome party is the first meeting spot with the industry, an informal setting to catch up and meet and greet each other. A place where each has unique opportunity to make an introduction before the main event.
งานเลี้ยงรับรองคือจุดนัดพบแรกสุดสำหรับอุตสาหกรรม เป็นการจัดงานเลี้ยงอย่างไม่เป็นทางการเพื่อให้ผู้เข้าร่วมได้มีโอกาสพบปะสังสรรซึ่งกันและกัน เป็นส่วนที่ก่อให้เกิดโอกาสที่ไม่เคยมีมาก่อนในการแนะนำตัวก่อนเข้าสู่งานหลัก
Gala Night Party
Gala night party creates a seamless networking flow and makes the event like no other. The party filled with networking opportunities and fantastic entertainment and relax after the busy event day.
เข้าร่วมงาน กาลาดินเนอร์ เพื่อเติมเต็มการสร้างเครือข่ายที่เชื่อมโยงให้ราบรื่น ขับเคลื่อนพลังไปด้วยกันกับพันธมิตรในงาน ภายใต้งานกิจกรรมที่โดดเด่นอย่างไม่มีใครเหมือน ภายในงานเลี้ยงทุกท่านจะพบโอกาสในการสร้างเครือข่ายและอภิมหาความบันเทิงสุดประทับใจไปจนถึงความผ่อนคลายหลังจากผ่านการทำงานมาตลอดทั้งวัน
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Business ticket attendee's bag
Business seats at the Conference
Coffee-breaks
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VIP registration access
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VIP seats at the Conference
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FESTIVAL AGENDA
Welcome Party. Great opportunity to meet with fellow industry professionals in a fantastic setting, where you can reconnect with current clients and establish connections with potential new business collaborators prior to the main event. (BUSINESS & VIP)
Opening
SectionThe Role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Fintech: How are advancements in AI and machine learning changing the landscape of fintech?
| Pedro Uria-Recio | *** Moderator *** Finnovating. Ambassador/GM, Asia | |
| Mirko Twardy | Managing Director Gläve + Partner GmbH (www.foerdercafe.de) | |
| Anil Pinapala | CEO & Founder, FlexPay by Vivifi | |
| Rosalia Gitau | CEO at Bixie | |
| Daniel Minarik | Tatra banka / Chief Data and Innovation Officer | |
| David Pan | Head of KYC, Fraud and Payments Risk, ADVANCE. AI |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Headway and Social Responsibility
Dedicated Customer Care director with 7 years of experience on the financial markets.
The grandest opportunity in web3, and the blackhole that will kill enterprises
Mr. KEY (Karnika E. Yashwant) is an impact entrepreneur building and supporting the next billion-dollar start-ups. Co-founder of Forward Protocol, and founder of Utopian Capital and KEY Difference Media, he has been in the blockchain space since 2013. He continues to hold many strategic positions and is a sought-after speaker and advisor in the crypto sphere. He is based in Dubai.
New Banking - a vision for Fiat and Crypto digital Banking
Axel Winter is a highly experienced technology leader with strong hands-on experiences in the banking, retail and startup worlds. He was previously Global Head of Enterprise Architecture & Technology Strategy for Standard Chartered Bank, and had similar roles at GE Money and Cisco Systems. He has also had consulting roles at Accenture and Deloitte. More recently, he founded a corporate startup that partnered with Grab and JD.Com , two leading platform players that operate across the Asia Pacific region. He currently serves as Chief Digital Officer for a luxury mall operator and is also a venture partner and advisor to startups in the asset tokenization and eCommerce space which keeps him at the frontiers of the digital world. He is also an advisor to a SPAC in Singapore and contributed to the world’s second largest largest retail IPO in 2020.
Funding Societies leading the way in SME digital financing and Crowdfunding in Southeast Asia
Vikas Jain is the Chief Operating Officer and interim Country Head at Funding Societies Thailand. Additionally, he also drives Sustainability and Fundraise at the Regional Group level. His career spans more than 18 years across multiple geographies including India, Singapore and Thailand. Prior to Funding Societies, Vikas has worked with ING, Citi and HDFC Bank managing large consumer and SME loan product portfolios. He also had a stint with Singtel developing mobile based financial products for the underbanked segment. He has a graduate degree in Commerce (Honours) and is also an MBA in Finance.
Vikas has participated in multiple industry and fintech events as a speaker or panelist, including Finovate Asia (Hong Kong), Innovfest Unbound, Singapore Business Review’s 20 Hottest Startups Panel, Financial Inclusion Summit Asia, NUS Entrepreneurship Conference, CX Asia Summit, Private Banking Asia and CXFS Asia Summit amongst many others. He has also been featured by TVB (Hong Kong), Business Times Singapore and Digital News Asia amongst many others. He was also on the Aspioneer Cover Magazine as top 10 Fintech Innovators to watch out for in 2020.
Topic: Funding Societies leading the way in SME digital financing and Crowdfunding in Southeast Asia
SectionThe Future of Payments: How Will Digital Assets Transform the Industry of cross border/local payments using new tech?
| J.D. Salbego | *** Moderator *** CEO at Moonstax & Hash3 Labs | |
| Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa | Founder & Group Chief Executive Officer at Bitkub Capital Group Holdings | |
| Ryan Liew | Founder at Copia Corporation Limited | |
| El Lee | Partner, SenSen Tech | |
| Daniel Lee | Head of Web3, Banking Circle | |
| Lee Castillo | Founder & CEO - Rook Digital |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Driving Financial Inclusion using Blockchain Technology and Decentralized Finance
Abhishek has been a 3x entrepreneur focused on FinTech, AgriTech, BlockchainTech. He's a Forbes 30 under 30 Asia 2022 honoree and a 3x Author. While at Brú Finance, he brought Blockchain to farmers to save their income, covering 1,400 warehouses & 20,000+ farmers and US $300 Million in committed TVL and connected them to global DeFi lenders, supported by United Nations Development Programme, IIM Ahmedabad and MassChallenge USA. He's also a Blockchain Educator and has taught 8,000+ faculty, PhDs, and students globally. He recently delivered talks at SmartCon ’22 in New York, DEVCON in Bogota, cNFTCon ’22 in Las Vegas, and CITC Conference by Ministry of Communication and IT in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Break
Alternative lending fintech market landscape in Southeast Asia
Gary is a seasoned consultant, leading the M&A Advisory Practice of YCP Solidiance Southeast Asia. His team provides hands-on management service to commit to leaving an impact for clients, leveraging his experiences and expertise in providing solutions in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) space such as commercial due diligence, financial advisory, valuation, post-merger integration, and CFO service as well as management consulting space such as market entry strategy formulation, business process improvement, organization optimization, business planning, market forecast, competitor benchmark, and industry diagnosis. Before joining YCP Solidiance, Gary gained management consulting and business development experience across 10+ Asian countries at Deloitte Consulting Southeast Asia and Bank of America (previously Merrill Lynch) in Japan. Gary has a Master of Business Administration from Sasin School of Management, Thailand.
Topic: Alternative lending fintech market landscape in Southeast Asia
Which Came First: FinTech Innovation or Youth Empowerment in Financial Services Industry?
Wan Chin, Loh is a Co-Founder and External Relations Director at Malaysian Youth Fintech Association - the new rising association established since 2021. She is also an International Section Officer under the Early Career Advocate section of British Computer Society, The Chartered Institute for IT. Graduated with BSc (Hons) Actuarial Studies at the prestigious Sunway University Malaysia, she is currently working as a Pricing System Developer at Allianz General Insurance Company. Malaysian Youth Fintech Association aims to bridge the gap between the fintech industry and youth community. As a speaker, she is interested in discussing how the role of youth empowerment is important in the fintech industry.
Topic: Which Came First: FinTech Innovation or Youth Empowerment in Financial Services Industry?
SectionAnalyzing the geopolitical implications of cryptocurrency, and exploring its potential role in shaping international relations.
| Abhishek Bhattacharya | *** Moderator *** Entrepreneur, Author, and Forbes 30 under 30 | |
| Nicole Nguyen | Co-founder, APAC DAO | |
| Jerome Wong | Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer of Everest Ventures Group (EVG) | |
| Eduard Melkostupov | Financial Analyst at FBS | |
| Terry Tang | Regional Head of Business Development and Partnerships at DIFY | |
| Rabya Anwar | Partner at a Top 100 International Law Firm |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Empowering the Unbanked: Mobile Blockchain's Transformative Impact on Financial Inclusion
J.D. Salbego, Founder and CEO of Moonstax, a no-coding needed platform that enables NFT businesses to manage, monetize and scale their projects across their entire ecosystem, is a Web3 industry veteran and a strategic leader in the blockchain space for over eight years. Prior to gDEX, J.D. founded AnRKey X, a top Polygon GameFi studio with 5 x #1 NFT Sales on Rarible and one of the first to innovate GameFi back in 2020 and is a familiar name in the gaming, NFT, and the Metaverse communities. Aside from being a startup mentor in the Web3 division of the global renowned accelerator Techstars, J.D. is a weekly on-air contributor on FintechTV Global live on NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) covering the Web3 metaverse, gaming & NFTs markets, is a http://Cointelegraph.com contributor & member of their Innovation Circle for Web3 Experts. He is frequently quoted by leading blockchain and crypto media, and is a Web3 keynote speaker, presenting at over 45 leading conferences around the world including the World Economic Forum. He is a notable market influencer, internationally recognized Web3 subject matter expert, and his work over the years in Web3 has been featured in NASDAQ, Forbes, Business Insider, Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance etc., including being linked to boosting Japan’s economy with blockchain.
Topic: Empowering the Unbanked: Mobile Blockchain's Transformative Impact on Financial Inclusion
SectionThe Intersection of Privacy and Cybersecurity: How do privacy concerns impact cybersecurity in Web 2 and Web 3 instances and what are the key challenges in protecting user privacy while also ensuring robust cybersecurity?
| Roy Kek | *** Moderator *** EMERGE Group | |
| Shakil Muhammad, PhD | CEO of Genesis Merkle Group | |
| Thomas Kung | CISO at Rakkar Digital | |
| Dea Saka Kurnia Putra | Indonesian Sharia Blockchain Association | |
| Mackenzie Chng | Investor at Blockchain Founders Fund | |
| Belinda Lim | Women in Blockchain Asia, Founding member |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Chairwoman - Asosiasi Blockchain Indonesia
A doctor candidate in anthropology and a master in management. Having experiences in blockchain industry for nearly half a decade, Asih is actively involved in multiple international engagements, one of many, as a council member of international digital asset exchange association (IDAXA) and executive committee for ASEAN blockchain consortium, while taking her role as the chairwoman of the Indonesia blockchain association. Leading the association, she has been actively supporting the Indonesia policy makers and business actors in regulatory approaches towards a sustainable, secure and progressive blockchain implementation. She is eager to see the future, which is the potential of blockchain technology for the advancement of civilization.
SectionDigital Assets and Investments: Exploring the Growing Interest in Cryptocurrencies/Fintech
| Alex Mukhin | *** Moderator *** Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Cryptomeria Capital | |
| Eric SayWei Neo | Neo & Partners Global; Executive Chairman & Boad Director | |
| Belinda Lim | Women in Blockchain Asia, Founding member | |
| Amie Lin | Partner at Yuzu Capital | |
| Mana Khanijou | Merkle Capital (Cryptomind) - Head Of Commercial & Investment Product |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Blockchain for Good and Social Impact
Mr Lim Soon Ying is an entrepreneur and businessman who serves as Chairman and CEO of several businesses in the ASEAN region with more than 20 years in the sectors of Supply Chain, Logistics, Real Estate and Integrated Technology Solutions. In the past 3 years, he has invested both time and effort in his belief in Empowerment through Technology and Education. He is also a firm believer in Blockchain Technology and promotes the use of Blockchain for Good in the areas of Philanthropy and Social Impact
SectionThe Future of Gaming: How Will AR, VR, and Blockchain Shape the Gaming & Metaverse Industry and why blockchain technology is useful
| Roy Kek | *** Moderator *** EMERGE Group | |
| Niorn Kiatdamrong | Bitkub Blockchain Technology, COO | |
| Kanyarat (Sky) Saengsawang | Head of Growth (Thailand) at The Sandbox Game | |
| Ton Ligon | BreederDAO - Director of Strategy and Growth |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Automated trading, the future of finance and fund management
Lloyd Bazar is a trader and social media influencer who teaches people how to invest and trade and ultimately, if trading isn't for you, you can just copytrade him as he let's people ride on his trades through different copytrading systems and all all of these services are for free. He is one of the managing heads of the Philippine's most successful free automated trading platform Izanagi with thousands of users benefiting from it all around the world.
Topic: Automated trading, the future of finance and fund management
SectionNFTs in Gaming: Transforming Ownership or Exclusivity? Do NFTs enhance player ownership and creativity, or do they inadvertently create exclusivity and inequality within gaming communities?
| Kharl Yeung | *** Moderator *** BreederDAO - Senior Manager for Strategy and Growth | |
| Alexander Belov | Coinstelegram/Forbes | |
| Atlas Tan | Co-founder of Ailure, Creative Director of démode | |
| Jake ‘Crypto King’ | Crypto King |
Panel discussion ( minutes)
Effective Strategies for Building and Nurturing Online Communities in the Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and Web3 Space
Jonathan Tinoco is an innovative serial entrepreneur recognized for his abilities and dedication to business development. As the visionary co-founder of Museigen Training Academy Inc., a pioneering online platform with its brand http://Museigen.io , he has established a prominent presence in the blockchain and cryptocurrency education space, empowering individuals and promoting industry growth. His leadership has transformed http://Museigen.io into an esteemed online brand recognized for its training programs and advanced digital marketing services. He has successfully promoted and introduced the offerings of well-known companies in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, such as Trezor, Binance, PDAX, Snapex, Paxful, ABRA, http://Gate.io , and others. Additionally, he has made significant contributions to the business and entrepreneurship sector, collaborating and helping with companies and communities like Success Resources, Althash University, ICORBP, TGFI, Bitskwela, and more. Jonathan's commitment to amplifying education is evident in his role as a Paxful Peer Program Ambassador, actively engaging with the growing cryptocurrency community in the Philippines. In addition to his endeavors, Jonathan is an Associate Professor at Althash University Online Campus, where he imparts his cryptocurrency trading and investing expertise to eager learners. As the pioneer Filipino Cryptocurrency speaker at Success Resources SG, Jonathan has accelerated awareness and knowledge about blockchain and cryptocurrency throughout the Philippines. Jonathan's impact extends to the international stage as a sought-after speaker. He participated in conferences and events globally, sharing his insights on blockchain and cryptocurrency fundamentals with diverse audiences. Jonathan's expertise is substantiated by his consistent presence at prominent industry events and seminars. He consistently expands his horizons by participating in gatherings such as Token2049 (Hong Kong), Business & Investors Summit (Singapore), Ethereum Industry Summit (Hong Kong), and beyond. Jonathan also wrote "The 5-Step Cryptocurrency Handbook for Beginners," simplifying the complex world of cryptocurrency for those without a technical background. He is also a multifaceted entrepreneur, educator, and influencer who has made significant contributions to the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry. His ability to bridge education and brand building has solidified his position as a forward-thinking leader in this rapidly evolving space.
The Rise of AI
John established wise investors ph community of traders and investors with great cultural values that focuses Local Stocks , Forex and US Market . His Goal is to help traders succeed in trading by providing free system techniques in Forex Using EA and Manual Trading supporting traders with proven profitable system "Izanagi Trading System" and Izanagi Shadow Technique more than 2yrs already
✅ More than 30,000 Grp members and more than 10 leaders involved in helping Filipino achieve financial freedom.
✅ Invited as speaker in different seminars and prestige trading Fairs in the Philippines
✅ Innovative Community focused on looking for the best innovation in trading
✅ Culture of Members' Growth, Risk Management, Excellence, and Transparency and Integrity as culture pillar
✅ He has founded and launched Izanagi Automated Bot trading which has helped many Filipinos earn passively without asking for anything in return but their continued support.
✅ He continuously expands the community to grow more income streams for fellow Filipinos.
Topic: Seizing Massive Opportunities in an Increasingly Competitive and Regulated Environment
Topic: Seizing Massive Opportunities in an Increasingly Competitive and Regulated Environment
Kasikorn Bank
The possibility of AI technology in financial services
Pavaruth Pornlamfah (Sunny) I'm currently co-founder and COO of Blockgether company, which is a blockchain consulting and solution. Blockgether supports crypto related business, adapts consulting and influencer experiences, and overcomes the challenges in order to accomplish in this decentralized world. My reputation on crypto field is raised by the area of crypto influencer, which I'm also a co-founder of one of the most well-known crypto meme page in Thailand, called "Bingaence". To elaborate, Bingaence is a Facebook page followed by crypto interests more than 74,000. Our purpose is to ease the emotion of Thai cryptonian and make a parody of crypto market, including informing the useful information and updated news for crypto interests.
Topic: The possibility of AI technology in financial services
Road to Prop Firm Trader
Tipok Terasopon, the recipient of the Top Strategy Analysis in Asia 2019 award by Wikifx, is the owner of BOTFLIX CORPORATION CO., LTD. The company specializes in developing Robot Autotrade for securities firms and brokers. Starting with a capital of $3,000 USD, Tipok Terasopon was able to generate a return of up to $57,000 USD over a three-year period from 2016 to 2018, primarily through equity trading. In 2023, Tipok Terasopon has taken a serious step forward and entered the realm of a Proprietary Trading Firm as a trader.
Topic: Road to Prop Firm Trader
Developing lasting partnerships with CWG
Passionate about the world of forex trading and empowering others to achieve financial success, Kris Reyes is a seasoned forex trader and influential figure in the industry. With over 10 years of experience in the forex market, Kris has honed their skills and developed effective trading strategies that have yielded consistent profits. Kris shares valuable insights, educational resources, and market analysis to help aspiring traders navigate the complexities of the forex market. Their expertise extends to various trading styles, including day trading, swing trading, and long-term investing, making their content accessible to traders of all levels.
Python for trading using Meta labeling method
Experienced quantitative trading developer and AI specialist with a decade in the financial industry. Hold a master's degree in Computer Engineering, proficient in quantitative analysis, and versed across various assets. Adept in crafting data-driven trading algorithms using Python and machine learning techniques, also skilled in market making strategies and high-frequency trading (HFT). Expertise in rigorous data analysis for identifying opportunities. Proficient in risk management, backtesting strategies, and optimizing models for peak performance. Remain current with industry trends, collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams, and actively contribute through education and outreach. Adaptable and eager to embrace evolving technologies and market dynamics.
Topic: Python for trading using Meta labeling method
The ultimate tips for trader to grow on the top
I have experiences on teaching foreign market trading techniques for more than 8 years. Training expert specialized on foreign market trading techniques; Harmonic, Elliott Wave and Market Analytical by Advance demand supply. Influencer by sharing experience on “Emotion Control Management for new traders and others”. I believe, “The good life is built by trading” which is based on the Facebook page “ต้อง Warunyuu : ชีวิตดีๆ สร้างได้ด้วยการเทรด.”
Topic: The ultimate tips for trader to grow on the top.
Unlocking Opportunities in the Thai Capital Market: Insights for Fintech Entrepreneurs
Sireethorn (Mook) is a seasoned finance expert with over a decade of experience. She has worked with global giants like Nomura Securities, facilitating cross-border M&A deals. Sireethorn has also successfully led IPOs in the Thai stock market. Her diverse background includes roles in investment banking and consultancy. This gives her a unique perspective, combining financial knowledge, operational insights, and industry expertise. She currently serves as SVP at Capital One Partners Co., Ltd and Senior Advisor at Financière de Courcelles. Leveraging her expertise, she co-founded Grand Scheme Co., Ltd, which strategically invests in companies aiming to go public within 3-5 years. She also plays a financial advisory role, guiding them to achieve their IPO goals.
Topic: Unlocking Opportunities in the Thai Capital Market: Insights for Fintech Entrepreneurs
When is the next bull run?
Smithi Charoenmin is Cryptocurrency, Forex Trader and Project Manager response to customers who want to use the service such as business consult in case of building cryptocurrency token solution. Everyone can't deny that cryptocurrency and blockchain will change the world.
Topic: When is the next bull run?
Bitcoin as Prime Digital Property
Gilbert Lazaro AKA TitoVlogs is a stock market and crypto currency key opinion leaders in the Philippines. He’s awarded as the best trading advisor in the Philippines for 2022 by Trader’s Fair He is former risk management banker. A Stock Market Trader since 2007 and crypto currency trader since 2017. He has been invited by several universities and corporations like DLSU, Bybit, and PLDT SMART to talk about stocks, crypto and web3. He is passionate in anything and everything about stocks and crypto and he aims to bridge crypto to Filipinos all over the globe through his You Tube channel TitoVlogs.Crypto
MacroEconomics and Its Effects to Cryptocurrency
Coach Miranda Miner was one of the Speakers in the recently held Traders Fair here in the Philippines Coach Miranda Miner graduated with honors as Magna Cum Laude in his undergraduate studies. Also, earned MBA Units at Ateneo Graduate School of Business. He is a Registered Financial Planner (RFP and has earned his Professional Certificate in Investment Analysis and Portfolio Construction from RFP Philippines. He is at the same time a Licensed Financial Advisor. He is the Founder and CEO of Global Miranda Miner Group Elite University and FeastGoldInnovations www.feastgold.com . Coach Miranda Miner "Paul Abello" as his real name is a cryptocurrency educator. He is a Cryptocurrency Miner and has also created +1000 videos in youtube to educate Fiipinos in the ins-outs of blockchain, metaverse, wallet, web3, nft, trading, defi and macroeconomics affecting Crypto. Most recently, he has partnered with FirstMetroSec, a large brokerage in the Philippines owned by MetroBank Group to teach Stocks Valuation and CryptoCurrency fundamentals as affected by macroeconomic factors. His ELITE University has already reached more Than +10,000 students all around the world. He is the founder of the FEAST SYSTEM that is also registered in the National Library of the Philippines and has a copyright of it from IPO Philippines. He has 7 profitable years of trading experience in the Crypto and Stock Market in the U.S and the Philippines. He is a CryptoCurrency Miner He was formerly a Vice-President of Operations of a Global Corporation where he supported customer service and technical support for companies like Google, Microsoft, MasterCard, MoneyGram and Game Developers Like Zynga and EPIC Games. Coach Miranda Miner, also dubbed as Pambansang Crypto Coach has traveled to different countries to monitor his company and attend several Blockchain summits and conferences. Changpeng “CZ” Zhao follows CMM in Twitter. He has also given a podcast in Coindesk last year in the Consensus 2022 in Texas, USA. Aside from all of this, he is the Chief Daddy Officer at home taking care of his daughter.
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David Hanna has over 20 years of expertise in the financial services sector. He joined the Advisory Board of Clever (previously aircrex) and co-founded Finmo in 2021. David also serves as an advisor for LATIPAY and was previously the global chief risk and compliance officer for BANXA. Prior to this, he held the positions of Regulatory Compliance Leader at Genworth Australia and Global Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Rapyd. He served as PayPal's Regional Director, Enterprise Risk & Compliance - AU/NZ from 2011 until 2018. He was a Senior Manager, Compliance & Regulatory at Ernst & Young from 2005 to 2011, where he was in charge of providing financial services organizations with top-notch regulatory assistance. David was also Senior Compliance Manager at Zurich Financial Services Australia from 2003 to 2005, where he was in charge of giving compliance guidance to more than 300 Australian financial services licensees. David is now the CEO of Finmo where he is focussed on building the next generation Treasury Operating System (TOS) globally.
Interview Session: Exness Media: Blocktides
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Headway Lucky Draw
SectionEmerging Investment Trends in Asia: What are the emerging investment trends in Asia and how are they impacting the investment landscape in the web 2 and web 3 space?
| Karnika E. Yashwant | *** Moderator *** Founder of KEY Difference Media & Utopian Capital | |
| Vanessa Chin | Carta, Startup & Equity Specialist | |
| L.Chris Lu | MCB and Co-Founder | |
| Jonathan Phay | ABCDE, Investor | |
| Alice Chen | InvestaX, Co-founder/General Counsel | |
| JP Calma | Homeqube, Founder |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Liquidity Fragmentation and the impact of transparency
Damian is the Chief Customer Officer at Exness and a member of its executive team. As CCO, Damian has the mandate, through media channels and public engagements, to strengthen the company reputation and build its global credibility. During a 2.5 year period, Damian previously held the position of Chief Trading Officer at Exness which gave him oversight for the companies global trading, market making and risk business. Prior to Exness, Damian was Chief Commercial Officer at Saxo Bank and a member of its board of management. Before working in the Fintech industry, Damian had a 20 year investment banking career holding a variety of Managing Director positions in Trading and Markets at global banks including Goldman Sachs, Barclays Capital and Sberbank.
Topic: Liquidity Fragmentation and the impact of transparency
Smart Financing in the Digital Age: Harnessing AI for Successful Search and Application
Mirko has been a business consultant in Germany for over 10 years and is mainly involved in the financing of large investment and construction projects, the search for alternative financing options for SMEs and start-ups in Europe and the development of new technologies in the financing market environment. He is also very active on social media and writes for blogs and start-up magazines on the latest developments in the fintech space.
Topic: Smart Financing in the Digital Age: Harnessing AI for Successful Search and Application
Building the future with Open Banking and Open API
Padmapriya Seshadri is a Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect at AWS and uses her knowledge to help customers better utilize cloud services and technologies securely. Over the years, she has had the opportunity to work in large, complex environments, transforming, architecting, and implementing highly scalable and secure solutions across Australia and Singapore.
Topic: Building the future with Open Banking and Open API
Applications of Artificially Intelligence in Fintech startups
International ICT speaker. Seasoned CTO, with Blockchain, Web 3.0, AI, NFT, IoT, Gaming, Digital Twin, Cyber Security, Managed Services, Cloud Computing, Big Data, & ICT innovation professional focused on business value; brings experience, creativity, structure, motivation, & agility.
Topic: Applications of Artificially Intelligence in Fintech startups
SectionDiscussing the potential of blockchain technology to automate the fintech industry and examining the challenges and opportunities present
| Zhijin Cai | *** Moderator *** Citi Institution Strategic Investors, APAC, SVP | |
| Damian Bunce | Exness Global Ltd, Chief Customer Officer (CCO) | |
| Ji Sheng Tan | CEO at Playermon; Vice President at Malaysia Blockchain Association | |
| Julian Kwan | InvestaX, CEO and Co Founder | |
| Nicole Nguyen | Co-founder, APAC DAO | |
| Myrtle Anne Ramos | Founder & CEO at Block Tides, PlaceWar |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Telehealth Financing Models
He is a Director in our Thailand office, with 10 years of strategy consulting experience. He specializes in digital transformation and mobility, collaborating with major automotive, OEM, and EV players in APAC and the US. Shin excels in market entry, digital transformation, M&A advisory, channel engagement, and post-merger integration. An in- house expert in automotive, EV, mobility, lubricants, and healthcare, he has led more than 50 projects in these industries and frequently speaks at industry events across SEA. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Oxford Brookes University.
Topic: Telehealth Financing Models
SectionFireside Chat
| Yemi Oluseun | *** Moderator *** The Change Hive, FinTech Growth & Transformation | |
| Evan Luthra | Angel Investor, Entrepreneur |
Fireside Chat (40 minutes)
Beyond Borders: How FinTech is Sculpting the Future of Cross-Border Payments with Digital Currencies
Aswin is a true embodiment of self-made success. Born into a family with a prominent real estate and hotelier background, his world was turned upside down during the 1997 Tom Yum Kung crisis, which resulted in the collapse of his family's fortune.
Despite this setback, Aswin was determined to provide for himself and his family and embarked on a journey of entrepreneurship and perseverance.
Through multiple ventures, Aswin honed his skills and developed a strong understanding of the needs of underserved communities. This experience led him to start a successful Telecom business that served migrant, expat, and MSME populations in Thailand.
With a passion for financial inclusion and a drive to make a difference, Aswin pivoted into the fintech industry and founded DeeMoney, a cross-border payment company that disrupted the market with its industry-first, flat fee model.
This solution was designed to be transparent, accessible, affordable, and convenient for all, and quickly gained recognition for its innovation and customer-centric approach, making it Thailand’s leading and fastest growing cross-border payments fintech.
Today, Aswin is considered a thought leader in the fintech industry and is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with others.
He serves as a mentor and coach to new entrepreneurs, helping them to achieve their own entrepreneurial dreams."
Topic: Beyond Borders: How FinTech is Sculpting the Future of Cross-Border Payments with Digital Currencies.
SectionThe Future of Digital Banking: What is the outlook for digital banking in the coming years? How will regional and global trends impact the development of digital banking - amidst the trials and tribulations in the financial world recently?
| Lyn Kok | *** Moderator *** Founder & CEO at Mula-X | |
| Deepshikha Chaudhary | Head of Business Development, Singapore & SE Asia | |
| Rabya Anwar | Partner at a Top 100 International Law Firm | |
| Juthasree Kuvinichkul (June) | YouTrip Thailand, Founding Partner | |
| Ahmed Saleemi | CEO Digitt+ | |
| Roy Kek | EMERGE Group |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Stay Compliant with Evolving Regulations: Payment Service regulations vs. Law on Digital Platform Services
Nop Chitranukroh is a partner and director of Tilleke & Gibbins’ corporate and commercial group. She regularly advises clients across industries on a wide range of regulatory compliance matters relating to cybersecurity and data privacy, fintech, insurance, insurtech, and technology. She also represents multinational and local financial services, payments, and technology industry clients on a range of strategic matters, including market entry, M&As, and ongoing compliance across Southeast Asia. Prior to joining Tilleke & Gibbins, Nop served as Thailand general counsel of an American multinational corporation, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where she oversaw all operations within the legal department in Thailand. Nop was previously Asia-Pacific regional counsel for the same multinational finance and insurance corporation, based in Singapore. She has also served as a legal counsel at an industry-leading Irish-American financial services and software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider of payment processing software and related application programming interfaces (APIs) for e-commerce websites and mobile applications.
Topic: Stay Compliant with Evolving Regulations: Payment Service regulations vs. Law on Digital Platform Services
Lifecycle Marketing: How to Use Marketing Automation to Grow Your FinTech
Yemi is a Business Growth & Digital Transformation Consultant at The Change Hive. Over the last 14 years, she has helped her clients, from Startups to Fortune 100s, grow revenue and enter new markets with Sales Funnel Automation, Go-To-Market and Global Expansion Strategies. She was listed on the UK Top 100 Most Influential Women in Technology for three consecutive years.
Topic: Lifecycle Marketing: How to Use Marketing Automation to Grow Your FinTech.
SectionEvery company can become a fintech company. What support is needed, and how can regulators or governing bodies help to support the infrastructure that is needed?
| Rabya Anwar | *** Moderator *** Partner at a Top 100 International Law Firm | |
| Lyn Kok | Founder & CEO at Mula-X | |
| Ken James Berey | CEO & Founder at Blockchain Network Philippines | |
| Ashley Thomas | Revolut / Head of Strategy and Operations | |
| Chonladet Khemarattana | President at Thai Fintech Association; Thailand CEO at Webull | |
| Pornbhuda Rijiravanich | FynnCorp Capital Group |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
How Generative AI is Disrupting Financial Services
Gilbert is an ex-Googler and one of the first engineers in Google's Applied Machine Intelligence team. Now CEO & Founder of Novo AI, which helps companies in the insurance and financial sector leverage generative AI to generate new revenue. Novo AI's intelligent chatbots predict user questions to sell products, and its document solutions automates processes while extracting valuable pricing data. A recent speaker at Asia Insurance Review's Motor Insurance conference, Gilbert is a recognized thought leader in AI.
Topic: How Generative AI is Disrupting Financial Services
Zero Knowledge - how tech around us will be transformed via privacy
Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Cryptomeria Capital, ex-COO at Cointelegraph. In his 26 years, he already has brilliant entrepreneurial, business development, and global expansion experience. Launched ventures in 6 regions from scratch. Made 2 M&A in LATAM and MENA. 6 years in asset management in traditional and crypto markets. Got the 1st BTC in 2013.
Topic: Zero Knowledge - how tech around us will be transformed via privacy
SectionHow FinTech innovations assist with cross border and domestic payments while maintaining regulations, security
| Athistha (Nop) Chitranukroh | *** Moderator *** Tilleke & Gibbins, Partner and Director, Corporate and Commercial | |
| Ramakrishnan TG | Strategic Partnerships at Google Asia Pacific | |
| Edwin Lee | Commercial Director at Transwap | |
| Adrian Sim | Malaysian Youth Fintech Association; Web3 Partner Representative (Lydian Labs) | |
| Amarit Franssen | Secretary General at Thailand Fintech Associations | |
| Ling Wu | Founder and CEO at TBCASoft, Inc. |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
Architecting the Financial Epoch: A Designer’s Monumental Journey into Fintech
Atlas Tan, a visionary solopreneur and creative force hailing from Malaysia, is currently pioneering startups in London, UK. He holds the esteemed positions of Co-founder at Ailure and Creative Director at démode. His multifaceted expertise encompasses roles as a business designer, AI prompt engineer, NFT artist, and blockchain researcher. Driven by a profound dedication to Web3 and Artificial Intelligence, Atlas has made significant contributions to key Web3 communities across Asia, encompassing a diverse array of domains including NFT project launches, AI-driven art design, metaverse development, ICO strategizing, and DAO community management. At the core of his professional ethos lies a deep-seated passion for harnessing the power of AI-driven content creation to unlock and expedite the potential of the fintech market.
Topic: Architecting the Financial Epoch: A Designer’s Monumental Journey into Fintech
SectionBlockchain and Gamification: Increasing User Engagement and Rentention
| Terry Tang | *** Moderator *** Regional Head of Business Development and Partnerships at DIFY | |
| Coach Miranda Miner | Paul Abello | CEO Global Miranda Miner Group & FeastGold Innovations | |
| Jake ‘Crypto King’ | Crypto King | |
| Akkaraphol Raebaankoh | DTC Group |
Panel discussion (40 minutes)
The Innovation in Fintech
Thai Vo has more than 10 years of experience in investment consultancy: finance - banking, real estate, securities, crypto currencies and more than 5 years in corporate financial consultancy. Currently, Mr. Thai Vo is Co-Founder & CEO of XP Advisory Ltd., the company focuses on consulting and supporting corporate activities related to organization, operation, governance and management to grow sustainably. Aiming to help businesses build sustainable development strategies, Mr. Thai Vo and his partners are on a mission to consulting corporate and building a bridge between capital markets and economies through research and advise policies, strategies and specialized solutions for local and multinational enterprises.
SectionEmpowering Players: Community Governance in Web 3 Games Can community-driven decision-making lead to more innovative and player-friendly games, or does it risk conflicts and inefficiencies?
| Lloyd Bazar | *** Moderator *** Financial Freedom 10 | |
| Jonathan Tinoco | Founder at Museigen.io | |
| Gaurav Singh Mahur | DTC Group, CRO, Chief of Research and Operations |
Panel discussion ( minutes)
The Digital Asset Evolution From CeFi to DeFi
Mark Lee is a partner and CMO of SynFutures, a leading decentralized derivatives exchange. Prior to SynFutures, Mark founded a strategic communications and marketing firm working with dozens of notable Web3 companies like Solana, Huobi, Conflux, and more. Before getting into crypto, Mark spent years advising high-growth startups on product marketing and media strategy.
Value Drivers of Digital Assets in Games and Metaverses
Renz Chong is a former consultant and brings over five years of experience in the fields of growth strategy, data science and machine learning. He also has had experience in startups like Angkas before moving into blockchain, DeFi, and NFTs. He is the CEO and co-founder of BreederDAO, which is a blockchain project that focuses on manufacturing high quality game assets that delivers best value to players. Recently, he was included in the 2022 batch of Forbes’ 30 Under 30.
Topic: Value Drivers of Digital Assets in Games and Metaverses
A new decentralized exchange with many functions like swap, bridge, staking and trading
English<>Thai Interpreter at international events for over 8 years on various topics including financial and investment topic. She also has extensive experience as the trainer. For this event, she is hired as representative to present the company in English since the company's presenter cannot attend by themselves.
Topic: A new decentralized exchange with many functions like swap, bridge, staking and trading
Innovating with Intent: The Role of FinTech in ESG in driving better future of finance.
Rasmegh is a visionary entrepreneur and Co-Founder of DeeMoney a forward-thinking fintech company that is disrupting the financial industry with its customer-focused approach. With a background in Psychology and nearly 20 years of diverse industry experience, Rasmegh brings a unique perspective to the fintech world. Her extensive background in technology, education, wellness, and consultancy has shaped her passion for using business as a tool for positive impact.
At DeeMoney, Rasmegh is dedicated to leveraging technology, accessibility, and transparency to help individuals take control of their financial lives. She understands that financial institutions can often act as a barrier to experiences and opportunities, and her goal is to change this by empowering individuals to make the most of their finances. With her drive for innovation and commitment to customer satisfaction, Rasmegh is leading the way in creating a financial industry that works for everyone.
Rasmegh passion for using business as a tool for good extends beyond her work at DeeMoney. She is an active supporter of financial literacy initiatives and regularly contributes her time and expertise to organizations that are dedicated to making a difference in their communities.
With her background in psychology, experience in multiple industries, and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact, Rasmegh is a true leader in the fintech world and a force for change in the financial industry.
Topic: Innovating with Intent: The Role of FinTech in ESG in driving better future of finance.
Keynote Session
Connect investment portfolios to the world stage on a variety of well-known platforms
A team of fund traders with 15 years of experience in using AI trading systems and 3 years of experience in copy trading from the global platform Myfxbook. top 100 trader forex factory of 2023 4 trading accounts ranked 26-37-39-78 and a team of trading system developers using GPT to design investment research. Suggested topics are copytrade business opportunities and the development concept of the copy platform and the master experience It creates an opportunity for new traders to become interested in their performance on various statistical platforms, copytrade, and concepts of portfolio management and adaptation from GPT.
Topic: Connect investment portfolios to the world stage on a variety of well-known platforms
Trading Fixed Time Non-Fixtime | เทรด Fixed Time แบบไม่ Fixtime
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Python for trading using Meta labeling method
Experienced quantitative trading developer and AI specialist with a decade in the financial industry. Hold a master's degree in Computer Engineering, proficient in quantitative analysis, and versed across various assets. Adept in crafting data-driven trading algorithms using Python and machine learning techniques, also skilled in market making strategies and high-frequency trading (HFT). Expertise in rigorous data analysis for identifying opportunities. Proficient in risk management, backtesting strategies, and optimizing models for peak performance. Remain current with industry trends, collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams, and actively contribute through education and outreach. Adaptable and eager to embrace evolving technologies and market dynamics.
Topic: Python for trading using Meta labeling method
Foreign Exchange, Consistency in Forex Market, My Technical Analysis, Understanding Liquidity and How to trade in forex market
Investment Advisor, Co-Founder Momentumtrade. I have been trading since 2015. Best Forex Mentor 2023 by Wikifx, Binance Influencer 2019-2022
Topic: Foreign Exchange, Consistency in Forex Market, My Technical Analysis, Understanding Liquidity and How to trade in forex market
Fintech Partnerships: Collaborating for Success in the Digital Era
Shamil Amirkhanov is the FBS Business Development Manager for Thailand with over ten years’ expertise in client relationship management, customer satisfaction and retention. At FBS, Shamil focuses on leveraging clients’ and partners’ experience, driving business growth. Shamil leads market analysis and strategy. Supported by his team, he executes performance boosting planning and earns long-lasting partnership to the FBS brand. Prior to FBS, Shamil occupied positions with ever increasing levels of responsibility and seniority in renowned organizations, such as SAP, Gartner, and SAS.
How to keep consistency
Currently serving in the military but has been interested in investing since his student days. He studied investment after graduating. The first five years are just trial and error with the aim of having more income. Study abroad and in many countries until it crystallized and began to gain a foothold in the 6th year. Before being able to take the main fund management exams, both FTMO and The 5%ers, and reach the top of the list. It is important to bring the Thai flag to show the flag on the world stage have a good idea and good training from these funds to be able to pass on the correct set of data to Thai people in order to create a better living standard for Thai people Many others let go to manage foreign funds. I believe that Thai people are as talented as any nation in the world. All you need is access to the right data set and practice in the right direction, so long as you have the right data set to work with.
The fact behind trading skill
Akarawat or Ty CEO of Master Trader Academy, has experience in Forex Trading more than 14 years, He has learned by doing to get into the main ideal of forex marketing, Master Trader Academy established on Aug 2022, Ty has teach more than 1000 students and also having more than 100,000 follower in online system, along with 2-4 thousand attending when he live. The only aim of K Ty is to let people having the true skills of trading and able to live in a better ways of life able to make profit to live and because of this Ty had designed many courses in only one motto that, “your profit is my duty”
Topic: The fact behind trading skill
Crypto Literacy Rate
Hew is a self-taught Web 3.0 developer since 2017. He have participated more than 10 local and international Web 3.0 projects by developing smart contract and Dapp. He is also renowned for developing an algorithm for Universiti Malaya to assist in their medical research for breast cancer. Currently, Hew utilizes his skills as the CEO of BitLearn, a Learn-2-Earn Web 3.0 learning platform. He is also a tech moderator in CH90.
Topic: Crypto Literacy Rate
12 Keys to Unlock Forex
Founder of Clark Well Capital Ltd, holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree in Accounting and Financial Analysis, experience in corporate strategy, business development, fundraising, investment management and product development
Topic: 12 Keys to Unlock Forex
Non-Farm Payroll
I am the Chief Analyst of NEIS Capital, specializing in trading the XAUUSD pair, also known as gold, while simultaneously holding the role of a fundamental analyst. Over the course of five years, I've accumulated valuable trading experience. During this time, I've navigated through significant events that have greatly impacted the financial landscape, such as the transition of power in the United States, rampant inflation, and the global http://pandemic.In this market, I've maintained an objective and composed approach, meticulously observing every nuanced change. By blending technical and fundamental analyses, my aim is to provide accurate trading recommendations to our clients. From my perspective, technical analysis offers clues about market trends, while fundamental analysis unveils the underlying reasons driving those trends.
Topic: Non-Farm Payroll
Interview session: TFA/ Biktub
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Interview Session: Headway Media: GMMG
Lucky Draw Session Headway
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Interview Session: Headway Media: BeInCrypto
Lucky Draw Session FBS
Speakers Interview: The Blockopedia
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Fintech Association of Malaysia (“FAOM”) was set up in 2016 as the national platform to advance Malaysia as a leading Fintech hub.
The association was registered with the Registrar of Societies in October 2016. Now with members from a wide range of fintech companies, we have connected various stakeholders in the industry, engaging them in conversation and fostering potential collaborations.
FAOM focuses in 5 pillars namely talent development, market entry and expansion, investment facilitation, technology adoption and regulatory awareness and FAOM has more than 100 members from different spectrum in the Fintech ecosystem.
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Our headquarter address: 111 Nguyen Dinh Chinh Street, Phu Nhuan District, HCM City, Vietnam. You can find more information about us at:
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Booth: B6
Finmo is the next-generation Treasury Operating System (TOS) for global companies built on real-time payments (RTP) rails.
Finmo lets you collect money, make payments, manage cash and liquidity, mitigate financial risks, and comply with financial regulations – all in one place.
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Kasikorn Global Payment Co., Ltd (KGP) is a leading Payment Gateway Provider, enabling payment platform for both local and international merchant partners.
Despite being a relatively new player in the industry, KGP has quickly earned a reputation for our "can do" attitude. We have successfully onboarded immense, long tail merchants to support our customers. Not only does this undertaking demand significant resources and attention, but we also pledge to serve our customers to the best of our abilities. Our objective is to enable them to concentrate on their businesses, while simultaneously providing reassurance and guidance to small merchants by explaining how electronic payment works along the way
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SwiftCoin is a company that provides solutions for the crypto industry. It offers two main products: SwiftBot and crypto payment gateway.
SwiftBot is an automated crypto trading bot that allows users to trade various cryptocurrencies easily. It uses advanced algorithms and strategies to execute trades on behalf of the users, maximizing their profits and minimizing their risks.
While SwiftCoin’s crypto payment gateway that enables businesses to accept and process payments in cryptocurrencies.
https://swiftcoin.io/
Booth B30
DeeMoney is Thailand's leading FinTech, specialising in international money transfers.
https://www.deemoney.com/
Booth B3
Long Asia Group is a well-established finance broker that has been operating since 2012.
https://longasiagroups.com/
Booth: B25
Sakai Vault is a decentralized spot and perpetual exchange that supports low swap fees and zero price impact trades.
Trading is supported by a unique multi-asset pool that earns liquidity providers fees from market making, swap fees and leverage trading.
Sakai Vault is a next crypto revolution and it is Accelerates DeFi Adoption With Trusted Blockchain Protocol and Unique Token Economics
Sakai Vault Provides its customers and investors with insights on trends and developments in the crypto space. We provide an in-depth look at selected topics ranging from cryptocurrency fundamentals to market analyses and help to grow your investment with us.
We Empowering
People Financially by Distributing
Decentralized Finance Value
https://sakaivault.io/
Booth B27
Vantage is a global, multi-asset broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful
service for trading CFDs on Forex, Indices, Shares, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, and
Cryptocurrencies.
With over 10 years of market experience, Vantage provides a trusted trading ecosystem that enables clients to achieve their own success, in a faster and simpler manner.
Be empowered to better capitalise on winning market opportunities when you trade smarter @vantage.
https://www.vantagemarkets.com/
Booth B1
Currency Bridge is a versatile software product designed to cater to various aspects of the cryptocurrency and Fintech industry
www.currencybridges.com
Booth: B26
integrated communications agency covering PR and Marketing, takes an audience-centric approach towards its work, melding creativity with research to deliver content that captivates an audience.
https://www.dify.sg
CWG Markets is an international broker
https://www.cwgmarkets.com
Booth B32
JRFX is a licensed worldwide broker focused on online trading.
Since 2010, the platform has been operated stably for more than 13 years. It has more than 4 million users worldwide and processed more than 420 million orders online, and most orders are completed within 14 milliseconds.
JRFX strongly supports transparency. It has established the highest standards to protect the safety of clients' funds. All clients' funds are deposited in major international banks and completely separated from the company's working funds. Making clients’ trading safe is always the mission of the company.
https://www.jrfx.com/
Booth: B5
One-stop platform for all your marketing needs
DIFY: Award-winning integrated communications house that specialises in elevating brand value
http://emerge-group.co
https://www.dify.sg
Booth B38
EVG is a blockchain venture studio focusing on the mass adoption of digital assets with investments from a consortium of renowned Asian conglomerates
The Yuzu team originates from some of the most prominent DeFi protocols and Crypto companies
We empower a new generation of digital-savvy, mobile-first consumers by giving them smarter access to their aspirations.
Next-generation derivatives platform designed for any blockchain
Investing & Trading Like a Game
Investing & Trading Like a Game
FxBox Web3 Project & Financial Games Ecosystem. Crypto GameFi & DeFi with Forex Trading. FXB Token. Synergy of Crypto GameFi, Mining NFTs & Forex Trading Made Easy. Only Crypto Payments. NFTs Marketplace. Traders Contests and Leaderboards, Mini Financial Games.
One digital credit solution for all your daily needs, bill payments and quick transfers
TranSwap is a cross-border payment platform for businesses and everyday people who seek to make payments overseas while reducing FX costs and complexity.
Passionate about the future of decentralized technology, we are investing in early stage projects
Tokenize your assets on top of our infrastructure
https://investax.io
Powering next generation digital wealth platforms for financial institutions
https://www.quantifeed.com
The best-in-class qualified digital asset custody solutions for enterprises and institutions.
https://www.rakkardigital.com
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Festival News
ALL NEWSJ.D. Salbego will join us as a speaker at FinTech Festival Thailand 2023
Fantastic news: J.D. Salbego will join us as a speaker at FinTech Festival Thailand 2023
J.D. Salbego is a Founder and CEO of Moonstax, a startup mentor in the Web3 division of the globally renowned accelerator Techstars, and a weekly on-air contributor on FintechTV Global live on NYSE.
Wan Chin Loh is ready to share her expertise at FinTech Festival Thailand 2023
Speaker Wan Chin Loh is ready to share her expertise at FinTech Festival Thailand 2023
Wan Chin Loh is a Co-Founder and External Relations Director at the Malaysian Youth Fintech Association.
She is also an International Section Officer under the Early Career Advocate section of the British Computer Society, The Chartered Institute for IT.
Speaker Akarawat Rujirodratana at FinTech Festival Thailand 2023
Speaker Akarawat Rujirodratana is ready to share his expertise at FinTech Festival Thailand 2023 and his current topic: "The fact behind trading skill."
Akarawat Rujirodratana is the CEO of Master Trader Academy and an expert with over 14 years of experience in Forex Trading.
FinTech Festival Thailand 2023 speakers
We are happy to present the FinTech Festival Thailand 2023 speakers - industry leaders and top experts ready to share their knowledge and expertise.
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This year, we will discuss a range of topics dedicated to the role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Fintech, the future of Payments and Digital Banking, Digital Assets, emerging investment trends, the intersection of Privacy and Cybersecurity, and many others.
Speaker Shamil Amirkhanov at FinTech Festival 2023
Speaker Shamil Amirkhanov is ready to share his expertise at FinTech Festival 2023
Shamil Amirkhanov is the FBS Business Development Manager for Thailand with over ten years’ of expertise in client relationship management, customer satisfaction and retention.
Juthasree (June) Kuvinichkul joined FinTech Festival Thailand 2023
Juthasree (June) Kuvinichkul, a serial entrepreneur and a pioneer in building successful digital businesses in the country and an active technology investor, joined FinTech Festival Thailand 2023
June is a Founding Partner of YouTrip Thailand, a Southeast Asian financial technology company dedicated to creating the next-generation of digital financial services for consumers and businesses.
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