AI, Human-Centricity, and Winning the Battle for the Banks
There have been few times in recent history when there have been as many compelling issues in fintech and financial services as there are now. From the prospect of a new, generation-defining technology to the unprecedented competition between banks, financial services companies, fintechs, Big Tech, Big Retail, and - in some instances - Big Government, there is no shortage of topics for those in fintech and financial services to talk about.
FinovateSpring 2024, which kicks off in San Francisco on May 21, will be a lively forum for many of these discussions, debates, and conversations. Over the course of three days, our fintech analysts, experts, and executives will talk about the key challenges facing our industry and what they are doing to overcome them.
Personally, I can't wait. Below, we're sharing a quick preview of some of the themes and topics we are especially looking forward to hearing more about at FinovateSpring. Check out what we like, then browse on over to the FinovateSpring agenda and find a few favorites of your own.
I'm David Penn with the latest edition of Finovate Weekly!
Weekly Fintech News Roundup
Libro Credit Union seeks to enhance its lending operations via a transition to nCino’s cloud banking platform.
Expensify , the financial management super app for expenses and corporate cards, unveiled its new travel platform, Expensify Travel.
Beem Credit Union teams up with VeriPark to become the most "digital first credit union in the province."
Pre-Funk, Post-Funk: Making the Most of Your Weekend Before and After FinovateSpring
It's no secret that many of those who attend our Finovate conferences like to tack on an extra day or two (or three) on the front or back end of the event to enjoy the local attractions. So whether we are finteching in London for FinovateEurope, in New York for FinovateFall, or in San Francisco for FinovateSpring, it's always nice to find something interesting to do before or after the conference week begins.
With that in mind, here are a few ideas of ways to spend your free time both during the weekend before the conference, for those of you arriving early, and the weekend after the conference, for those of you staying late.
Arriving early
The Center for Asian American Media will be hosting its CAAMFest 2024 through May 19. CAAMFest is one of the largest showcases of new Asian American and Asian films. And, as if you needed any encouragement, May is Asian-American/Pacific Islander Heritage Month ...
If you prefer your acting live up close and personal, then Playground is here to sate your desire for the stage. San Francisco's incubator for the next generation of playwrights, Playground, will host the 28th Annual Playground Festival of New Works from May 7 through May 26.
Looking for laughs in all the wrong places? Mayes Oyster House is challenging audiences to figure out just who - or what - is making them laugh: jokes written by professional comedians or jokes written by ChatGPT. The show goes live every Friday and Saturday night. Did I mention they serve oysters?
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Staying late
Carnival San Francisco is the City By the Bay's version of Mardi Gras. From May 25 through May 26, Carnival San Francisco brings the very best of Latin American and Caribbean culture, art, and traditions to the Mission District. A family-oriented festival, Carnival San Francisco features five music stages and five DJ block parties, a grand parade, 250 exhibitors, and 50 food vendors.
Immersive art events have become increasingly popular in the wake of the Van Gogh immersive experience that began touring in 2017. Through Sunday, May 26, a storytelling studio called Walking Cinema will present The Fillmore Eclipse , a new, limited-run immersive theatre project based on and set in the Fillmore bebop jazz scene of the 1950s.
Want something a little more highbrow in your musical entertainment? The San Francisco Symphony will perform in the afternoon of Sunday, May 26 at the Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco. The symphony's eclectic setlist includes arrangements as diverse as "Love Theme" and "The Theme from Jaws".
Insights from the Frontlines: Five Fintech Founders Share Their Stories
Our Fintech Founders series via Streamly continues with five new videos featuring fintech founders and CEOs talking about what it takes to succeed in this industry. From lessons learned to discovering the essential traits for a successful founding team, our latest series from Fintech Founders shares valuable insights from leaders operating at the top of their game.
FinovateSpring: Meet the Demoing Companies!
The final demo roster for FinovateSpring 2024 is set! This year's event, coming to San Francisco, California, May 21-23, at the Marriott Marquis, will feature three-days of live fintech demonstrations, insightful keynote addresses, and action-packed power panels with some of fintech's best and brightest analysts, investors, and entrepreneurs.
This year's demo roster is distinct for a number of reasons. As part of the Finovate Demo Scholarship program, FinovateSpring will host 10 fintech startups. Some of these new companies have BIPOC or female founders or owners. Some are developing socially conscious fintech solutions. Still others are building solutions to help companies emphasize responsible governance and leadership.
Here are some more stats that make the demoing companies of FinovateSpring 2024 all the more noteworthy:
FinovateSpring is a great opportunity to see the future of fintech today. Visit our FinovateSpring hub by Friday, May 10 to take advantage of early-bird savings!