Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 - Review

In this special episode of Fintech Chatter, I'm joined by Kristofer Rogers of Volt.io review the Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 , highlighting its scale, the quality of discussions, and the global interest in fintech.

We explore key themes from the event including financial health, geopolitical impacts, interoperability, the future of embedded finance and the need for collaboration in the fintech ecosystem.

We also discuss the evolving landscape of FinTech, focusing on the implications of disruption, the changing nature of leadership in Fintech, and the critical importance of talent. At Singapore Fintech Festival the access to industry leaders is unparalleled.

We also chat about the significance of global Fintech community events and Australia's position in the global FinTech arena. We highlight the challenges and opportunities facing Australia, the need for a long-term vision, and ultimately an optimistic outlook for the future of FinTech.

Takeaways from Singapore Fintech Festival

1. The Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 had 65,000 delegates.
2. 3400 policy makers and even royalty in attended the event.
3. 665 central banks, regulatory authorities and government organisations were represented.
4. 5 zones for Talent, Tech, ESG, Regulation and Founders.?
5. Financial health is a more pressing issue than financial inclusion.
6. Interoperability is becoming more important than innovation in fintech.
7. Africa presents unique opportunities for fintech.
8. Collaboration among fintechs and banks is essential for success.
9. Embedded finance is maturing, but challenges remain.
10. The festival highlighted the importance of genuine business connections.
11. Talent is a critical focus area that is often overlooked in discussions.
12. Accessibility of industry leaders fosters networking and collaboration.
13. A long-term vision is necessary for Australia to establish its identity in FinTech.
14. Optimism exists for the future of FinTech in Australia, with potential growth opportunities.
15. Global trade and currency are poised for significant changes in the coming years.
16. The FinTech landscape is evolving, and businesses must adapt to stay relevant.

Links and Resources

• Singapore Fintech Festival
• Visit Volt.io website
• Connect with Kristofer Rogers
• Connect with Dexter Cousins
• Learn more about Tier One People