This premier event gathers the brightest minds and trailblazers across the Southeast Asian region,
illuminating the transformative power of fintech within our diverse and rapidly evolving markets.
Southeast Asia is home to over 3,000 fintech startups. From payments and lending to insurtech and blockchain, our ecosystem is robust and diverse. The digital payments market in Southeast Asia is projected to exceed $300 billion by 2025, driven by surging mobile wallet usage and e-commerce growth. The ASEAN Fintech Forum is the perfect platform to explore these dynamic trends.
ASEAN is aligning fintech regulations and fostering innovation through sandboxes, while initiatives like ASEAN Payment Connectivity enable seamless cross-border transactions. This synergy allows for more fintech innovation across the region.
Southeast Asia’s unbanked population presents a significant opportunity for fintech to expand digital services via mobile platforms. With high mobile use and government support, fintech is driving financial inclusion, reaching even the most underserved areas.
The payment landscape is evolving with digital wallets, QR codes, and contactless payments integrated into e-commerce and retail. Embedded finance in apps and rising e-commerce growth drive demand for innovative fintech solutions in the region.
ASEAN is boosting digital banks with new licenses, lower fees, and broader access. Blockchain and AI enhance financial services, while public-private partnerships and open banking drive innovation and competition.
Jonathan Wong
Chief of Innovation, Enterprise and Investment, United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Eelee Lua
Chief of Staff, xcube.co
Charles Budiman
Chief Digital Officer, Maybank Indonesia
Farah Jaafar
Advisor, FinTech Association of Malaysia
Axel Winter
Chief Executive Officer, Xponential, Chief Digital Officer, Siam Piwat
Thailand is a key player in the Asian fintech landscape, with a growing digital economy and supportive regulations making it a regional hub. The government’s push for digital innovation and investment in fintech infrastructure has positioned Thailand as this year’s AFF host. Engage with industry leaders and policymakers driving fintech in this dynamic market, with valuable thought leadership and networking opportunities.
Whether you’re a startup looking to scale, a banker or insurer seeking innovation, an investor hunting for the next big opportunity, or a policymaker eager to understand the latest industry developments, don’t miss this chance to be part of the fintech revolution in Asia.
Dive into how we’re driving change, fostering collaboration, and unlocking new possibilities for the future of finance as you connect with like-minded professionals, absorb the latest trends and innovation in the fintech space and discover groundbreaking opportunities within the Southeast Asian fintech ecosystem.
