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20th NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum
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“Don’t let your learning lead to knowledge. Let your learning lead to action.”
Jim Rohn
The Payments industry is rapidly evolving with new technologies, enhanced security, and changing customer preferences driving greater efficiency and convenience.
RegTechs’ are now marked by agility, speed, integration, and analytics. Implementing advanced RegTech solutions ensures precision, comprehensive oversight, internal alignment, and effective risk management.
The 20th NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum returns to Zurich, Switzerland to explore how organisations are optimising operations and seizing opportunities through the latest technological innovations in Payments and RegTech.
Join us at this prestigious forum to network with global influencers, strategists, and thought leaders. Engage in discussions on market trends, digitalisation, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
The 20th NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum is the premier event for forward-thinking professionals in the payments and regulatory sectors.
WHAT'S COMING UP
THE ADVANCEMENT IN PAYMENTS TECHNOLOGY
Hear more from industry experts as they share experiences on a range of global trends expected to bring advances to the market, including more about the practical applications of AI, sophisticated customer journeys including Augmented reality (AR), contactless payments, instant payments, expansion of digital wallets, embedded payments, augmented reality, new variations of buy now, pay later (BNPL), and the latest updates on digital currencies, and much more…
DATA PRIVACY, ETHICS & CYBERSECURITY
Protecting consumers’ privacy and the advancement of AI are key themes to be covered. Hear more about connecting cybersecurity with managing risk and fraud and establishing a model of security-by-design. Let’s explore the evolution of AI and the impact, with more about what’s up ahead…
REGULATORY TECHNOLOGY AND COMPLIANCE
Explore how RegTech transcends simplifying compliance and reducing costs to secure a verifiable competitive advantage. Hear from industry experts as they unveil the latest benefits of these advanced technologies. Discover the next generation of compliance technology, driving transparency and cost-efficiency.
THE AGENDA
6 MARCH | ZURICH | SWITZERLAND
6 MARCH 2025
08:30-09:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
09:00-09:05
WELCOME ADDRESS
Lilly Pavlou, Executive Director at QUBE Events
09:05-09:10
CHAIRMEN WELCOME ADDRESS
09:10-09:35
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
The Future of Payments and Compliance in 2025: Navigating Innovation and Regulation
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Navigating the evolving landscape of payments and RegTech
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Shaping the industry, driven by technological advancements, regulatory imperatives, and shifting consumer preferences
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Cybersecurity and data protection
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A convergence of innovation and compliance
09:35-10:05
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Instant and Real-Time Payments: Infrastructure, Expectations, and Regional Integration
Exploring the rise of instant payments in Europe, infrastructure needs, and the impact on banks, consumers, and merchants as Switzerland and DACH align with global real-time payment standards.
10:05-10:35
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Digital Currencies and CBDCs: Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges
Discussion on the role of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the economy, their impact on monetary policy, and the regulatory requirements for cross-border integration.
10:35-11:00
KEYNOTE SPEECH + Q&A
Latest Developments on International Sanctions and AML/TF Developments- Key Trends and Challenges
11:00-11:30
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
11:30-12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Cutting-Edge Innovations in Cross-Border B2B Payments
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Real-Time Payment Tracking and Transparency
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Simplifying Compliance with Multi-Jurisdictional Regulations
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Scalable and Secure Cloud-Based Payment Platforms
12:00-12:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
The Next Wave of the Consumer Payment Experience
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Purpose-driven and predictive customer experience
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Main changes in consumer payment experience expectations and behaviors
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Modernising the consumer payment
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Real-world examples
12:30-13:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
The Rise of Super Apps and Digital Wallets: User Adoption and Competitive Landscape
A look at how super apps and digital wallets are reshaping financial services, examining the regulatory challenges, competitive landscape, and user adoption trends in Europe.
13:00-14:00
NETWORKING LUNCH
14:00-14:30
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
Sustainability and Green Payments: Building Compliance into Eco-Friendly Financial Services
Insights on how payments can support ESG and sustainability, with green finance initiatives and new compliance requirements shaping the future of eco-friendly payments.
14:30-15:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Open Finance and Beyond
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Scaling up for a new era of open innovation
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Exploring the new business model opportunities in open finance
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Panelists discuss embedded payments and Open Finance trends, focusing on compliance, consumer experience, and the opportunities for fintech partnerships in Switzerland and beyond
15:00-15:30
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
15:30-16:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Evolving Threats and Innovations in Financial Crime Prevention
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Exploring how AI and machine learning are transforming fraud detection and prevention
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A look at the latest emerging threats in financial crime such as Cybercrime, Ransomware, and Digital Fraud
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Discussion on the Cross-Border Collaboration and Regulatory Harmonisation in fighting financial crime, including the role of international frameworks, data-sharing agreements, and technology-driven compliance solutions to combat global money laundering and fraud
16:00-16:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Future Trends in Cryptocurrencies
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Moving toward decentralised finance and decentralised autonomous organisations
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Tokenisation and its impact on traditional financial markets
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Advancing regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies and Tokenisation
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Cryptocurrency Adoption and Payment Solutions: Bridging Traditional Finance and Crypto - the growing role of crypto in payments, partnerships with traditional finance, and how merchants are starting to adopt crypto in everyday transactions
16:30-17:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Transforming Financial Services with AI: Current Progress and Future Prospects
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How is AI currently being utilised to improve customer experience in financial services, and what are some examples of successful implementations?
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Discussion on the ways AI has enhanced risk management and fraud detection in the financial sector, and what are the measurable outcomes?
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What are the regulatory and ethical challenges associated with the adoption of AI in financial services, and how are companies addressing these issues?
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What initiatives and innovations are major financial institutions and fintech companies investing in to stay competitive with AI advancements in the industry?
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Adapting to Hybrid Fraud Tactics: we will cover the evolving fraud in a hybrid world, next-generation authentication and digital payment methods
17:00-17:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Navigating the Evolving Regulatory Landscape
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Exploring the key regulatory challenges and opportunities that lie ahead
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Developing frameworks to ensure responsible and ethical use of AI and ML
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Developing a coherent framework for regulating emerging digital assets
17:30-18:00
EXPERIENCE SESSION
18:00-18:10
CHAIRMEN CLOSING COMMENTS
18:10-19:30
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
MEDIA PARTNERS
KEY BENEFITS FOR PARTICIPATING
Build Thought Leadership
Showcase expertise and establish yourself as an industry thought leader
Generate Leads
It is the most cost-effective way to generate qualified leads of key B2B decision makers
Targeted Audience
Meet & engage with your target group
Global Reach
Hybrid events enable you to connect with your target audiences both locally and globally
New Prospects
Engage with new prospects and support existing relationships thus helping to drive leads into your sales funnel
PAST EVENT VIDEO
MEANINGFUL NETWORKING
This is the perfect time to connect with your colleagues and peers in the Payments and RegTech sector! Our aim with the 20th NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum is to facilitate key discussions and create a platform for meaningful networking and practical conversations that promote business growth.
BECOME A SPONSOR
Sponsoring the 20th NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum provides you with the perfect opportunity to showcase your solutions and interact with your target audience in a purposeful way.
You can expect to secure new direct connections with key decision-makers and industry influencers.
Our Sponsorship packages take on a holistic approach and are tailored to accommodate your specific business objectives.
Packages can include:
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25-minute Keynote presentation
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Inclusion in an industry-expert panel discussion
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Access to The Meeting Point, which includes ONE-TO-ONE pre-qualified meetings
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A bespoke integrated international marketing & branding campaign strategy
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Social media campaigns
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Customised email campaigns to over 200 000 subscribers
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Dedicated booths and promotional areas
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Prestigious PR opportunities & interviews with the international media
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