#WTF53: What The FinTech x Money20/20 - The Future of Cross-Border Payments: Insights, Innovations, and Predictions
What The FinTech by Medhy SouidiShow Notes
The Future of Cross-Border Payments: Insights, Innovations, and Predictions
In this episode of What The Fintech X Money20/20, we explore one of the most critical topics shaping the financial world: cross-border payments in Asia. Hosted by Medhy Souidi, this episode features an expert panel of thought leaders, including:
Ian Fong, Director of Content for Asia at Money20/20.
Michele Fung, General Manager at LianLian Global.
David G.W. Birch, an internationally recognized author, advisor, and commentator on digital financial services, digital identity, and digital money.
This dynamic discussion unpacks the current state of cross-border payments, explores emerging technologies, and provides forward-looking predictions for the future.
From the rise of real-time payment systems like UPI, PromptPay, and PayNow to the game-changing potential of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, the episode covers:
The most promising innovations reshaping cross-border payments in Asia.
How real-time payment systems are overcoming challenges to link domestic networks across borders.
The role of fintechs, APIs, and industry collaborations in enhancing transparency, affordability, and user experience.
The impact of regulatory challenges on fintech innovations and crypto adoption in the cross-border space.
Our panelists also dive into the big picture, offering bold predictions for the next 2, 5, and 10 years. Will a unified payment ecosystem emerge, or will diverse systems continue to cater to regional needs?
Whether you’re a fintech enthusiast, SME owner, or payments professional, this episode is packed with actionable insights and forward-looking perspectives on the future of payments, innovation, and collaboration in Asia and beyond.
Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation with leaders shaping the future of finance!
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