The payments industry pulsates with constant innovation. Crypto rockets skyward, then plummet like Icarus... Fraudsters morph tactics faster than chameleons… Staying ahead of the curve demands continuous exploration and engagement.
This year's event calendar offers a treasure trove of opportunities to forge connections with industry leaders, unearth emerging trends, and acquire valuable knowledge that will propel your business forward.
The Deep Dives:
Paris Blockchain Week (April 9-11, Paris, France)
For those intrigued by the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize payments, Paris Blockchain Week is a pilgrimage. Explore how blockchain can streamline cross-border transactions, enhance security, and create new opportunities for financial inclusion.
Learn from leading developers, innovators, and financial institutions who are actively building on this transformative technology.
FMAS:24 (May 20-22, Sandton City, South Africa)
Forget sun-drenched beaches and safari adventures – for those with their eyes on the financial frontier, Johannesburg beckons. FMAS:24 isn't your typical summit. Here, the pulse of Africa's financial future beats loud, encompassing the dynamic world of online trading, fintech, crypto, digital assets, and payments.
This three-day odyssey in the heart of Sandton Convention Centre caters to both aspiring individual traders and established businesses. Aspiring financial mavens can forge connections with industry veterans, glean insights from seasoned brokers, and learn from esteemed educators. Meanwhile, businesses within the financial services sector can leverage FMAS:24 as a springboard for forging strategic regional partnerships and exploring the cutting edge of technological advancements, innovative payment solutions, and liquidity opportunities.
FMAS:24 promises an enriching adventure and a front-row seat to witness the latest advancements and burgeoning opportunities reshaping the African financial sector.
Regional Focus: A World of Payments
Money20/20 Series (Multiple Locations)
The world of payments is a vibrant tapestry, woven with threads of regional trends and regulations and unlike a monolithic entity, it pulsates with a unique rhythm in each corner of the globe. In that regard, Money20/20 offers a passport to navigate these complexities, presenting a series of events across continents that cater to the specific nuances of each region.
Money20/20 Asia (April 23-25, Bangkok, Thailand)
Shift your gaze eastward to Asia, a continent witnessing an explosion in e-commerce and mobile payments. This pan-Asian gathering serves as a glittering gala, celebrating the region's brightest stars and the relentless innovation that defines its financial technology industry. It brings together a stellar cast of industry leaders, renowned speakers, and visionaries shaping the future of fintech. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, glean invaluable insights from powerhouse presentations, and allow yourself to be inspired by the collective brilliance on display.
Money20/20 Europe (June 4-6, Amsterdam, The Netherlands)
Set your sights on Europe, where the Open Banking industry is blossoming. Money20/20 Europe serves as your gateway to explore the transformative potential of this technology. This year's edition ushers in a theme that pulsates with the zeitgeist: Human X Machine. Here, the focus isn't just on payments, but on the transformative power of collaboration between humans and our machine counterparts.
Money20/20 USA (October 27-30, Las Vegas, United States of America)
Finally, you might want to turn your compass westward towards Money20/20 USA. This behemoth of an event isn't just a conference, rather it's a microcosm of the entire global money ecosystem. Here, under one roof, you'll find a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of banks, payments providers, tech giants, audacious startups, established retailers, cutting-edge fintech firms, visionary financial service leaders, and policymakers shaping the future of finance.
Transact by ETA (April 17-19, Las Vegas, USA):
For a deep dive into the US payments ecosystem, Transact by ETA is the place to be. Organized by the Electronic Transactions Association, the leading payments technology group in the US, it serves as a grand convening place. Here, industry titans – card networks, processors, merchants, and leading financial institutions – converge to showcase cutting-edge solutions, discuss the latest trends, and forge strategic partnerships.
Transact by ETA doesn't shy away from complexity. This event delves into the entire spectrum of the US payments ecosystem, leaving no stone unturned. Expect in-depth discussions on the evolving role of card networks and processors, the challenges and opportunities faced by merchants, and the innovative solutions being developed by financial institutions.
PayExpo Series (Multiple Locations):
B2B payments often operate in a silo, with their own set of challenges and opportunities. The PayExpo Series focuses on this specific niche within the payments industry. Network with key players and industry leaders and discover best practices for optimizing your B2B payment solutions. Explore emerging technologies like blockchain that have the potential to revolutionize the way businesses transact with each other.
Global Innovation Hubs: Where the Future Takes Flight
Web Summit Lisbon (November 11-14, Lisbon):
Politico hails it as the "world's premier tech conference," while The Atlantic proclaims it as the "where the future goes to be born." Web Summit Lisbon is the grand conclave of tech innovation.
This mega-event offers a comprehensive overview of the industry while fostering a thought-provoking environment dedicated to a fundamental question: Where to next? As such, this powerful platform ignites discussions that propel the tech industry – and by extension, the world – forward.
Web Summit boasts a speaker list that reads like a who's who of tech royalty, innovation pioneers, and cultural icons. As such, Web Summit transcends the realm of conferences; it's an investment in your future.
FMLS:24 (November 18-20, London, UK)
Forget lukewarm networking and stale presentations. At FMLS, innovation crackles in the air as established giants and audacious startups collide, sparking a financial revolution.
With over 3,500 visionaries converging, fintech leaders huddle with crypto pioneers; institutional brokerage titans strategize alongside tier-one bank decision-makers. This isn't simply just about exchanging business cards, rather it's about forging connections that will reshape the financial ecosystem.
While renowned speakers – the architects of the financial transformation – share their insights and battle-tested strategies, the true power of FMLS:24 unfolds beyond the stage. Explore an exhibition hall teeming with leading exhibitors showcasing the most innovative technologies and solutions transforming the financial services industry. Here, you don't just witness the future, you become an active participant in shaping it.
So, join the conversation, ignite your innovation engine, and become an active participant in shaping the next chapter of finance.
The 2024 Payments Events List:
- Paris Blockchain Week, April 9-11, Paris
- Web Summit Rio, April 15-18, Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
- MRC Barcelona, April 22-24, Barcelona – Spain
- Money 20/20 Asia, April 23-25, Bangkok
- Seamless Middle East, May 14-15, Dubai
- Wiki Finance Expo Hong Kong 2024, May 17, Hong Kong - China
- FMAS:24, May 20-22, Sandton City - SA
- Money20/20 Europe, June 4-6, Amsterdam
- ENBANTEC, June 4, Istanbul
- Fintech Week London, June 10-14, London
- Open Banking Expo Canada 2024, June 11, Toronto
- Global Payments Summit, June 12-14, Kuala Lumpur
- FMPS:24, August 27-29, Sydney
- SIBOS, September 21-24, Beijing
- Money20/20 USA, October 27-30, Las Vegas
- Web Summit Lisbon, November 11-14, Lisbon
- EBINTEC Banking Innovation Conference, November 12, Istanbul
- FMLS:24, November 18-20, London
- NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum, December 10-11, Austin, TX
Spark the Conversation
This curated list is just a starting point – with so many events, there's something for everyone.
Don't miss the chance to network, learn, get inspired at these key industry events, and remember: sometimes the most valuable takeaways often come from the unexpected connections and insights you gain.
So, mark your calendars, pack your business cards, and get ready to level up your payments game in 2024!
