Oradea, 19-20 June 2024: This summer, Oradea isn’t just a city – it’s the beating heart of fintech innovation in Central Eastern Europe (CEE). The UNCHAIN Fintech Festival is back, transforming the historic fortress into a dynamic hub where the future of finance and technology converges in a spectacular outdoor setting. With an agenda packed with high-quality content, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities, this event is where the future of fintech is shaped.
A Festival Like No Other
Imagine a place where the financial industry’s brightest minds and leading technology providers converge. That’s UNCHAIN for you. With four content stages, three interaction areas, and more than three parties and private events, we’re setting the stage for a festival that’s as informative as it is enjoyable.
Hot Topics on the Agenda
This year’s discussions will cut to the core some of fintech’s best topics:
Payments 3.0
The next evolution in payment systems is here. Payments 3.0 represents a leap towards more seamless, instant, and interoperable payment methods, integrating technologies like blockchain and real-time payments. We will explore the innovations driving this change, from digital wallets to cryptocurrencies, and how they’re reshaping how we transact.
AI in Finance
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the financial sector, offering unprecedented opportunities for personalization, risk assessment, and automation. Discussions will go into how AI and machine learning algorithms are being used to predict market trends, enhance customer service through chatbots, and streamline operations in everything from banking to insurance.
Open Finance
Building on the principles of open banking, Open Finance extends the concept to a wider range of financial services, promoting greater data sharing and connectivity between banks, fintech, and other financial institutions. This session will cover the potential for innovation and competition that open finance brings, along with the challenges and opportunities in creating a more inclusive financial ecosystem.
Digital Transformation
This topic will address the ongoing shift within the financial services industry towards digital-first strategies. It encompasses the adoption of digital technologies to modernize operations, improve customer experiences, and create new business models. Expect insights into cloud computing, blockchain, and the role of digital platforms in enabling this transformation.
Regulation
As the fintech landscape evolves, so too does the regulatory framework that governs it. This discussion will focus on the latest developments in fintech regulation, including the balance between fostering innovation and ensuring consumer protection, compliance challenges, and the impact of regulations like GDPR and PSD2 on the industry.
Insurtech
At its core, insurtech is about leveraging the latest technologies to solve longstanding challenges in the insurance sector. From streamlining operations and enhancing data analytics to creating more personalized customer experiences, Insurtech is paving the way for a more efficient, accessible, and customer-centric insurance industry.
Digital Banking
Digital banking is not just about moving traditional banking services online – it’s about reimagining banking for the digital age. This session will explore the evolution of neobanks, the integration of financial services into non-financial platforms, and how technologies like AI and blockchain are enabling banks to offer more personalized, efficient, and secure services.
Who You’ll Meet
At this year’s editions, we’re setting the stage for an unparalleled gathering of minds from across the globe. With over 50 international speakers from more than 30 countries and 40+ sessions, the festival promises rich insights and perspectives that span the entire spectrum of financial technology and innovation.
Our speakers hail from the highest structures of central banks, leading fintech firms, and technology companies. They bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience, ready to go into the most pressing issues and exciting opportunities facing the financial sector today. From the nuances of open banking to the applications of AI in finance, attendees will gain access to a brand of expertise rarely found in one place.
Joining the dialogue will be 500+ business delegates representing 250+ unique companies, making UNCHAIN not just an event but a nexus for networking and collaboration. The festival boasts an impressive 70% representation from the banking and financial industry, including CEOs, upper management, and key decision-makers.
Ecosystem Players & Innovators
From the fintech ecosystem growth network to the most disruptive CEE fintech startups, UNCHAIN is a melting pot of innovation. Financial institutions, technology providers, and commercial banks will all be there, discussing and demonstrating the future of finance.
Attendees will have the chance to engage with:
- Banking and Financial Institutions: A gathering of the sector’s most influential players in the region, ready to explore new avenues for growth and innovation.
- Fintech Innovators: The brightest minds from fintech startups and established companies, showcasing disruptive technologies and fresh business models.
- Technology Providers: The architects behind the digital infrastructure of tomorrow, offering insights into the tools and platforms driving financial services forward.
- Professional Services Firms: Experts in navigating the complex landscape of regulation, strategy, and digital transformation, providing the knowledge needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving market.
Why You Can’t Afford to Miss It
UNCHAIN Fintech Festival isn’t just another conference. It’s a unique opportunity to go into the heart of financial innovation, surrounded by the old walls of Oradea Fortress. It’s where casual conversations turn into innovative ideas and where the future of fintech is not just discussed but shaped.
Join The Discussion
Ready to be part of the future of finance? Tickets are flying off the shelf. Secure your spot at the UNCHAIN Fintech Festival 2024 and be where the world of finance meets the future. Visit our website for more information.
Missed out last year? Catch a glimpse of the magic in our aftermovie and see why UNCHAIN is the can’t-miss event of the year for anyone serious about fintech.
About UNCHAIN Fintech Festival
UNCHAIN Fintech Festival unites the growth market of Europe and a global center of tech development, providing a nexus for the financial industry and technology providers. Set in the sociable and enjoyable environment of Oradea’s fortress, UNCHAIN fosters meaningful connections and pushes the boundaries of financial innovation.
