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FEBRUARY 20, 2025 Amsterdam 

3 THEMES PROGRAMME

European Digital Finance Conference: Shaping the Future of Finance

Innovating Banking and Payments with AI, Cloud, and Cutting-Edge Technology​

The European Digital Finance Conference brings together top leaders and innovators in the finance industry to discuss the key changes transforming the sector. This year’s program focuses on how European banking is evolving, the latest trends in lending and payments, and the role of technologies like AI and cloud computing in driving innovation and combating financial crime. With keynote presentations from executives of leading European banks and 30 live demos from top fintech companies, attendees will gain practical insights into the future of finance. This conference is a must-attend for anyone interested in digital finance.

Program for the European Digital Finance Conference

08:15   REGISTRATION OPEN

09:00 – 11:00   THE EVOLUTION OF THE EUROPEAN BANKING SECTOR: GEOPOLITICS, MACROECONOMICS, AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

11:00 – 12:00   COFFEE BREAK / NETWORKING

12:00 – 14:00   OPEN BANKING & OPEN FINANCE IN EUROPE: REGULATION, INNOVATION, AND CROSS-BORDER OPPORTUNITIES​

14:00 – 15:00   LUNCH BREAK / NETWORKING

15:00 – 17:30   LEVERAGING AI, DATA, CLOUD, AND CYBERSECURITY TO COMBAT FINANCIAL CRIME

17:30 – 20:00   NETWORKING RECEPTION

 

 

1. THE EVOLUTION OF THE EUROPEAN BANKING SECTOR: GEOPOLITICS, MACROECONOMICS, AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

This session will explore the ongoing transformation within the European banking sector, focusing on the impact of geopolitics, macroeconomic trends, and emerging technologies such as AI. Attendees will gain insights into how these factors are reshaping banking operations and regulatory developments across Europe.

Key topics:

Geopolitical forces shaping the future of European banking.

Macroeconomic challenges and opportunities in a shifting global landscape.

The role of AI and emerging technologies in modernizing banking operations.

Regulatory responses to technological advancements and their implications for financial institutions. ​

​Location: Main Stage

2. OPEN BANKING & OPEN FINANCE IN EUROPE: REGULATION, INNOVATION, AND CROSS-BORDER OPPORTUNITIES

Building upon the transformative impact of emerging technologies discussed in the previous session, this session delves into the evolving landscape of open finance in Europe, examining the delicate balance between regulation and innovation. The session will explore the current state and future trajectory of open finance initiatives, regulatory frameworks, and cross-border opportunities, with a particular focus on how these developments are reshaping financial services across Europe.

As financial crime continues to evolve in sophistication, the insights from this session will naturally lead into discussions about leveraging new technologies and frameworks to enhance security and fraud prevention in the next session.

Key topics:

Regulatory evolution in European open finance, including FiDA and PSD3 implementation progress and their implications for the ecosystem

Digital identity developments and trust frameworks as foundational elements enabling open finance transformation and enhanced financial inclusion

International collaboration initiatives advancing cross-border open finance implementation and innovation

​Location: Main Stage

3. LEVERAGING AI, DATA, CLOUD, AND CYBERSECURITY TO COMBAT FINANCIAL CRIME

This session will explore how AI, advanced data analytics, and cloud technologies are being utilized to strengthen cybersecurity measures and combat financial crime. It will highlight the role of these technologies in detecting fraud, mitigating risks, and securing financial institutions against evolving cyber threats in a cloud-driven environment.

Key topics:

AI-driven detection and prevention of financial crime.

The role of big data in enhancing cybersecurity and risk management. ​

Leveraging cloud technologies to improve security, scalability, and response to cyber threats.​ ​

​Location: Main Stage

SUMMARY OF KEY CONFERENCE TOPICS

  • Embedded finance​
  • Open banking​
  • Artificial intelligence​
  • Consumer fintech​
  • Regulatory technology​
  • Blockchain integration​
  • Buy now, pay later​
  • Decentralised finance​
  • Green fintech​
  • Banking-as-a-service (baas)​
  • Digital Lending​
  • Neobanks​
  • Ai-powered personal finance advisors​
  • Biometrics​
  • Regulatory compliance​
  • Cybersecurity​
  • Financial inclusion​
  • Generative AI​
  • Insurtech​
  • Sustainability

INTERACTIVE PANELS​

PARTICIPATION​

Join senior executives from leading banks, regulators, and Europe’s top vendors and service providers as they engage in dynamic and insightful panel discussions. These sessions will feature lively exchanges on critical topics, offering attendees a unique opportunity to hear expert perspectives and explore the future of digital finance​

Key topics:

The Evolution of the European Banking Sector: Geopolitics, Macroeconomics, and Emerging Technologies

European Payments in Transition: From PSD3 to Open Finance and Digital Identity

Leveraging AI, Data, Cloud, and Cybersecurity to Combat Financial Crime​

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These interactive sessions promise to provide deep insights into the future of AI and digital finance, shaping the conversation around innovation, security, and trust.

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