Top Fintech Events Scheduled in the First Quarter of 2023 in Asia

Fintech is one of the most dynamic industries in Asia, a booming sector that’s risen on the back of the rapid adoption of digital financial solutions, soaring funding activity, and the presence of a young and digitally-savvy population that’s eager to embrace new digital tools.

FREMONT, CA: Fintech is one of the most active businesses in Asia. It is a flourishing sector that has grown as a result of the quick uptake of digital financial solutions, exploding fundraising activity, and the presence of a youthful, tech-savvy populace that is eager to adopt new digital tools.

Following is a list of the most anticipated fintech conferences and events that will be held in the region in the first quarter of 2023. These significant gatherings will bring together global fintech innovators, experts, and decision-makers to explore the latest trends in the field and address some of the most pressing challenges in the sector, such as sustainability, data sharing, and cybersecurity.

ACAMS 14^th Annual AML and Anti-financial Crime Conference

The financial system is now more readily employed in this age of digitalisation to move and conceal the proceeds of various crimes, including financial crimes and internet fraud. Executives in the financial sector frequently lament the high expenses and limited returns associated with anti-money laundering (AML) compliance. Technology delivers significant cost reductions and efficiencies in a wide range of industries. It can also help with AML and counter-terrorist financing initiatives.

On January 11, 2023, 350 senior compliance professionals and 15 expert speakers will gather at the ACAMS 14th Annual AML and Anti-Financial Crime Conference to discuss the constantly evolving AML regulations, the use of regtech, artificial intelligence (AI), and data analytics to optimise transaction monitoring, and knowledge sharing for efficient AML compliance.

Indonesia PE-VC Summit 2023

Even though the world economy is struggling, Indonesia is still a success story. The country's political order has improved, the Rupiah has been mostly unaffected by the dollar's rising this year, and investors are swarming to take advantage of the prospects.

The 4^th annual DealStreetAsia Indonesia PE-VC Summit will be held on January 12 and will feature top figures from the PE, VC, and startup industries with a focus on Southeast Asia, India, and China.

The editorial staff of DealStreetAsia, a subscription-based media organisation with its headquarters in Singapore, is responsible for curating the Indonesia PE-VC Summit. Delegates may anticipate genuine perspective and insight at the summit, free from overt company pitches or spin, as well as the opportunity to network with other leaders.

The development of Indonesia's fintech industry, the increase of state funds, VC funding, alternative capital sources, and healthcare investments will be among the major subjects covered.

MEF CONNECTS Mobile Content and Payments

The MEF CONNECTS Mobile Content and Payments event will take place in Kuala Lumpur on January 12 and is organised by the international trade association Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF). To debate all pertinent topics, the event will bring together stakeholders from Malaysia's and Southeast Asia's whole mobile content and payments businesses.

Ad fraud and digital payment fraud, customer service and data, the convergence of telco, media, communication, commerce, and payments, and personalisation through monetisation and segmentation are just a few of the topics that will be covered.

Asian Financial Forum 2023

On January 11 and 12, 2023, the Asian Financial Forum (AFF), a prestigious annual gathering for world leaders in business, finance, and government to exchange insights and intelligence and to seek business and investment possibilities, will be back. More than 66,700 people from 80 different countries and regions attended AFF 2022 last year to engage in thought leadership, network with other business professionals, and experience the newest advancements in fintech.

The Deal Flow Matchmaking Session, a component of the forum, will set up one-on-one meetings between global sources of funding and sources of deals. Over the years, more than 7,200 meetings have been scheduled for more than 5,500 businesses and investors, including private equity firms, high-net-worth individuals, and senior executives from intermediaries and professional services providers.

Additionally, a variety of financial breakthroughs, cutting-edge solutions, and game-changing business concepts will be presented at the AFF's Fintech Showcase, FintechHK Startup Salon, and InnoVenture Salon to foster business collaboration and empower entrepreneurs and startups.

2023 CyberSecPhil Conference

Escom's Cyber Security Philippines (CSP) is intended for security experts from various industries in the Philippines to discuss and debate the problems and solutions associated with the country's digitisation. It is in line with the goal of Cyber Security in the Age of Digital Transformation.

The two-day 2023 CyberSecPhil Conference will feature more than 40 speakers and panellists from a variety of backgrounds who will discuss their opinions, expertise, and best practices on a range of current issues. One hundred and fifty senior security professionals, including CIOs, CSOs, compliance officers, security architects, IT managers, cloud architects, and directors of digital transformation from the public and private sectors as well as from the government, educational institutions, industry, and consumer businesses, are expected to attend the event.

API Development for E-commerce Businesses, Financial and Tech Companies

Application programming interfaces, or APIs, allow two apps to exchange data and communicate with one another. The usage of APIs by various companies, including small and medium-sized organisations (SMEs) and corporations, enables them to offer various services that promote and enhance sales and operational effectiveness.