Dive into our 2025 content pillars

In 2025, Money20/20 Asia goes beyond technological advancement: it aims to shape a future that benefits people. Through empowerment, we collaborate to create solutions that enhance people's control, access, and security in their financial lives. Developing secure, frictionless, and sustainable fintech innovations is key to creating a future where everyone can thrive.

Our content focus, Empowering Humanity Through Collaboration: Pioneering Secure, Frictionless, and Sustainable Fintech Innovation in Asia, brings this vision to life by prioritising human-centred progress. We will explore how collaborative efforts can drive financial technologies that are secure, accessible, and sustainable, ultimately creating a world where everyone benefits.

While cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain hold immense potential, it's crucial to remember that they’re merely tools. In 2025, the spotlight shifts to the human impact. It's us, the collaborators, who take centre stage in shaping a future that truly empowers humanity.

Our first pillar addresses a critical question: does FinTech thrive on collaboration or competition in today's fast-paced world? We'll explore how breaking down barriers and fostering teamwork can unlock true innovation potential. By analysing real-world success stories and best practices, we'll examine the human element behind these interactions. Through diverse stakeholder perspectives from banking to insurtech, we'll understand how collaboration and competition can shape a future of FinTech in Asia that empowers users.

What we're focusing on:

• Human-Centred Innovation: Real-world examples of successful collaborations and how human ingenuity drives success in FinTech.

• Breaking Down Silos: Best practices for navigating the complexities of collaboration and competition within the FinTech ecosystem.

• Synergy vs. Conflict: How collaboration and competition can work together or hinder progress in FinTech innovation.

• Stakeholder Perspectives: Diverse viewpoints from across various FinTech verticals (banking, payments, lending, etc.)

FinTech's potential hinges on trust. This pillar tackles this head-on. We'll explore how human ingenuity can navigate the complexities of data protection, cybersecurity, and ethical practices to address user concerns about data privacy and financial safety. The growing focus on data privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and financial crime prevention demands a user-centric approach. We'll examine strategies for robust security measures and explore how collaboration across stakeholders (including government and regulatory bodies) can build trust in the evolving FinTech landscape. Discussions will cover best practices for ethical AI, data transparency, and regulatory compliance, paving the way for a secure and peaceful future of finance.

What we're focusing on:

• Human-Centred Security: Strategies for data privacy, cybersecurity, and ethical AI development in FinTech.

• Collaboration for Trust: How collaboration across stakeholders can build trust in the evolving FinTech landscape.

• Building a Secure Future: Best practices for regulatory compliance, data transparency, and ethical AI to ensure peace of mind in FinTech.

This pillar explores the growing demand for effortless financial experiences. We'll dive into the benefits of frictionless transactions and the role of technology in streamlining interactions. But are these innovations truly serving user needs? Through case studies, we'll explore the trade-offs between convenience and user control, aiming to find the sweet spot for a seamless financial future. We'll examine how technology can empower users and address potential anxieties around security and control.

What we're focusing on:

• Seamless User Journeys: Intuitive design and user-centric interfaces revolutionising financial interactions, focusing on case studies of platforms with smooth and engaging user experiences.

• Beyond Convenience: Personalising financial products to meet individual needs, and empowering users with tools for better financial management.

• Frictionless Transactions: The role of contactless payments and instant settlements, and technological advancements enabling seamless transactions.

This pillar dives into FinTech's potential for positive change. We'll explore how FinTech can empower underserved communities across Asia by expanding access to financial services and fostering social impact. But the goal goes beyond profit: it's about building a future that works for everyone. We'll examine how FinTech can empower individuals and contribute to a greener future. Success stories and real-world examples will showcase FinTech's ability to empower individuals and create meaningful change.

What we're focusing on:

• Financial Inclusion Redefined: Strategies for using FinTech to empower underserved communities, focusing on success stories and best practices that expand access to essential financial services.

• Beyond Financial Services: The broader social impact of FinTech innovations, and how FinTech can drive systemic change and improve quality of life.

• Sustainability as a Core Value: How FinTech can finance green initiatives and support sustainable development, ensuring these efforts are genuine and contribute to a healthier planet.

This pillar explores the transformative power of AI and emerging technologies, but with a critical lens: how can we ensure this revolution is human-centred? We'll dive into how AI can revolutionise the way we manage money, tailoring experiences to our unique needs and goals. Imagine personalised risk assessments, fraud prevention, and AI-powered insights that empower you to achieve financial success. However, we'll also explore the potential downsides and ensure AI serves humanity, not the other way around.

What we're focusing on:

• Harnessing AI for Good: AI, IoT, and quantum computing's impact on personalised finance including risk assessment, fraud prevention, and financial planning.

• Human-Centred Innovation: DeFi, digital assets, and AI-driven personalisation, to ensure technology serves users, not replaces them.

• Reimagining User Experiences: Advances in AI, personalisation, gamification, and VR/AR for engaged and enriched financial interactions.

• Regulation & Innovation: Challenges and opportunities in regulating AI and emerging technologies for responsible innovation and user trust.