Money20/20 Philippines Summit

22 January 2026, 10am - 4.30pm | Fairmont Makati, Manila

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Meet the money community in Philippines

The Money20/20 one-day summit in Philippines brings the essence of our flagship show directly into your market — a focused day where local leaders, global innovators, regulators, and investors tackle the most pressing financial challenges and opportunities in your ecosystem.

Philippines stands at the forefront of Southeast Asia's fintech revolution, emerging as one of the region's most dynamic and rapidly evolving financial technology markets. The country has witnessed unprecedented growth in digital financial services, driven by a unique combination of high mobile penetration, a large unbanked population, and progressive regulatory support.

Philippines's fintech market represents not just a story of technological advancement, but a powerful catalyst for financial inclusion and economic empowerment across the nation. Join us as a VIP guest for an exclusive day of networking, bringing together 100+ industry leaders from Philippines's fintech community.

When: 22 January 2026, Thursday

Time: 10am – 4.30pm

Where: Fairmont Makati, Manila

Address: 1 Raffles Drive, Makati Avenue, 1224, MAKATI CITY, Philippines

Free to attend - limited seats available on a first come, first served basis! RSVP today to claim your seat.

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See the program

10.00am: Registration & networking coffee

10.30am: Welcome remarks by Money20/20

10.40am: Panel Discussion - Key Fintech Trends 2026 in Philippines and the APAC region - The Future of Money

A big-picture exploration of the future of money, highlighting fintech, digital transformation, payments, and financial inclusion trends across Indonesia and the wider APAC region. This conversation, supported by slides, will draw from the 2026 Fintech Trends Whitepaper, based on research with over 130 key fintech stakeholders across APAC,

11.00am: Panel Discussion - Offline-First Fintech for Zero-Connectivity Environments

In the Philippines, patchy or non-existent internet access remains one of the biggest barriers to financial inclusion. How do you design fintech that works where 3G is unreliable, Wi-Fi is unaffordable, or power is intermittent? This session explores offline-first solutions — from SMS- and USSD-based transactions to agent banking, branch-lite models, and hybrid infrastructure — that ensure rural households, farmers, and micro-entrepreneurs aren’t left behind. The conversation will spotlight practical lessons from the Philippines and other emerging markets on how to bridge the digital divide and make finance truly universal.

11.50am: Panel Discussion - The year is 2030 - Is your Lola using Stablecoins to transfer money?

The Philippines is one of the world’s largest remittance markets, moving billions every year through a patchwork of wallets, banks, and agents. By 2030, even your Lola is using stablecoins — seamlessly, securely, and without the jargon. How did we get here? With real-time payments, digital wallets like GCash and Coins.ph, and networks such as Thunes stitching the ecosystem together, the building blocks are already in place. This panel looks through the crystal ball at the next generation of cross-border rails: how regulation, market demand, and consumer education can converge to make remittances faster, cheaper, and more inclusive — especially for SMEs and families outside Metro Manila.

12.20pm: Networking lunch

1.20pm: Panel Discussion - Cybersecurity in the age of AI and Quantum

The Philippines processes billions in digital transactions daily, but by 2030, quantum computers could break current encryption in hours while AI-powered attacks become nearly undetectable. From BPO companies to government agencies, the stakes have never been higher. This panel explores what's really coming: how quantum computing will force a complete rethink of data protection, why traditional security measures are becoming obsolete, and what practical steps organizations can take today. We'll discuss building quantum-resistant defenses and leveraging AI for better security — because in the race between cyber threats and cyber defense, preparation today determines who survives tomorrow.

2.00pm: Panel Discussion - Open Banking and embedded finance empowering SMEs

Small businesses are the backbone of the Philippine economy, yet accessing capital remains their biggest challenge. Traditional bank loans take weeks while local retailers need funding today. Open banking and embedded finance are changing this — enabling instant credit decisions and financial services built directly into business platforms. Filipino SMEs now have access to tools once reserved for large corporations. This panel examines how open banking APIs are breaking down financial barriers, why embedded finance is becoming essential for business growth, and what this means for millions of micro-entrepreneurs across the archipelago. The future of SME financing isn't just digital — it's invisible, instant, and integrated into everyday business.

2.40pm: Networking break

3.10pm: Workshop: An AI Bootcamp to Boost your Biz

This bootcamp offers a practical, real-world guide to leveraging AI for business growth in the Philippine fintech landscape. Led by industry experts, the session will cover the local AI market, showcase practical use cases in finance, and provide an interactive AMA session for attendees to get direct answers and actionable strategies to boost their business with AI.

Part 1: Presentation on AI Landscape in Asia/Philippines

A targeted overview of the current AI landscape, specifically focusing on developments in Asia and the Philippines. The presentation will cover key market trends, regulatory shifts impacting AI adoption in fintech, and the immense opportunities for local businesses. He will distill complex information into actionable insights, setting the foundation for the discussions to follow.

Part 2: Panel Discussion - AI in Philippine Fintech: Bridging Inclusion, Innovation, and Governance

This panel features a powerful combination of expertise to discuss the practical integration of AI in the Philippine fintech sector. Experts will offer a fintech perspective on how AI can enhance financial inclusion, address the crucial regulatory and governance aspects of AI innovation, and provide insight into the frameworks for responsible AI deployment. Together, they will provide a 360-degree view on how businesses can harness AI ethically and effectively for a competitive edge.

Part 3: Interactive AMA Session

An engaging, interactive "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) session gives participants direct access to experts. This Q&A format allows attendees to ask specific questions and receive immediate insights on the workshop's key topics. It’s an open forum for unfiltered exchange, fostering deeper understanding and engagement with the panel's expertise