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A fresh NFT activation and prize game competition will take place at Money Motion 2024. The fusion of Web3 and AR is made possible by Mastercard, a global leader in payment technologies, and promises to elevate the Money Motion experience with a unique digital journey. After the first years’ success, our dear partners have truly raised the bar with this one. The “Unfold Your Digital Journey” activation and prize game competition is set to be a highlight of the conference, with five unique NFTs to be collected by attendees at five predestined locations. These NFTs - Innovation PODs have been created in collaboration between NEAR Balkans and Tekuno.app, and are limited and exclusive for attendees of the Money Motion 2024 conference....

In a world full of startup competitions and tech achievements, one event stands out: the Money Motion Startup Pitch Competition. After tough deliberations, the Money Motion startup committee has chosen 15 finalists from 12 countries. These startups will compete for top honors, including a cash prize pool of 10,000 EUR for the top three places. But that's not all – the winners will also receive a fast track to Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub program, offering up to $150,000 in free Azure credits, technical support, mentorship, and co-selling opportunities. On top of that, there's the prestigious Talk the Walk: Infobip Award, offering $20,000, $15,000, and $10,000 in Infobip's products and services. The competition, set for Thursday, the first day of the...

Buying mobile top-ups through the m-banking application, implementing generative AI solutions to prevent significantly more card attacks, the resurgence of Bitcoin and breaking its own value records, and even a dating application that connects people based on their credit score are just some of the news that marked the first three months of the FinTech world this year. However, the industry faces numerous challenges. At the beginning of next year, the new DORA regulation - the regulation on operational resilience for the financial sector - comes into force to set even higher standards of security for digital solutions in the face of cyber risks. Towards the end of last year, the preparatory phase for the implementation of the digital euro began,...

Generation Z has already begun dictating services and products among financial institutions. A wave of new users with high standards regarding digital channels and communication, the simplicity of technological solutions, and connectivity with their lifestyle expects traditional institutions to adapt to new trends and needs. They will loudly close the doors to those who do not accept this. They want everything to be available in one place - on their mobile phones, with transactions being fast and the experience intuitive. They don't want to commit to the services of one provider without testing them, let alone commit to packages that do not meet their set of needs and desires. In a market that is more diversified than ever and surrounded by...

In the last decade, the introduction and popularity of mobile banking have decreased the number of branches by 38% and the number of bank employees by 32%. This statistic has been highlighted by Maurice Lisi, Head of Digital Business at BPER Banca Italy, and serves as a great example of how the banking industry is swiftly changing. There is no better expert to discuss how AI will transform the industry. With almost 20 years of experience in financial services, Lisi is a specialist in digital transformation. So, we sat down to talk to him about important FinTech issues and his upcoming MoMo talk. 1. Last year our audience had a chance to hear an important message from you, namely that as the...

It's hard to imagine that less than 50 years ago, we were literally swiping credit cards, and it's even harder to believe that just a few clicks now separate us from a cash loan. Technological leaps have completely revolutionized many aspects of our daily routines. However, while the process of digitalization has been relatively natural in other industries, in banking, due to strict regulations and security limitations, every move has been keenly felt. At last year's Money Motion conference, we witnessed the first serious showdown among representatives of leading banks. The conclusion, everyone agreed, was that competition with new technological solutions in the market only encourages raising the quality in the market, and that ultimately all major players will be prompted...

It is estimated that more than 26 thousand startups worldwide are currently conceptualizing, developing, and scaling financial and technological solutions. And that number will only continue to grow along with user appetite for faster and more cost-effective solutions. Already today, we are witnessing an easier way to transfer funds and make payments when everything is available at a click. This is a crucial moment in the industry's history when the strategic choices of companies in the market regarding investment and experimentation with new technological solutions for increasingly demanding user expectations will be decisive. The impact of younger consumers, such as Generation Z members who will soon dominate the market, is particularly pronounced. From the Nexi Group, a leading technology company for...

In her keynote, Anna will delve into the forefront of payment technologies. She will guide you through emerging technologies, including recent developments in AI and explain how they can be effectively integrated into payment solutions and platforms.

She will share her insights into the ways payment transactions can be redefined and reengineered. She will provide examples of how payment processes and flows can be streamlined through open banking, a2a payments as well as payment orchestration. Learn how these technology advancements are not only reshaping payment transactions but also enhancing the overall customer experience. In her session, Anna will also explore the evolving role of embedded payments and their transformative effect on the merchant payment value chain.


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The discussion will focus on the impending digital and cashless transformation of the payments industry, driven by market participants including merchants, customers, banks/financial institutions, and payment networks. Key areas of exploration will include advancements in instant payments, the influence of the European Payment Initiative, and the future landscape of payment facilitation and acceptance.

Additionally, in this panel we will explore the impact of emerging technological trends such as SoftPOS adoption, regulatory frameworks like PSD3 and the Digital Euro, evolving business models like BNPL services, the diminishing use of cash, and discussions on cross-border payments and cryptocurrency integration, all of which are shaping the evolving nature of payment systems within Europe.


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At Mastercard, we strive to connect and power an inclusive digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere. For almost 60 years, leveraging our global innovations capability, we work to digitize payment services across all channels and devices. Delivering payment value where speed, security and convenience matter most, and digital solutions solving consumers’, small and large businesses’ needs. Building trust in a digital world and embedding our social impact initiatives and ESG commitments into our core. Connecting everyone to priceless possibilities.


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What changes has open banking brought so far? What difference has it made and how? Who are the main drivers and players? Can open banking replace cards and what will it take? We will explore some of the open banking models around the world, use cases, lessons learned and what will the transition to open finance entail.


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The panel will cover the financial landscape's evolution from open banking to open finance. It addresses the development, challenges, and forward trajectory of alternative business models. The session will dive into impactful use cases while examining the implications of the latest EU regulations, lessons learned from existing regulations and anticipates changes with PSD3.


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In an increasingly digitised world, an elevated level of sophistication and personalization is expected from the banks when approaching the customers. To meet such expectations, not only a thorough knowledge and understanding of the customers' needs, but also an attentive customer-centric relation is needed. The banks should be able to know when, how and what to offer to their customer, taking into account their financial profile, as well as contemplating a well-thought engagement and communication strategy.


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In this panel, we will discuss the importance of data in today’s AI world.  First, we will cover what ChatGPT brings to banking and AI, demystifying whether it is a myth or a reality and how that fits enterprise users. Current generative AI offerings mainly focus on general models, but what about specialists’ models and their future?


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The panel will delve into the intricacies of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), the pioneering European framework that came into effect on January 16, 2023. By 17 January 2025, over 22,000 financial entities and ICT Service providers across the EU are expected to achieve compliance with this regulation. This, among other important activities, implies that millions of contracts within the EU will require renegotiation, placing a critical emphasis on fulfilling value chain requirements.

The panelists will try to unravel the essence of DORA by addressing key questions: What are the key requirements of DORA? How can financial institutions navigate their most pressing challenges, and why must organizations of varying sizes adopt distinct strategies? Is the talent pool of IT Risk managers adequate, and how will cyber teams be impacted? And most importantly, can we make it on time or are we already behind schedule in our preparations?


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Experience the Battle of the Decade firsthand! 

Hrvoje Cosic, the CEO of Aircash, is set to go head-to-head with the heavyweight champion Andrius Biceika, a distinguished board member at Revolut. This epic showdown will delve into numerous sensitive and even a few embarrassing topics :) such as the role of neobanks in Croatia and the broader region. Join us as we explore their respective exit strategies, identify fintech champions and contenders, and uncover their perspectives on various subjects like gambling, digital euro, and Apple Pay.


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The panel discussion explores Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), covering its definition, motives, and future implications such as its coexistence with current and future versions of digital money (deposit money, stablecoins etc). It addresses implementation challenges, competitive ecosystem building, CBDC as a public good, anonymity concerns, public authorities' roles, and the European Commission's digital euro proposal.


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Why would anybody use stablecoins? Except for trading of cryptocurrencies, ofcourse. What problems do we have with the current financial system that stablecoins solve? And, are they really so dangerous that central bank digital currencies were created just to stop stablecoins from taking over the world? Nadiem and Nikola deeply believe that stablecoins will have a pivotal role in shaping the future of money, come hear them chat about that.


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We will discuss the evolving landscape of financial technology, highlighting both challenges and opportunities for the next decade. Sigal, with his extensive background in FinTech and venture capital, will share insights on recent trends such as the impact of rising interest rates on funding, the stabilization of FinTech exits, and the promising outlook for FinTech IPOs. The presentation will also look into emerging disruptive technologies and the importance of understanding investor motivations for startups navigating the FinTech space.


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The panel will explore critical issues such as regulatory hurdles, market fragmentation, and funding challenges. It will look into the need for collaborative efforts between startups, investors, and other ecosystem stakeholders to foster a conducive environment as well as supportive policies to nurture the FinTech ecosystem.


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The talk will delve into the hurdles startups face, the support provided by European public sector institutions, and effective strategies for securing public sector grants. It will outline the availability of grants and other forms of support from the European Innovation Council (EIC) for startups and scaleups. Additionally, the talk will highlight success stories of Croatian startups that have leveraged grants to develop and scale their innovative products and services, offering valuable insights and guidance for emerging fintech enterprises in Europe.


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