In this special episode of Fintech Chatter, host Dexter Cousins and guest Kristofer Rogers of Volt.io discuss the Singapore Fintech Festival 2024, highlighting its scale, the quality of discussions, and the global interest in fintech.

They explore themes of financial health, geopolitical impacts, interoperability, and the future of embedded finance emphasizing the need for collaboration in the fintech ecosystem.

In this conversation, Kristofer Rogers and Dexter discuss the evolving landscape of FinTech, focusing on the implications of disruption, the changing nature of leadership, and the critical importance of talent.

They explore the accessibility of industry leaders, the significance of community events, and Australia's position in the global FinTech arena.

The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities facing Australia, the need for a long-term vision, and an optimistic outlook for the future of FinTech, particularly in relation to trade finance and digital currency.

Takeaways

1. The Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 had 65,000 delegates.
2. Financial health is a more pressing issue than financial inclusion.
3. Interoperability is becoming more important than innovation in fintech.
4. Africa presents unique opportunities for fintech.
5. Collaboration among fintechs and banks is essential for success.
6. Embedded finance is maturing, but challenges remain.
7. The festival highlighted the importance of genuine business connections.
8. Talent is a critical focus area that is often overlooked in discussions.
9. Accessibility of industry leaders fosters networking and collaboration.
10. A long-term vision is necessary for Australia to establish its identity in FinTech.
11. Optimism exists for the future of FinTech in Australia, with potential growth opportunities.
12. Global trade and currency are poised for significant changes in the coming years.
13. The FinTech landscape is evolving, and businesses must adapt to stay relevant.

Chapters

00:00 Overview of the Singapore Fintech Festival
06:04 Global Perspectives on Fintech
12:01 Interoperability vs. Innovation in Fintech
18:00 Collaboration in the Fintech Ecosystem
27:46 The Implications of Disruption
33:21 Accessibility and Networking in FinTech
40:05 Challenges and Opportunities for Australia
45:55 Optimism for the Future of FinTech

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