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Level Up Your Payments Game: Must-Attend Events in 2024

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The payments industry pulsates with constant innovation. Crypto
rockets skyward, then plummet like Icarus… Fraudsters morph tactics faster
than chameleons… Staying ahead of the curve demands continuous exploration and
engagement.

This year’s event calendar offers a treasure trove of
opportunities to forge connections with industry leaders, unearth emerging
trends, and acquire valuable knowledge that will propel your business forward.

The Deep Dives:

Paris Blockchain Week (April 9-11, Paris,
France)

For those intrigued by the potential of blockchain
technology to revolutionize payments, Paris Blockchain Week is a
pilgrimage. Explore how blockchain can
streamline cross-border transactions, enhance security, and create new
opportunities for financial inclusion.

Learn from leading developers, innovators, and financial
institutions who are actively building on this transformative technology.

FMAS:24 (May 20-22, Sandton City, South Africa)

Forget sun-drenched beaches and safari adventures – for
those with their eyes on the financial frontier, Johannesburg beckons. FMAS:24
isn’t your typical summit
. Here, the pulse of Africa’s financial
future beats loud, encompassing the dynamic world of online trading, fintech,
crypto, digital assets, and payments.

This three-day odyssey in the heart of Sandton Convention
Centre caters to both aspiring individual traders and established businesses.
Aspiring financial mavens can forge connections with industry veterans, glean
insights from seasoned brokers, and learn from esteemed educators. Meanwhile, businesses within the financial
services sector can leverage FMAS:24 as a springboard for forging strategic
regional partnerships and exploring the cutting edge of technological
advancements, innovative payment solutions, and liquidity opportunities.

FMAS:24 promises an enriching adventure and a front-row
seat to witness the latest advancements and burgeoning opportunities reshaping
the African financial sector.

Regional Focus: A World of Payments

Money20/20 Series (Multiple Locations)

The world of payments is a vibrant tapestry, woven with
threads of regional trends and regulations and unlike a monolithic entity, it
pulsates with a unique rhythm in each corner of the globe. In that regard, Money20/20
offers a passport to navigate these complexities, presenting a series of events
across continents that cater to the specific nuances of each region.

Money20/20 Asia (April 23-25, Bangkok,
Thailand)

Shift
your gaze eastward to Asia
, a continent witnessing an explosion in
e-commerce and mobile payments. This pan-Asian gathering serves as a glittering
gala, celebrating the region’s brightest stars and the relentless innovation
that defines its financial technology industry. It brings together a stellar
cast of industry leaders, renowned speakers, and visionaries shaping the future
of fintech. Engage in thought-provoking
discussions, glean invaluable insights from powerhouse presentations, and allow
yourself to be inspired by the collective brilliance on display.

Money20/20 Europe (June 4-6,
Amsterdam, The Netherlands)

Set your sights on Europe, where the Open
Banking industry is blossoming. Money20/20
Europe
serves as your gateway to explore the transformative
potential of this technology. This year’s edition ushers in a theme that
pulsates with the zeitgeist: Human X Machine. Here, the focus isn’t just on
payments, but on the transformative power of collaboration between humans and
our machine counterparts.

Money20/20 USA (October 27-30,
Las Vegas, United States of America)

Finally, you might want to turn your
compass westward towards Money20/20 USA. This behemoth of an event isn’t
just a conference, rather it’s a microcosm of the entire global money
ecosystem. Here, under one roof, you’ll find a vibrant tapestry woven from the
threads of banks, payments providers, tech giants, audacious startups,
established retailers, cutting-edge fintech firms, visionary financial service
leaders, and policymakers shaping the future of finance.

Transact by ETA (April 17-19, Las Vegas, USA):

For a deep dive into the US payments ecosystem, Transact by ETA is
the place to be. Organized by the Electronic Transactions Association, the
leading payments technology group in the US, it serves as a grand convening
place. Here, industry titans – card networks, processors, merchants, and
leading financial institutions – converge to showcase cutting-edge solutions,
discuss the latest trends, and forge strategic partnerships.

Transact by ETA doesn’t shy away from complexity. This
event delves into the entire spectrum of the US payments ecosystem, leaving no
stone unturned. Expect in-depth
discussions on the evolving role of card networks and processors, the
challenges and opportunities faced by merchants, and the innovative solutions
being developed by financial institutions.

PayExpo Series (Multiple Locations):

B2B payments often operate in a silo, with their own set of
challenges and opportunities. The PayExpo Series
focuses on this specific niche within the payments industry. Network with key
players and industry leaders and discover best practices for optimizing your
B2B payment solutions. Explore emerging technologies like blockchain that have
the potential to revolutionize the way businesses transact with each other.

Global Innovation Hubs: Where the Future Takes
Flight

Web Summit Lisbon (November 11-14, Lisbon):

Politico hails it as the “world’s premier tech
conference,” while The Atlantic proclaims it as the “where the future
goes to be born.” Web Summit Lisbon
is the grand conclave of tech
innovation
.

This mega-event offers a comprehensive overview of the
industry while fostering a thought-provoking environment dedicated to a
fundamental question: Where to next? As
such, this powerful platform ignites discussions that propel the tech industry
– and by extension, the world – forward.

Web Summit boasts a speaker list that reads like a who’s
who of tech royalty, innovation pioneers, and cultural icons. As such, Web
Summit transcends the realm of conferences; it’s an investment in your future.

FMLS:24 (November 18-20, London, UK)

Forget lukewarm networking and stale presentations. At FMLS,
innovation crackles in the air as established giants and audacious startups
collide, sparking a financial revolution.

With over 3,500 visionaries converging, fintech leaders
huddle with crypto pioneers; institutional brokerage titans strategize
alongside tier-one bank decision-makers. This isn’t simply just about
exchanging business cards, rather it’s about forging connections that will
reshape the financial ecosystem.

While renowned speakers – the architects of the financial
transformation – share their insights and battle-tested strategies, the true
power of FMLS:24 unfolds beyond the stage. Explore an exhibition hall teeming
with leading exhibitors showcasing the most innovative technologies and
solutions transforming the financial services industry. Here, you don’t just
witness the future, you become an active participant in shaping it.

So, join the conversation, ignite your innovation engine,
and become an active participant in shaping the next chapter of finance.

The 2024 Payments Events List:

  • Paris Blockchain Week, April
    9-11, Paris
  • Web
    Summit Rio, April 15-18, Rio de Janeiro – Brazil
  • MRC
    Barcelona, April 22-24, Barcelona – Spain
  • Money 20/20 Asia, April 23-25,
    Bangkok
  • Seamless Middle East, May
    14-15, Dubai
  • Wiki Finance Expo Hong Kong
    2024, May 17, Hong Kong – China
  • FMAS:24, May 20-22, Sandton
    City – SA
  • Money20/20 Europe, June 4-6,
    Amsterdam
  • ENBANTEC, June 4, Istanbul
  • Fintech Week London, June
    10-14, London
  • Open Banking Expo Canada 2024,
    June 11, Toronto
  • Global Payments Summit, June
    12-14, Kuala Lumpur
  • FMPS:24, August 27-29, Sydney
  • SIBOS, September 21-24,
    Beijing
  • Money20/20 USA, October 27-30,
    Las Vegas
  • Web Summit Lisbon, November
    11-14, Lisbon
  • EBINTEC Banking Innovation
    Conference, November 12, Istanbul
  • FMLS:24, November 18-20,
    London
  • NextGen Payments & RegTech
    Forum, December 10-11, Austin, TX

Spark the Conversation

This curated list is just a starting point – with so many
events, there’s something for everyone.

Don’t miss the chance to network, learn, get inspired at
these key industry events, and remember: sometimes the most valuable takeaways
often come from the unexpected connections and insights you gain.

So, mark your calendars, pack your business cards, and get
ready to level up your payments game in 2024
!

The payments industry pulsates with constant innovation. Crypto
rockets skyward, then plummet like Icarus… Fraudsters morph tactics faster
than chameleons… Staying ahead of the curve demands continuous exploration and
engagement.

This year’s event calendar offers a treasure trove of
opportunities to forge connections with industry leaders, unearth emerging
trends, and acquire valuable knowledge that will propel your business forward.

The Deep Dives:

Paris Blockchain Week (April 9-11, Paris,
France)

For those intrigued by the potential of blockchain
technology to revolutionize payments, Paris Blockchain Week is a
pilgrimage. Explore how blockchain can
streamline cross-border transactions, enhance security, and create new
opportunities for financial inclusion.

Learn from leading developers, innovators, and financial
institutions who are actively building on this transformative technology.

FMAS:24 (May 20-22, Sandton City, South Africa)

Forget sun-drenched beaches and safari adventures – for
those with their eyes on the financial frontier, Johannesburg beckons. FMAS:24
isn’t your typical summit
. Here, the pulse of Africa’s financial
future beats loud, encompassing the dynamic world of online trading, fintech,
crypto, digital assets, and payments.

This three-day odyssey in the heart of Sandton Convention
Centre caters to both aspiring individual traders and established businesses.
Aspiring financial mavens can forge connections with industry veterans, glean
insights from seasoned brokers, and learn from esteemed educators. Meanwhile, businesses within the financial
services sector can leverage FMAS:24 as a springboard for forging strategic
regional partnerships and exploring the cutting edge of technological
advancements, innovative payment solutions, and liquidity opportunities.

FMAS:24 promises an enriching adventure and a front-row
seat to witness the latest advancements and burgeoning opportunities reshaping
the African financial sector.

Regional Focus: A World of Payments

Money20/20 Series (Multiple Locations)

The world of payments is a vibrant tapestry, woven with
threads of regional trends and regulations and unlike a monolithic entity, it
pulsates with a unique rhythm in each corner of the globe. In that regard, Money20/20
offers a passport to navigate these complexities, presenting a series of events
across continents that cater to the specific nuances of each region.

Money20/20 Asia (April 23-25, Bangkok,
Thailand)

Shift
your gaze eastward to Asia
, a continent witnessing an explosion in
e-commerce and mobile payments. This pan-Asian gathering serves as a glittering
gala, celebrating the region’s brightest stars and the relentless innovation
that defines its financial technology industry. It brings together a stellar
cast of industry leaders, renowned speakers, and visionaries shaping the future
of fintech. Engage in thought-provoking
discussions, glean invaluable insights from powerhouse presentations, and allow
yourself to be inspired by the collective brilliance on display.

Money20/20 Europe (June 4-6,
Amsterdam, The Netherlands)

Set your sights on Europe, where the Open
Banking industry is blossoming. Money20/20
Europe
serves as your gateway to explore the transformative
potential of this technology. This year’s edition ushers in a theme that
pulsates with the zeitgeist: Human X Machine. Here, the focus isn’t just on
payments, but on the transformative power of collaboration between humans and
our machine counterparts.

Money20/20 USA (October 27-30,
Las Vegas, United States of America)

Finally, you might want to turn your
compass westward towards Money20/20 USA. This behemoth of an event isn’t
just a conference, rather it’s a microcosm of the entire global money
ecosystem. Here, under one roof, you’ll find a vibrant tapestry woven from the
threads of banks, payments providers, tech giants, audacious startups,
established retailers, cutting-edge fintech firms, visionary financial service
leaders, and policymakers shaping the future of finance.

Transact by ETA (April 17-19, Las Vegas, USA):

For a deep dive into the US payments ecosystem, Transact by ETA is
the place to be. Organized by the Electronic Transactions Association, the
leading payments technology group in the US, it serves as a grand convening
place. Here, industry titans – card networks, processors, merchants, and
leading financial institutions – converge to showcase cutting-edge solutions,
discuss the latest trends, and forge strategic partnerships.

Transact by ETA doesn’t shy away from complexity. This
event delves into the entire spectrum of the US payments ecosystem, leaving no
stone unturned. Expect in-depth
discussions on the evolving role of card networks and processors, the
challenges and opportunities faced by merchants, and the innovative solutions
being developed by financial institutions.

PayExpo Series (Multiple Locations):

B2B payments often operate in a silo, with their own set of
challenges and opportunities. The PayExpo Series
focuses on this specific niche within the payments industry. Network with key
players and industry leaders and discover best practices for optimizing your
B2B payment solutions. Explore emerging technologies like blockchain that have
the potential to revolutionize the way businesses transact with each other.

Global Innovation Hubs: Where the Future Takes
Flight

Web Summit Lisbon (November 11-14, Lisbon):

Politico hails it as the “world’s premier tech
conference,” while The Atlantic proclaims it as the “where the future
goes to be born.” Web Summit Lisbon
is the grand conclave of tech
innovation
.

This mega-event offers a comprehensive overview of the
industry while fostering a thought-provoking environment dedicated to a
fundamental question: Where to next? As
such, this powerful platform ignites discussions that propel the tech industry
– and by extension, the world – forward.

Web Summit boasts a speaker list that reads like a who’s
who of tech royalty, innovation pioneers, and cultural icons. As such, Web
Summit transcends the realm of conferences; it’s an investment in your future.

FMLS:24 (November 18-20, London, UK)

Forget lukewarm networking and stale presentations. At FMLS,
innovation crackles in the air as established giants and audacious startups
collide, sparking a financial revolution.

With over 3,500 visionaries converging, fintech leaders
huddle with crypto pioneers; institutional brokerage titans strategize
alongside tier-one bank decision-makers. This isn’t simply just about
exchanging business cards, rather it’s about forging connections that will
reshape the financial ecosystem.

While renowned speakers – the architects of the financial
transformation – share their insights and battle-tested strategies, the true
power of FMLS:24 unfolds beyond the stage. Explore an exhibition hall teeming
with leading exhibitors showcasing the most innovative technologies and
solutions transforming the financial services industry. Here, you don’t just
witness the future, you become an active participant in shaping it.

So, join the conversation, ignite your innovation engine,
and become an active participant in shaping the next chapter of finance.

The 2024 Payments Events List:

  • Paris Blockchain Week, April
    9-11, Paris
  • Web
    Summit Rio, April 15-18, Rio de Janeiro – Brazil
  • MRC
    Barcelona, April 22-24, Barcelona – Spain
  • Money 20/20 Asia, April 23-25,
    Bangkok
  • Seamless Middle East, May
    14-15, Dubai
  • Wiki Finance Expo Hong Kong
    2024, May 17, Hong Kong – China
  • FMAS:24, May 20-22, Sandton
    City – SA
  • Money20/20 Europe, June 4-6,
    Amsterdam
  • ENBANTEC, June 4, Istanbul
  • Fintech Week London, June
    10-14, London
  • Open Banking Expo Canada 2024,
    June 11, Toronto
  • Global Payments Summit, June
    12-14, Kuala Lumpur
  • FMPS:24, August 27-29, Sydney
  • SIBOS, September 21-24,
    Beijing
  • Money20/20 USA, October 27-30,
    Las Vegas
  • Web Summit Lisbon, November
    11-14, Lisbon
  • EBINTEC Banking Innovation
    Conference, November 12, Istanbul
  • FMLS:24, November 18-20,
    London
  • NextGen Payments & RegTech
    Forum, December 10-11, Austin, TX

Spark the Conversation

This curated list is just a starting point – with so many
events, there’s something for everyone.

Don’t miss the chance to network, learn, get inspired at
these key industry events, and remember: sometimes the most valuable takeaways
often come from the unexpected connections and insights you gain.

So, mark your calendars, pack your business cards, and get
ready to level up your payments game in 2024
!

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