Money 20/20, the world’s largest fintech events series, has chosen Singapore as its host. It will be the first time the event has been held in the APAC region.
The organisers of the inaugural Money20/20 Asia chose the Lion City over other hubs citing the government’s innovative approach to fintech regulation and global partnerships as well as Singapore’s ranking as one of the top 5 fintech Hubs in the world.
At a press conference Philip Thomas, CEO, Ascential Events, outlined why Singapore had been selected for the first ever Money20/20 event in the APAC region.
«With a thriving fintech ecosystem and the infrastructure needed to enable us to deliver a world class event, Singapore is the perfect location for Money20/20 Asia to welcome over 3,000 senior leaders in Payments and Financial services from across APAC and the world in March 2018,» commented Thomas.
Local Regulator Supports
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Singapore’s central bank and financial regulator, is supportive of the event.
«As a fintech thought leader, we are happy to have Money20/20, a premier event, inaugurate its Asia edition in Singapore. Money20/20 Asia will add to the vibrancy of our FinTech ecosystem in Singapore and the region,» said Sopnendu Mohanty, Chief Fintech Officer, MAS.
Money20/20 Asia already has industry support from over 50 global launch partners and sponsors such as Feedzai, Lianlian Pay, Verifone and UL, together with numerous keynote fintech leaders as speakers.
The inaugural Money20/20 Asia will take place in Singapore at The Marina Bay Sands from 13th – 15thMarch 2018.
