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    • Day 1


    • 09:00  - 10:00
      Main Stage

    • 10:00  - 10:30
      The festival will kick off with an inspiring keynote speech that will shed light on the transformative power of fintech and set the stage for the exciting days ahead.
      Main Stage

    • 10:30  - 10:50
      to be announced
      Main Stage

    • 10:50  - 11:25
      Banking in CEE is an accelerated process to gain efficiency by technology. Are there best practices in the work with fintech providers and innovation providers? The panel will likely explore the challenges and opportunities presented by this transformation, and how banks can navigate these changes to remain competitive and relevant in the digital era. One area of focus may be on the development of digital banking platforms, which are designed to provide customers with greater access, convenience, and flexibility in their banking services.The panel may also examine the impact of collaboration between banks and fintech providers on the broader financial ecosystem. By working together, banks and fintech providers can bring new products and services to market, and improve financial inclusion and access to capital for underserved communities.
      Main Stage

    • 11:30  - 11:50
      Main Stage

    • 11:45  - 12:20
      Trends in EU regulation on fintech innovation. Differences of authorisation and supervision at a local level. One of the key challenges facing the fintech industry is striking a balance between innovation and regulation. While innovation is often associated with disruption and risk-taking, regulation aims to establish standards, mitigate risks, and protect consumers. Overall, the panel discussion on innovation and regulation in fintech will likely explore the challenges and opportunities presented by this intersection, and how regulatory bodies and fintech companies can work together to strike the right balance between innovation and regulation.
      Main Stage

    • 12:20  - 12:55
      Next to come regulatory frameworks - PSD3 & Open Finance.
      Main Stage

    • 12:30  - 13:10
      The panel discussion on education and fintech will likely explore the ways in which fintech is changing the education landscape, and how education can support the growth and development of the fintech industry. One area of focus may be on the development of fintech education and training programs, which are designed to provide students and professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the fintech industry. These programs may cover topics such as blockchain technology, digital payments, and robo-advisory services, among others.
      Content track Stage

    • 12:55  - 13:30
      The state of innovation ecosystem in the region. What is the current stage of Fintech development in the CEE region? Are Fintech innovations flourishing in Central and Eastern Europe?
      Main Stage

    • 13:30  - 14:05
      Main Stage

    • 14:05  - 14:40
      New payment rails and paths in CEE. The collaboration between incumbent companies and the new players in the ecosystem. How the future of payments will look like?
      Main Stage

    • 14:40  - 15:00
      to be announced
      Main Stage

    • 15:00  - 15:35
      The big bang of AI in the space of data on top of the already confirmed rise of the APIs, the cloud technologies. How will banks look like, in the move from the traditionaly a human intensive branch model to the new tech driven business models.
      Main Stage

    • 15:35  - 15:55
      to be announced
      Main Stage

    • 15:55  - 16:30
      The trends in regulation of the new wave of monetary means of exchanging value in our societies. How we can tackle the regulatory challenges in this area? The CBDCs and the use of blockchain technology in their implementation is an important topic in the financial industry. The panel discussion on CBDCs and blockchain is likely to explore the potential benefits and challenges associated with these developments. One area of focus may be on the potential benefits of CBDCs, including their potential to increase financial inclusion, reduce the cost and time associated with cross-border transactions, and enhance monetary policy implementation. CBDCs may also have the potential to improve the efficiency and resilience of payment systems and reduce the reliance on cash.
      Main Stage

    • 16:30  - 16:50
      Main Stage

    • 16:50  - 17:00
      Main Stage

    • Day 2


    • 09:00  - 10:00
      Hilton Corporate Breakfast
      Main Stage

    • 09:40  - 10:10
      What if the future of value exchange lies in digital assets? Can we imagine a world where ownership, transactions, and collaboration are seamlessly facilitated through blockchain-powered digital assets, revolutionizing traditional systems?
      Main Stage

    • 10:10  - 10:50
      National Fintech Associations and their role in supporting local fintech growth. Nurturing the ecosystems in fintech is an important topic, as it involves creating a supportive environment for the development and growth of the fintech industry. This panel will discuss the role of National Fintech Associations (NFAs) in supporting local fintech growth. The panelists will share insights on how NFAs are supporting fintech startups in their respective regions through advocacy, networking, education, and research. They will also discuss the challenges faced by NFAs and their impact on the growth of the fintech ecosystem. Overall, the panel aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the role of NFAs in supporting local fintech growth and highlight the importance of collaboration and partnerships in creating a supportive ecosystem for fintech startups.
      Main Stage

    • 10:50  - 11:20
      Main Stage

    • 11:20  - 12:00
      Money is around. How are VCs from CEE searching for innovation to invest in? One area of focus may be on VC funding, which is a common source of capital for early-stage fintech startups. The panel may discuss the importance of VC funding in helping startups get off the ground, and the various factors that VC firms consider when evaluating fintech companies for investment.
      Main Stage

    • 12:00  - 13:00
      After the 1st day pitching 5 startups will be selected in the finals and will picth on the event main stage. Best startup will be selected for the grand prize.
      Main Stage
      Startups Stage

    • 13:00  - 13:05
      Main Stage



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