Global Delegates Unite at UNCHAIN Fintech Festival
The UNCHAIN Fintech Festival, held on June 19-20 at the Fintech Fortress, recently concluded its two-day financial marathon. The event featured several notable highlights, including signing of the latest book by Chris Skinner, signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Romanian Fintech Association and the Polish Fintech Association, and the recognition of outstanding achievements in the industry.
For the past three years, Oradea (Nagyvárad, Romania) has emerged as the epicentre of financial services in Central and Eastern Europe, attracting over 500 delegates from around the globe each year. The two-day event features the hottest topics in finance, business networking, startup pitches, roundtables, interviews with key voices in the CEE, parties, and more. It brought together representatives from 6 central banks, over 170 commercial banks and financial institutions, more than 200 fintech and technology providers, and 80+ ecosystem players, academia, and media.
The festival provided a comprehensive platform for exploring cutting-edge developments in regulation, digital banking transformation, AI in finance, open banking, neobanking, payments 3.0, digital assets, insurtech, regtech, sustainability in finance, and many other pivotal topics. Over the course of two days, more than 70 esteemed speakers from around the globe shared their invaluable insights and expertise, contributing to a rich tapestry of knowledge and innovation.
One of the standout themes was payment innovation, which sparked engaging discussions and revealed groundbreaking advancements set to redefine the industry. The transformative role of AI in finance also took centre stage, with experts delving into how artificial intelligence is revolutionising financial services. Regulation was another critical topic, with sessions dedicated to understanding the evolving regulatory landscape and its implications for the fintech sector.
Renowned author and fintech expert Chris Skinner captivated attendees with a special keynote and an exclusive book signing session for his latest book, Intelligent Money. Skinner, known for his influential works on the future of banking and finance, engaged with festival participants, offering insights and autographed copies of his new book. This session provided a unique opportunity for fintech enthusiasts to interact with one of the industry’s leading thought leaders.
A significant milestone was achieved with the signing of an MOU between the Romanian Fintech Association and the Polish Fintech Association. This strategic partnership aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and joint initiatives between the fintech ecosystems of both countries. The agreement signifies a commitment to driving innovation and growth within the Central and Eastern European (CEE) fintech landscape.
Banca Comerciala Romana (BCR) was honoured with the prestigious CEE Digital Bank of the Year Award, presented by VISA. This nomination recognizes BCR’s exceptional digital transformation efforts, innovative banking solutions, and customer-centric approach. The bank’s commitment to leveraging technology to enhance the banking experience has set a benchmark for the industry.
PastPay emerged victorious, receiving the much sought-after Oscar of CEE Fintech. This award highlights the startup’s innovative solutions and its potential to make a significant impact in the fintech sector. The recognition provides a platform for emerging fintech companies to showcase their ideas and gain acknowledgment from industry leaders and investors.
Supported by various partners, the success of the event was made possible with the support of numerous sponsors, including Visa, Banca Comerciala Romana, Raiffeisen Bank Romania, Banca Transilvania, Forvis Mazars, Google Cloud, InfoCert, and many more.
In anticipation of next year’s event, the UNCHAIN Fintech Festival has announced the sale of blind bird tickets for the fourth edition at a 50% discount. This limited-time offer provides an excellent opportunity for early registrants to secure their participation at a reduced rate. Delegates can take advantage of this discount to ensure their place at the forefront of fintech innovation and networking.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the official website.
