Bringing together the hearts and minds of the world’s most influential thinkers to shape the economic future for our children and grandchildren.

Australia is at a crossroads. We’re confronting some of the toughest financial challenges in our history—record household debt, rising living costs, deepening inequality, and a financial literacy gap that’s leaving too many people behind. At WeMoney, we believe we can change this narrative. The Summit unites leaders and problem-solvers eager to reimagine what financial wellbeing looks like for every Australian and for generations to come.

Key Details:

📅 Date: Monday 3 November 2025

📍 Venue: Domain Theatre, Naala Nura Building, Art Gallery of New South Wales

🥂 Networking: Post-event reception at The Terrace at the Domain

FinTech Australia Members get 20% Off. Use code: FINTECHAUSTRALIA20

AML regulation is changing. Fast.

With new reforms landing in 2026, businesses that still rely on static, point-in-time KYC checks risk falling behind. Regulators now expect continuous compliance.

So what does that mean for your compliance team? 🧐

On October 30, join leading experts who will share:
▶️ The most important AML/CTF updates, explained simply
▶️ Why leading firms are shifting to continuous monitoring
▶️ Practical steps to build resilience and avoid missteps

Speakers:
🎙️ Jeremy Moller (Senior Advisor, Risk Advisory - Norton Rose Fulbright)
🎙️ Celeste De Highden, GAICD (Operational Resilience &
Financial Crime Lead - HESTA)
🎙️ Ronald Daliya CAMS (Director, Financial Crime - Intelleqt Consulting)
🎙️ Patrick Lynch (Senior Account Director - FrankieOne)

Webinar details:
📅 Thursday, 30 October | 11AM–12PM AEDT

Fintech Lab 2026 is designed to fast-track ambitious startup founders, connect you with industry partners and help you achieve a year’s worth of progress in just three months. Fintech Lab 2026 exists to back founders working on any kind of opportunity in the Fintech sector. As Australisia's leading fintech startup programme, you’ll access the connections, expertise and AI-powered tools you need to accelerate your venture and prepare for scale.

Expect intensity and impact. Alongside you will be a cohort of fintech founders who’ll challenge, support and champion you – forming a community you’ll draw on for years to come.
Applications are now open to international startups. Join us in New Zealand to shape the next wave of fintech innovation.

On behalf of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, you are invited to join the event “​Southeast Asia’s booming digital economy: Unlocking opportunities for Australian business​” for a discussion exploring the growing opportunities for Australian businesses in Southeast Asia’s rapidly expanding digital economy.

With over 650 million people and a rapidly growing middle class, Southeast Asia is leading the global digital transformation. Urbanisation and widespread internet access is fuelling demand for new digital services. The region’s digital economy is forecast to reach AUD $1.5 trillion by 2030 and is continuing its strong growth trajectory.

This session will highlight priority sectors where Australian businesses can play a significant role, including fintech and digital financial services, e-commerce and logistics, and advanced data centre infrastructure. The discussion will also address the policy landscape, digital trade agreements, and regional efforts that facilitate cross-border commerce and collaboration.

Explore trade and investment opportunities and how Australian businesses can be part of Southeast Asia’s digital transformation.

Guest Speakers

• Paul O’Sullivan, Australia’s Business Champion for Singapore and Chairman, Independent Non-Executive Director, ANZ

• Craig Scroggie, CEO and Managing Director, NEXTDC

• Janet Salem, Co-Founder, FootprintLab

• Kate Willcox, Assistant Secretary - Digital Trade Services and Mobility Branch, DFAT

• Catherine Mudford, Acting CEO, Asialink Business

Additional speakers to be announced soon.

Event Details​​​​​​​

Date: Wednesday 29 October 2025

Time: Arrival and registration from 12.15pm – 12.30pm. Seated lunch event begins at 12.30pm. Event concludes at 2.00pm.

Venue: ANZ Sydney - Level 16, 242 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000

FinTech Australia is excited to partner with Growth Faculty to bring you exclusive access to a live virtual masterclass with global sensation Steven Bartlett, on  Redefining Leadership, Innovation & Future of Business on October 29, 2025.  

As host of the global podcast phenomenon "The Diary of a CEO" (surpassing 1 billion streams) and the youngest ever Dragon investor on BBC's Dragon's Den, Steven Bartlett has built an extraordinary reputation for spotting opportunities others miss.

From founding Social Chain and Flight Group to investing in high-growth ventures like SpaceX, Huel, and Zoe through his Flight Fund, Steven brings practical insights from the frontlines of business innovation.

In a 90-minute live virtual session, the bestselling author and self-made entrepreneur will inspire and educate leaders and teams on the right mindset for thriving while navigating uncertainty, taking risks, and driving meaningful impact.

With his signature energy and raw storytelling, Steven will take participants through his journey from humble beginnings to founding multi-million-dollar companies before the age of 30.

You’ll learn to:

• Identify tomorrow's high-growth opportunities  

• Be inspired to think bigger and act bolder in leadership and innovation

• Make a meaningful impact even as the world rapidly changes

• Develop a mindset for resilience and creativity when facing uncertainty

Take advantage of this rare are opportunity to interact with this young, visionary entrepreneur making a global impact. 

Special Rates for FinTech Australia Community

• Get $100 off Tickets — $145 per person; Full Price: $245

The CDR Symposium is a half-day event designed for B2B Fintech Product Managers and Strategists seeking clarity and practical guidance on how Consumer Data Right (CDR) fits in their roadmap. Hosted by SISS Data Systems, this event offers practical guidance from experts and focused use cases so participants can plan and execute confidently.

Hear from leading voices like Jamie K Leach (Open Data Strategist, Raidiam), Lara Thompson (Head of Partnerships APAC, Intuit) and Daniel Knight (Partner, K&L Gates), along with other leaders in open banking. 

In just one morning, you will:

• Gain clarity on CDR and its urgent relevance

• Compare access models (ADR, Representative, Sponsor, BCDC & more)

• Understand how each model impacts compliance, liability, UX and data quality

• Learn from open banking pioneers with real implementation experience

• Leave with practical takeaways you can apply right away

The program includes panel discussions, opportunities to engage with trusted advisers, and practical sessions focused on implementation. 

Hilton Sydney, 488 George Street, Wednesday 29 October 2025, 8:00 am–2:00 pm.

FinTech Australia members: $199 (Use Code: FINTECHCDR2025); Full price: $299.

Limited tickets - secure your spot now.

The Startup Network is hosting its signature Pitch Night competition, this time focusing on Fintech startups!

Apply Here for Fintech Pitch Night

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating startups making a difference at our 2025 Fintech Pitch Night at Cremorne Digital Hub.

What to Expect on the Night:

The Fintech Pitch Night offers a unique opportunity to connect with a community of changemakers. Guests will:

• Network with an ever-growing community of investors, founders, service providers, and startup operators.

• Support four incredible early-stage founders as they pitch their Fintech solutions to global challenges.

• Vote for their favorite pitch of the night.

Real-time payouts have been a proven winner across industries as a driver of great customer and stakeholder experience.

From real-time payments to vets, quick consumer refunds, investment and wagering payouts, as well as insurance claims, real-time payouts have quietly been a deliverer of massive impact in the real-time payments space for years now with good reason.

Join us to find out why this elegant, versatile solution is such a driver of innovation and customer satisfaction at our virtual fireside chat hosted by Zepto's Kim Yan, and featuring Refundid’s Joel Aaron, Fetch’s Phil Wilson-Brown and Zepto’s Ian Lennie.

SelectUSA and the Alabama Department of Commerce invite you to a special briefing on the benefits of setting up a North American office in Alabama.

Learn about the state’s strengths in agribusiness, defense, advanced manufacturing, biosciences, energy and tech — plus available investor incentives. Hear from experts at the Alabama Industrial Development Training (AIDT) Institute about world-class workforce programs.

Event Details:
Thursday, October 23, 2025
Tank Stream Labs, Level 5, 440 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Light refreshments provided.

Empower Your Mind, Define Your Future: Inspired by Leaders, Think Beyond Borders

EzyRemit is proud to host “Empower Your Mind, Define Your Future”, featuring distinguished leaders of Asian heritage as guest speakers.

This is a free, non-profit event, part of EzyRemit and partners’ community initiatives, designed to nurture the next generation of Vietnamese youth and the broader Asian community, inspiring them to pursue their dreams of becoming future leaders.

(Students and young attendees are carefully selected to ensure the audience fits the event’s framework.)

Date: 11 October 2025 | Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Venue: Battersea Park, Abbotsford, NSW

This special event offers students, parents, and young professionals the chance to:

• Hear inspiring stories and practical insights from top leaders

• Gain fresh perspectives and think beyond borders

• Network, engage, and learn in a friendly, interactive setting

Stone & Chalk’s Ecosystem Mixer: Financial Innovation
Sponsored by FastStables & Emanda Ventures

Stone & Chalk are excited to bring you a special edition of our Ecosystem Mixer, proudly supported by FastStables & Emanda Ventures.

This evening is all about connections & conversations that matter. We’re bringing together founders, investors, mentors, & professionals to explore how businesses can better manage, grow, & future-proof their cashflow.

💡 Expect short insights from our partners, plenty of networking, & an open exchange of ideas around what’s shaping the way money moves for businesses today.

*50% discount applied at checkout

About the Global Regulatory Summit

Welcome to the Global Digital Asset Regulatory Summit 2025, the premier international online event focused on the ever-evolving landscape of digital asset regulation. This summit gathers top-tier thought leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators from across the globe to delve into the critical issues and opportunities facing the digital asset sector today.

As digital assets continue to reshape the global financial ecosystem and cement their role in the global digital economy, understanding and navigating regulatory frameworks has never been more crucial. This summit is designed to provide attendees with cutting-edge insights and a comprehensive understanding of regulatory environments in various jurisdictions.

Why Attend?

• Global Insights: Hear from leading experts around the world, offering diverse perspectives on digital asset regulation.

• Innovative Solutions: Explore best practices and innovative solutions to the complexities of compliance, security, and governance in the digital asset space.

• In-Depth Learning: Engage with informative presentations that deepen your understanding of current regulatory landscapes and future trends.

• Comparative Analysis: Benefit from detailed analyses that allow you to compare and contrast regulatory approaches and emerging trends worldwide.

Join Stripe Tour Sydney 2025, a one-day annual conference happening on Thursday, 11 September.

Stripe Tour gathers industry leaders to explore the future of commerce, focusing on the trends that will shape payments and global trade in the next decade. Attendees will hear from speakers, including Rowena Westphalen, senior vice president of innovation, AI, and customer advisory at Salesforce, and Caroline Bowler, CEO of BTC Markets. Breakout sessions will delve into future revenue models, new applications of AI, and strategies for enhancing customer experience. Don't miss the opportunity to network with peers and gain insights from Stripe product experts who can help your business drive customer value and adapt to evolving market demands.

The Smart50 Awards, hosted by SmartCompany, celebrate Australia's most dynamic small and medium businesses. Now in its 16th year, the program recognises the 50 fastest-growing SMEs nationwide and honours standout achievements across categories like innovation, sustainability, marketing, and community impact. Winners gain national exposure, industry credibility, and join a network of past honourees including Atlassian, July, and Adore Beauty. Entries for the 2025 awards close on September 5, with the celebration taking place in Melbourne on November 13. For more information or to submit your entry, click the button below!

Join us for an afternoon of networking and connection at The Precinct in Fortitude Valley, proudly hosted by Fintech QLD and Fintech Australia. Taking place just before the mid-week Something Fest 2025 festival drinks at The Jubilee, this event is the perfect opportunity to meet others in the fintech community, spark fresh ideas, and build meaningful connections.

Whether you're a founder, investor, industry leader or simply curious about the future of financial innovation, this is your chance to plug into the ecosystem before the big week continues.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 27th August

📍Location: The Precinct, Fortitude Valley

🎤 Speaker details coming soon

Plus, if you're planning to attend the mid-week drinks, why not make the most of the day and join us at Something Tech on 28–29 August? It’s where tech, innovation, and business collide—don’t miss your chance to be part of Queensland’s fastest-growing tech event. Find out more at Something Tech - Australia's Largest Showcase of Emerging Technology

Let’s connect, collaborate, and help shape the future of fintech together.

The 2nd IDBS 2025 will be held on:

Date: Monday, August 18th, 2025

Time: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Jakarta time)

Venue: Raffles Hotel Jakarta – Dian Ballroom A & B (11th Floor)

Language: Bilingual (English & Bahasa Indonesia)

This year’s theme is: “Securing Economic Growth: Trusted Digital Finance as an Enabler of an Inclusive Economy.” The summit will bring together 200+ high-level participants from across the ecosystem, including regulators, digital banks, fintech associations, and technology enablers. Key discussions will focus on topics such as digital banking strategy, cross-border collaboration, AI and cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, consumer protection, and more.

Join us in co-creating next-generation solutions that can safeguard the financial system in an increasingly digital world.

We are looking for companies with creative ideas and new solutions dedicated to helping financial services companies strengthen their operational resilience and future proof against evolving threats. 

You will get the opportunity to work with a wide variety of financial services and technology industry partners, providing a unique insight into the challenges faced in ensuring the resilience of operational and digital infrastructure. 

Working collectively, key challenges and opportunities for proposition and product development have been identified that will help our Financial Services partners strengthen their systems and controls, adhere to evolving regulatory requirements, and provide a more resilient financial market. 

Applications are open to companies at all stages of development, that can help tackle these challenges. 

A number of Grant Awards of up to £50,000 will be available to selected Innovation Call winners to develop your propositions.

🚀 Be a part of a milestone in TechDiversity! 🌍✨

The TechDiversity Awards celebrate the innovators, leaders, and organisations driving meaningful change in the tech industry. This is your chance to get involved and support a more inclusive future!

💡 Discover the inspiring stories, groundbreaking initiatives, and incredible impact being recognised this year.

New rules, new risks: Navigating stablecoin compliance in APAC

How are APAC regulators and industry players shaping the future of stablecoin payments, and what does that mean for your compliance framework? This session decodes key regulatory updates and outlines how teams can detect illicit activity, manage exposure, and stay audit-ready.

For today’s fast-growing fintechs, global expansion isn’t just about revenue, it’s about operational readiness. As companies scale, CFOs face increasing pressure to deliver investor-grade financial operations: clean audits, faster closes, global compliance, and real-time visibility across entities and currencies.

In this joint session, leaders from Zone & Co, NetSuite, and the Five V Capital will share real-world insights on how high-growth fintechs are building the operational infrastructure investors demand. We’ll explore how CFOs are evolving their roles, where ERP and automation make the biggest impact, and how strong financial operations influence funding, valuation, and long-term scalability.

Whether you're preparing for global expansion or raising your next round, this session will show how future-ready finance leaders build systems that scale — and attract capital.

Discover what it takes to run a business today.

From the pressure to perform to the quiet moments of doubt—let’s talk about the mental game of business ownership.

Running a business is a bold move—but it can also be incredibly tough. Stress, isolation, financial strain, and burnout don’t often make it into the headlines, but they’re real, and they’re common. This webinar is about unpacking those realities, openly and honestly.

Whether you're supporting clients as a broker or running your own business, understanding the wellness mindset isn't a nice-to-have—it's essential for long-term success

Save the date for the 3rd edition of CDR Summit!

17 July 2025 at the Hilton Hotel, Sydney.

Ticket registrations will open soon. Stay updated through our newsletter!

Women in Open Banking ANZ invites you to our 2025 flagship event in Sydney, proudly hosted by Baker McKenzie, in partnership with Mastercard and co-created with Open Finance ANZ.

As we mark the 5th anniversary of Open Banking in Australia, this year’s theme looks to the future: “What is our vision for the Consumer Data Right in 2030?”

Join us for an evening of connection, insight and inspiration, featuring an expert panel discussion and networking reception. Moderated by Jennifer Harrison, Co-founder of Open Finance ANZ, the panel will spotlight trailblazing women across policy, product, and innovation — and explore what it will take to build an inclusive, empowered and future-ready open banking landscape.

This event is a unique opportunity to connect with peers, deepen your understanding of the evolving Consumer Data Right, and help shape the next chapter of open finance in Australia.

Let’s build the future — together.

This event is by invitation only, please register your interest to attend here.

Zepto is delighted to share its inaugural PayTo Index report with you in this interactive webinar presentation.

With more than a million successful PayTo payments now under our belt, this inaugural report leverages Zepto’s unique data and market insights to map the progress, challenges, and opportunities surrounding PayTo adoption. 

Join us for the key highlights of the PayTo Index report including:

• Ecosystem-wide considerations

• Broad market momentum

• Insights: What we're seeing

• Use Case Insights

• Analysis: Adoption patterns and challenges 

• Conversion rates across banks

• Industry, sector and consumer challenges

• Application and benefits across sectors

• Actions you can take now