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Global FinTech Hubs: Insights from Korea, Japan, India, Kazakhstan and Singapore

This session examines the evolving blueprints of successful FinTech ecosystems, focusing on the synergy between foundational infrastructure and Artificial Intelligence. As digital finance matures, the distinction between successful hubs and others lies in their ability to integrate AI-driven insights with robust regulatory frameworks.
Our panel of global experts will compare regional strategies for talent development, capital flow, and the evolution of regulatory sandboxes. The discussion explores how hubs in Korea, Japan, India, and Central Asia are moving beyond domestic growth to foster cross-border collaboration. By focusing on high-return investments in infrastructure and AI, the session identifies practical pathways for building a seamless, interconnected financial future across the Asian landscape.

Speakers

Arman Assakayev

Arman Assakayev

Deputy Head of Board of Trustees, NPO FinTech AI Center, Kazakhstan

Masashi Namatame

Masashi Namatame

Senior Managing Executive Officer & Group Chief Digital Officer, Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc.

Shweta Rajpal Kohli

Shweta Rajpal Kohli

President & Chief Executive Officer, Startup Policy Forum

Sung Kyun Son

Sung Kyun Son

General Director (Head of Global Business), Fintech Center Korea

Sanjeeb Kumar Mishra

Sanjeeb Kumar Mishra

Principal Secretary, Finance, Government of Odisha

Moderator

Anthony Thomas

Anthony Thomas

Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN)