Panel 2

Borderless by Default: How Embedded Finance is Redefining Cross-Border Payments

11:30 AM - 12:20 PM - Espace 21

As immigration rates surge in Canada, the need to seamlessly integrate migrants into the financial landscape grows more pronounced. This imperative coincides with a transformative era of globalization and digital connectivity, offering a unique space for cross-border fintech innovation. How does cross-border fintech diverge from domestic fintech solutions, and what complexities and prospects does it present? Drawing from successful ventures, how do cross-border fintech enterprises navigate regulatory hurdles and cultural nuances? What broader implications arise from embracing cross-border fintech for businesses, governments, and consumers alike?

PANEL

Hamed H. Arbabi, Founder and CEO, VoPay

Stephanie Choo, Partner, Portage

Rachelle Hildyard, Managing Director, Global FIG & Correspondent Banking Sales, Global Transaction Banking, Scotiabank

MODERATOR

Ramesh Jayakrishnan, Vice President - New Payment Platforms, Mastercard