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Wits Global Fintech Conference

 

Conference theme: "The future of Fintech: innovations, opportunities, and challenges"

November 14 – 15, 2024
Wits Fintech Hub, Johannesburg, South Africa

We invite scholars, researchers, practitioners, and industry experts to submit original research papers, case studies, and presentations for the Global Fintech Conference. This international conference is designed to foster discussions, share insights, and explore the cutting-edge developments in the fintech industry. Our aim is to provide a platform for understanding and shaping the future of finance and technology.

Keynote Speaker:

  • Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Facilitating Fintech Participation in the Ecosystem: Lyle Horsley, Divisional Head  FinTech, Chairperson of the Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group South African Reserve Bank
  • Money reimagined using web3 technology: Monica Singer (CA), Strategic Advisor, Consensys
  • Innovations in Fintech: Philip Treleaven, Professor, University College London
  • Social impact of fintech: Bongeka Buthelezi, Market Research Head, FNB South Africa

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Organising Committee:

  • Moinak Maiti, Associate Professor, Wits & FirstRand Foundation Chair in Financial Data Science (Conference Chair)
  • Chimwemwe Chipeta, Professor, Wits & Director Fintech Hub (Conference Co-Chair)
  • Christo Auret, Professor, Wits & Editor-in-Chief of Invest Analysts Journal
  • Gary van Vuuren, Distinguished Professor, Wits & International Banker
  • Yudhvir Seetharam, Associate Professor, Wits & Head of Analytics, Insights and Research for FNB
  • Daniel Page, Associate Professor, Wits & Head of Quants at 27four Investment Managers

Submission Guidelines:

  • Paper Submission: Authors are invited to submit their papers (full papers, research-in-progress, and case studies) electronically through the conference management system. Click here to submit papers.
  • Review Process: Submitted papers will undergo a rigorous peer review process.
Topics of interest (but not limited to):
  • Fintech Trends and Global Market Overview
  • Innovations in Fintech
  • Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, and Digital Assets
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Fintech
  • Regulation and Compliance in Fintech
  • Payments, Digital Banking, and the Evolving Customer Experience
  • WealthTech, Robo-Advisors, and Investment Strategies
  • Insurance Technology (Insurtech)
  • Regulatory Technology (RegTech)
  • Open Banking and Financial Inclusion
  • Fintech Investment and M&A
  • Sustainable Finance and Green Fintech
  • Fintech and Economic Development
  • Social Impact of Fintech
  • Emerging Technologies in Fintech
  • AI ethics and threats
Target Audience
  • Academics and researchers: Scholars and researchers focused on financial technology and related fields.
  • PhD students researching on Fintech and related fields.
  • Financial professionals: Including bankers, investment managers, financial analysts, and financial consultants.
  • Technology professionals: Developers, programmers, and engineers involved in fintech innovations.
  • Entrepreneurs and startups: Individuals interested in launching or growing fintech businesses.
  • Regulators and policymakers: Government officials and regulatory bodies overseeing financial and technological sectors.
  • Investors: Venture capitalists, private equity firms, and angel investors seeking investment opportunities in fintech.
  • Corporate executives: Decision-makers from traditional financial institutions interested in digital transformation and innovation.
  • Fintech enthusiasts: Individuals passionate about the latest trends and developments in financial technology.
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