9 - 10 October , Habtoor Palace, Dubai, UAE

IAMTN SUMMIT

2024

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Bridging Borders, Empowering Lives: Expanding Global Access in Cross-Border Payments.

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About the IAMTN Annual Summit

The payments industry's most prestigious event.

The International Association of Money Transfer Networks (IAMTN) cordially invites payment professionals worldwide to participate in insightful discussions at the IAMTN Annual Summit, scheduled for October 9th and 10th in Dubai, UAE.

This summit will bring together financial services and fintech trailblazers from around the world to engage in thought-provoking discussions outlined in our meticulously crafted two-day agenda. The event will delve into regional trends in remittance digitalization and explore groundbreaking innovations influencing cross-border payments. The Annual Summit promises enriching dialogues on these topics and more, fostering valuable connections among industry stakeholders. Join us for an exploration of dynamic advancements in our ever-evolving industry.

Audience Statistic & Demographic

Elevate your brand's prominence

Elevate your brand's prominence by sponsoring the IAMTN Annual Summit 2024 in Dubai - where global leaders converge for transformative discussions and unparalleled.

C-Level Delegates

200+

Countries

40+

Sponsors and Partners

Elevate your brand and showcase your success by becoming a part of IAMTN Summit 2024. This event provides a unique platform for you and your business to share compelling success stories.

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Unleash the potential of strategic partnerships by exploring our various sponsorship opportunities. Elevate your brand visibility, connect with industry leaders, and leave a lasting impact on a global stage. Submit your information here.

Engage in Meaningful Discussions

Share your insights and ideas by engaging in thought-provoking discussions. If you're keen on participating in a dialogue, please provide your contact information along with the specific topic you wish to discuss here. Let's shape the future of cross-border payments together!

The Speakers

Veronica Studsgaard

Founder & Chair-IAMTN

Aswin Phlaphongphanich

CEO & Co-Founder - DeeMoney

Dr.Zakari Mumuni

Director - Bank of Ghana

Isaac Tetteh

Managing Director - Bigpay Ghana Limited

Priscilla Hazel

Group Head,Commercial - Nsano LTD

Martin Sapiurka

Global Head of Remittances - dLocal

James Borley

Managing Director, Payment Services - Cosegic Limited

The Agenda

Please note: The topics and speakers are subject to change.

Session 1

Opening Keynote and Industry Overview

Welcome address by IAMTN
Overview of the agenda and objectives for the summit
Keynote speech on the current state and future trends of cross-border payments and remittances

Session 2

Advancing the G20 Roadmap and UNSDGs:

Removing Regulatory Blockers and Accelerating Industry Innovation

This session aims to explore the alignment between the G20 Roadmap for Enhancing Cross-Border Payments and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). It will delve into the regulatory challenges hindering progress towards these objectives and discuss how industry innovation can play a pivotal role in overcoming these barriers to accelerate achievement.
Audience Q&A session

Networking Break

Session 3

Market Trends and Innovations

Panel session on current market trends shaping cross-border payments
Discussion on the impact of digital wallets, mobile money, and cryptocurrencies
Audience Q&A session

Lunch Break

Workshops

Workshop 1- Transparency in Foreign Exchange: As long as different countries have their own currencies, foreign exchange will always be a potential barrier in terms of ease and cost. Consumers rarely get a meaningful choice on what rate to pay and whether that is good value. What is the latest on the various innovations in this space, particularly from Fintechs?
Workshop 2- TBC
Workshop 3- TBC

Session 4

Interoperability in Cross-Border Payments

Discussion on the importance of interoperability for seamless transactions
Exploring future trends in interoperability and cross-border payment networks
Audience Q&A session

Networking Break

Session 5

Instant Payments:

Real-time Solutions

Panel discussion on the growing demand for instant cross-border payment solutions
Showcasing real-world instant payment platforms and technologies
Addressing challenges and opportunities in implementing real-time settlement mechanisms
Audience Q&A session

9:00-10:00

Welcome address by IAMTN

Overview of the agenda and objectives for the summit
Keynote speech on the current state and future trends of cross-border payments and remittances

9:00-9:45

Program Partnerski Salumanus

dlaczego Salumanus?
benefity i zobowiązania
skuteczne prowadzenie projektów

9:45-10:15

Platforma Salumanus Plus

po co nam sklep dla partnerów?
od problemu do zakupu - wszystko w jednym miejscu
nie tylko sklep - opcje dla inżynierów

10:15-10:30

Przerwa Kawowa

10:30-11:00

Uniwersalny moduł optyczny w połączeniu z SRD 5.0 i Salucloud

idea Uniwersalnego Modułu Optycznego
SRD 5.0 - Smart Recode Device
usługi SaluCloud jako centrum zarządzania modułami optycznymi
korzyści płynące ze stosowania

11:00-12:00

Jak generować i realizować projekty na systemy transmisyjne?

Dlaczego warto rozmawiać o systemach transmisyjnych?

dla kogo są systemy transmisyjne?
korzyści dla klienta końcowego oraz integratora
transmisja optyczna w cyferkach - ile kosztują usługi na rynku
jak działa Salumanus - podejście projektowe
gdzie znajdują się systemy transmisyjne - „5 MUST HAVE” dla sektorów

Technologia IP-over-DWDM jako trend zmieniający sieci optyczne

rozwiązania IPoDWDM i OTN
oszczędności sięgające 70%! Policzmy to razem
jedno włókno czy dwa włókna optyczne?
pasywne systemy zwielokrotnienia - rozwiązania szyte na miarę
wszystko co potrzebujesz mieści się w 1U - muxponder 200G
komfort płynący z posiadania systemu (OTN)
kaskadowa budowa systemu - rozbudowa systemu jak klocki LEGO

12:00-12:15

Przerwa Kawowa

12:15- 14:00

Warsztaty technologiczne

GBC Photonics IPoDWDM - warstwa IP bezpośrednio do technologii DWDM:

- wielokanałowy system transmisji DWDM

- rozwiązanie cost effective pod każdym kątem

PacketLight OTN - pełne możliwości muxponder Optical Transport Network:

- agregacja usług Ethernet i Fibre Channel na warstwie pierwszej wielokanałowy system transmisji DWDM

- zabezpieczenia transmisji na warstwie pierwszej (Encryption L1)

- system uniwersalny i skalowalny, w pełni zarządzany z poziomu WebGUI i z możliwością szyfrowania usług

14:00-14:15

Kahoot z nagrodami

14:15-15:15

Lunch

Welcome

Opening Remarks Key Note Speaker

Key Speaker

Session 6

Enhancing Customer Experience

Panel discussion on improving customer experience in cross-border payments
Strategies for transparency, speed, and ease of use
Leveraging data analytics and AI to personalize the payment experience
Audience Q&A session

Networking Break

Session 7

Compliance and Risk Management in Cross-Border Payments

Expert presentations on regulatory compliance, AML/KYC requirements, and risk management best practices
Discussing developments in cross-border payment infrastructure, such as SWIFT's initiatives, alternative payment systems, and the emergence of cross-border payment platforms.
Expert presentations on cybersecurity threats and fraud detection
Risk management best practices in cross-border transactions
Collaborative approaches to combating financial crime
Audience Q&A session

Lunch Break

Networking Break

Awards Ceremony

Industry Awards

Session 8

Closing Keynote and Future Outlook

Keynote speech on key takeaways from the summit and the future outlook for cross-border payments
Acknowledgment of sponsors, partners, and participants
Call to action for continued collaboration and innovation in the cross-border payments industry

Networking Break

9:00-10:00

Welcome address by IAMTN

Overview of the agenda and objectives for the summit
Keynote speech on the current state and future trends of cross-border payments and remittances

9:00-9:45

Program Partnerski Salumanus

dlaczego Salumanus?
benefity i zobowiązania
skuteczne prowadzenie projektów

9:45-10:15

Platforma Salumanus Plus

po co nam sklep dla partnerów?
od problemu do zakupu - wszystko w jednym miejscu
nie tylko sklep - opcje dla inżynierów

10:15-10:30

Przerwa Kawowa

10:30-11:00

Uniwersalny moduł optyczny w połączeniu z SRD 5.0 i Salucloud

idea Uniwersalnego Modułu Optycznego
SRD 5.0 - Smart Recode Device
usługi SaluCloud jako centrum zarządzania modułami optycznymi
korzyści płynące ze stosowania

11:00-12:00

Jak generować i realizować projekty na systemy transmisyjne?

Dlaczego warto rozmawiać o systemach transmisyjnych?

dla kogo są systemy transmisyjne?
korzyści dla klienta końcowego oraz integratora
transmisja optyczna w cyferkach - ile kosztują usługi na rynku
jak działa Salumanus - podejście projektowe
gdzie znajdują się systemy transmisyjne - „5 MUST HAVE” dla sektorów

Technologia IP-over-DWDM jako trend zmieniający sieci optyczne

rozwiązania IPoDWDM i OTN
oszczędności sięgające 70%! Policzmy to razem
jedno włókno czy dwa włókna optyczne?
pasywne systemy zwielokrotnienia - rozwiązania szyte na miarę
wszystko co potrzebujesz mieści się w 1U - muxponder 200G
komfort płynący z posiadania systemu (OTN)
kaskadowa budowa systemu - rozbudowa systemu jak klocki LEGO

12:00-12:15

Przerwa Kawowa

12:15- 14:00

Warsztaty technologiczne

GBC Photonics IPoDWDM - warstwa IP bezpośrednio do technologii DWDM:

- wielokanałowy system transmisji DWDM

- rozwiązanie cost effective pod każdym kątem

PacketLight OTN - pełne możliwości muxponder Optical Transport Network:

- agregacja usług Ethernet i Fibre Channel na warstwie pierwszej wielokanałowy system transmisji DWDM

- zabezpieczenia transmisji na warstwie pierwszej (Encryption L1)

- system uniwersalny i skalowalny, w pełni zarządzany z poziomu WebGUI i z możliwością szyfrowania usług

14:00-14:15

Kahoot z nagrodami

14:15-15:15

Lunch

THE IAMTN SUMMIT 2024

GOLD SPONSORS

DIGITAL SPONSORS

MEDIA PARTNERS

MEMBERS

UniTeller

UniTeller is a cross-border remittance & payment processor moves funds internationally for individuals & businesses to over 200000 locations globally.

Merchantrade

Merchantrade Asia is a Money Services Business, Digital Payment Service and Mobile Virtual Network operator provider, based in Malaysia.

CYS Global Remit Pte Ltd

CYS Global Remit is a leading major payment institution in Singapore with more than 40 years of history specializing in cross-border payments in the Asia Pacific region. Our main focus is to serve the SME communities and our FI partners in major APAC cities.

Al Fardan Exchange

Al Fardan Exchange is a leading exchange company that provides an array of financial services from 85+ branches across the UAE to enhance your lives.

Wise

Wise is a UK-based foreign exchange financial technology company.

dLocal

dLocal powers local payments in emerging markets, connecting global enterprise merchants with billions of emerging market consumers in 40 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Through the “One dLocal” platform (one direct API, one platform, and one contract), global companies can accept payments, send pay-outs and settle funds globally without the need to manage separate pay-in and pay-out processors, set up numerous local entities, and integrate multiple acquirers and payment methods in each market.

Moneytrans

Moneytrans is a financial services company dealing with payment services and fintech services.

Remitly

Remitly was founded in 2011 by Matt Oppenheimer, Josh Hug, and Shivaas Gulati. Today we have offices around the globe, and millions of customers trust Remitly to send money home.Remitly provides digital financial services to immigrants and their families in over 170 countries around the world. Our global network includes approximately 4 billion bank accounts, 460,000 cash pickup locations, and 1.2 billion mobile wallets."‍

Mastercard

Mastercard is a US-based financial services and payments company that enables cross-border payments through Mastercard Cross-Border Services and owns the Mastercard card network. It allows payments across bank accounts, mobile wallets, cards and cash to more than 150 countries across 90 currencies with over 280,000 cash payout locations.

UPT

Money transfer and payments platform for local and international cash payments, account and credit card payments.

Ample Transfers

Ample Transfers is a bootstrapped 25-year-old cross-border payments firm based in Singapore, and has been awarded a classification of Major Payment Institution by the Monetary Authority of Singapore under the Payment Services Act.

iPay

IPAY is the trading brand of ISEND PTE LTE. IPAY is a leading fintech based global settlementprovider, renowned for its expertise in facilitating seamless cross-border transactions across theAPAC and SEPA regions.

Freemarket

Freemarket is a banking-as-a-service solution that brings together tier-1 banks to help MSBs access 20+ multi-currency vIBANs, diversify their banking relationships, and expand into new markets - all from a single platform and API.

Afro International

Afro International is one of the leading companies that specialize in remittances to Sierra Leone. We are also expanding our payment network to cover many more countries very shortly. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves with our strong reputation and commitment to providing great customer service

GIMAC

The Groupement Interbancaire et Monétique de l'Afrique Centrale (GIMAC) is an economic interest grouping whose statutory members are the Bank of Central African states, national treasuries and credit institutions in the CEMAC zone.

Novatti Group (ASX:NOV)

Novatti is a leading fintech that enables businesses to pay and be paid, from any device, anywhere. From corner stores and start-ups to global organisations, our solutions will unlock your ambitions. Solutions include issuing, acquiring, processing, and billing. Novatti’s 91% owned investment International Bank of Australia Pty Limited, holds a restricted banking licence.

Funtech Global Communications Ltd

Etablished in 2006, Funtech is a robust payment technology company. We provide technology for a seamless, structured and variable payment management process for companies worldwide.

Dadanada Finance Ltd

We are a Canadian-based MSB dedicated to providing seamless cross-border remittances, competitive foreign exchange, and a comprehensive array of payment services, simplifying global finance for you.

Sama Money

SAMA Money is an innovative money transfer and mobile payment platform. Simply create a SAMA account to be able to send and receive money anywhere in Mali .

Afro Express

Afro Express is the foremost money transfer company in The Gambia, dedicated to providing fast, reliable, and convenient services since its establishment in 2014

Africhange

Africhange is a Canadian-based remittance company that provides users with an easy way to send money to and from across Africa and North America.

Nsano Ltd

Nsano is a leading African Fintech company, established in Ghana in 2013 with expertise in Payment Processing.

Small World

Small World FS is Europe's leading trusted payments services provider, offering a secure, fast and inexpensive way to send and receive money to anywhere in the world

Balad

Balad is a cross-border payout infrastructure that aggregates inward remittances in Africa, starting with Egypt.

Juni Ghana Limited

Juni Ghana Limited (Junipay) is an African company that provides innovative payment services for our clients.

BigPay Ghana Limited

BigPay, a dynamic Ghanaian startup, officially established on November 17th, 2020, and duly licensed by the Bank of Ghana. We exist to empower both businesses and individuals with cutting-edge, accessible payment solutions.

Swap Africa

SWAP is your trusted partner for integrated digital financial services in Gabon. We simplify your banking transactions with innovative technology, making financial services accessible to everyone.

PayPorter

PayPorter is a licensed international money transfer brand of PayPorter Ödeme Hizmetleri ve Elektronik Para A.Ş.

Mukuru

Mukuru is a Fintech business that gives the emerging consumer access to affordable and reliable financial services

Shift

Shift Financial Services ltd provides safe and fast money transfer services to consumers who are not fully served by traditional financial institutions.

Tranglo

Tranglo enables secure and seamless cross-border payments to thousands of banks, cards, wallets, cash and mobile operators globally.

Hellopaisa

Hellopaisa is a cheap, easy, and secure way to send money from South Africa and receive money from overseas.

Niger Transfert d' Argent SA

NIGER MONEY TRANSFER (NITA) is a company governed by Nigerien law with a board of directors and a share capital of 5,000,000,000 FCFA. It is licensed as a financial institution with banking characteristics in the Republic of Niger by decree of July 26, 2018. It is registered on the list of financial institutions with banking characteristics of the WAMU under the number "H 0209 J".

AZA Finance

AZA Finance empowers companies from 115+ countries to accelerate their operations in frontier markets through better foreign exchange, treasury services, payments, and last-mile settlement.

Dahabshiil

Dahabshiil is a Somali funds transfer company, and is the largest money-transfer business in Africa.

Flex

Flex Money Transfer is a Fast-growing Cross Border Payments, enhancing African financial connectivity. Specializing in last mile remittances settlements, especially to Kenya and across Africa. Join us for seamless cross-border transactions.

Azampay

AzamPay is specialized in the development of end-to-end online payment management solutions for companies operating in East Africa.

Baluwo

Baluwo offers you an easy, fast and safe way to buy online mobile top up, prepaid electricity, food and construction materials for your family and friends.

Arf

Arf is a regulated global liquidity and settlement platform for licensed financial institutions in cross-border payments.

InTouch

InTouch provides a universal solution allowing merchants to accept a great variety of payment methods, secured and convenient, from cash to credit and debit card as well as cryptocurrency.

Barri

Barri began as a family-owned business founded in 1984. For many years, its stores were located in the city of Houston only serving a small segment of the Hispanic community in the state of Texas. Today, Barri has grown and expanded across 16 states.

SWN

SovereignWallet Network is an Ethereum blockchain-based platform that offers a suite of value management and communication solutions with banking grade security and ease of use as critical priorities.

Upesi Money Transfer

Upesi Money Transfer Limited is an African home grown money remittance company headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya that has strong partnerships across the world

eSewaMoney Transfer

eSewa Money Transfer is one of the fastest-growing and leading remittance companies in Nepal. We aim to be a remittance company of the new millennium.

Flash

A multi-product electronic wallet that allows access to products and services from a Smartphone and a single account.

Remitee

Remitee is the Operating System for cross-border instant payments, offering a secure, scalable, and compliant infrastructure trusted by category leaders in banking, e-wallets, and payments industries.

Majority

MAJORITY is the first mobile banking app created for migrants.

MoneyTO

MoneyTO is a remittance service to transfer money hassle free and with low exchange rates.

DolEx

We offer a wide variety of must-have products and services that meet your financial needs! All in one location!

Europhil

Europhil, founded in 1989, is a money transfer firm that operates in Spain. The group operates 26 retail branches in Spain, Belgium and the United Kingdom. Europhil's vast settlement network includes approximately 1,000 locations in over 20 countries.

Quisqueyana

Remesas Quisqueyana Inc. provides electronic funds transfer services. The Company also offers discount and prepaid telecom cards, travel services, tax preparation services, and package delivery services. Remesas Quisqueyana primarily operates in the United States, Puerto Rico, the Unite States Virgin Islands, and Canada.

UBPAY Armenian payment system

The Armenian money transfer payment and settlement system UBPay is a secure and fast money transfer platform for the banks and remittance businesses in Armenia and across the world.

About IAMTN

Welcome to the International Association of Money Transfer Networks (IAMTN), a distinguished not-for-profit membership organisation serving as the global voice of the cross-border payments industry. Since our establishment in 2005, IAMTN has played a pivotal role in uniting diverse entities within the sector, including banks, payment institutions, electronic money organisations, and mobile operators.

Our Mission:

IAMTN is committed to providing a collaborative platform for industry partners to address common challenges, foster innovative initiatives, and cultivate new opportunities. Through our collective efforts, we aim to shape the landscape of cross-border payments, ensuring they are effective, safe, reliable, and efficient for migrants worldwide.

Collaboration Beyond Boundaries:

IAMTN believes in the power of collaboration. We work closely with governments, regulators, and vital stakeholders such as the FATF, FSB, World Bank, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), UNCDF, Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, and the African Union. Together, we champion the creation of robust payment systems and mechanisms that empower migrants globally.

Join IAMTN in our mission to build a future where cross-border payments seamlessly connect individuals and communities, fostering economic growth and prosperity worldwide.

Check out some of our past events:

IAMTN Dubai 2023

IAMTN London 2022

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