MyFintech Week 2025

MyFintech Week 2025 4-7 August 2025 • Sasana Kijang
Ideate, Innovate, Co-create:
Shaping the Future of Finance Together

08/08/2025

Three days. One shared vision. Countless conversations, hands-on workshops, insightful discourse and showcases of groundbreaking ideas. ​

It is a wrap on 3 days of vital conversations, engagements, increasing the velocity to vision for the future of finance at which continues to be a platform and nexus for forces shaping the next chapter of finance and technology. ​

The past three days saw conversations move from purpose to possibilities as parties challenged status quo, advocating for everyone to push boundaries to grasp what it truly means to build a financial ecosystem that is resilient, inclusive and future-ready. ​

Malaysia’s fintech story and aspirations for the future unfolded across panels, workshops, and roundtables, highlighting potential and resilience that can only grow through close collaboration, deep talent, and bold transitions toward a sustainable and more secure economy.​

A special thank you to YB Senator Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, Minister of Finance II, for officiating the event; to Dato’ Sri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour, Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia, and Tan Sri Andrew Sheng, Distinguished Fellow, Institute of Capital Market Research Malaysia, for their profound keynote addresses that resonated deeply with all in attendance, setting the tone and ambition for the week.​

Check out this glimpse of the energy, ideas and momentum that defined ! ​

07/08/2025

People remain at the heart of the evolution of . Whether it is serving a greater purpose by finding new ways to serve our communities or striving to strengthen and transform Malaysia’s workforce, through capacity building, our role is to direct the evolution of technology and finance purposefully and for good. ​

Edward Ling, Chief Executive Officer, Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) and Kay Luan TAY, Chief Executive Officer, FIDE FORUM, both speakers at shared their views on the need for fast, flexible, and fearless talent and mindsets, as well as the right attitude to take us to the next level. ​

continues to be a catalyst for innovation, collaboration and meaningful change in the financial ecosystem as we strive to ideate, innovate and co-create to shape the future of finance with resilience and inclusivity at its core. ​



Today’s deep-dives lifts the veil on the evolving threats and opportunities shaping the future of finance. With AI-pow...
07/08/2025

Today’s deep-dives lifts the veil on the evolving threats and opportunities shaping the future of finance. With AI-powered scam disruptions, public-private partnerships and cross-agency takedowns, the fight against fraud is getting smarter and more collaborative. These workshops provide a potential roadmap for a safer, smarter financial future. ​

The interactive workshops by the Securities Commission Malaysia uncovered evolving scam tactics and explored how AI can be used to disrupt fraud tactics and gather intelligence to minimise their impact. ​

On the other side of the resilience equation, experts tackled the complexities of liquidity management as we shift towards real-time settlement. Leadership conversations spotlighted the imperative for boards and directors to raise their game and constantly evolve in the digital era where cyber threats, AI, and customer expectations are reshaping what oversight truly means.​


What does resilience look like when the rules keep changing? Answers emerged during the panel sessions at as more than...
07/08/2025

What does resilience look like when the rules keep changing? Answers emerged during the panel sessions at as more than just declarations, but lived experiences, shared challenges and innovative experiments.

In one room, fintech founders traced their journeys from idea to impact, revealing the grit behind Malaysia’s growing startup scene. In another, experts debated whether financial institutions are truly prepared for the digital risks they now face daily, especially in building a unified regional ecosystem. Elsewhere at , the fight against fraud took center stage and cybersecurity was not just a topic, it was a call to action.

The conversations were not just about resilient systems; they were centered on future-ready talent and leadership in a tech-driven world. As the final day of MyFintech Week 2025 draws to a close, we share reflections, forecasts and a shared consensus that resilience is not a destination, it is the way forward.

Swipe to checkout the moments and insights by our speakers on Day 3 of where every insight shared was a step toward a stronger, smarter financial future.

As drew to a close, Day 3 spotlighted what it takes to build a resilientfinancial ecosystem, resilient to withstand di...
07/08/2025

As drew to a close, Day 3 spotlighted what it takes to build a resilient
financial ecosystem, resilient to withstand disruption, broaden and deepen trust across the system, and build a future-ready workforce.

From enabling seamless cross-border transactions, fraud-prevention and cyber threats to workforce transformation, today’s panels continue to emphasise the urgent need for deeper, wider industry meaningful collaboration; panels called for speed and agility in shifting our perspectives to be view opportunities and challenges from different lenses to rethink the way we do the same things, wear different lenses to solve different challenges. Some of the discussions from today included conversations about:

🔷 How financial institutions can future-proof talent through digital upskilling and agile mindsets
🔷 Strengthening cross-border cooperation to combat financial fraud using data intelligence and tech innovation
🔷 Building cybersecurity resilience with proactive, AI-powered solutions for ecosystem-wide defences and consumer protection
🔷 What is next for fintech: a call for inclusive innovation, greater awareness for stronger safeguards, and purposeful impact

The future of finance is not just digital. It is resilient, secure, and deeply interconnected.

The final day of hit at several critical points in the evolution of : real-world jobs, talent needs, cross-border str...
07/08/2025

The final day of hit at several critical points in the evolution of : real-world jobs, talent needs, cross-border strategies to combat financial fraud and fintech as a growth catalyst for MSME, the lifeblood of the nation.

As the financial ecosystem grows more complex and interconnected, today’s sessions explored the role of fintech in future-proofing Malaysia’s growth. Experts from banking institutions, regulatory and government bodies, industry associations, innovation and fintech platforms were featured on panels that dove into discussions centered around the theme, Finance for a Resilient Ecosystem.

Conversations about identifying scam trends and how we can combat cross-border fraud, liquidity management to satisfy the increasing demand for real-time/ continuous settlement, and the digital skills for an evolving workforce drove home the point that resilience is not just about bouncing back. It is about building forward.

Whether it is empowering entrepreneurs, protecting consumers, or upskilling teams for tomorrow’s challenges, today’s insights presents a formula for a financial ecosystem that is agile, inclusive, and ready for what’s next.

06/08/2025

After a full day of impactful discourse around the theme Finance for Change that brought together voices from across the financial ecosystem ​at , YM Raja Datin Paduka Teh Maimunah Raja Abdul Aziz, Chief Executive Officer, AEON Bank (M) Berhad shared how this year's event was defined by collaboration. ​

Ecosystem players from the incumbent, digital banks and fintech players, to regulators, are coming together to find new ways to develop the financial ecosystem and discover new roles to find solutions and tackle real-world challenges. ​

Liew Ooi Hann, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Halogen Capital also observed that platforms like are creating rare opportunities for founders and regulators to connect, learn more about each other and find a common path forward to the new world that is being created.​

The ecosystem is evolving. The conversations are deeper. The momentum is real.

Day 2 at was a powerful reminder that finance, when guided by purpose, can catalyse real and impactful change. From cl...
06/08/2025

Day 2 at was a powerful reminder that finance, when guided by purpose, can catalyse real and impactful change. From climate innovation labs to Islamic fintech roundtables, today's sessions explored how digital tools, and ethical frameworks can work hand-in-hand to build a more inclusive and resilient financial future.

Speakers shared reflections, from the urgency of aligning financial systems with environmental goals, changing social mandates and expectations of financial institutions and the fintech ecosystem, bringing about the reality of open finance, to the need for early retirement planning in a digital-first world.

Whether it was big data through a Shariah lens or fintech pitches tackling real-world challenges, the conversations today were insight-rich and impactful. These are not just ideas, they are signals of a financial ecosystem that is evolving with empathy, innovation, and integrity.

📸 Swipe through for standout quotes and moments from today’s sessions.

Shifting from vision to action, the on Day 2 of deepens the conversation around Finance for Change. The sessions spot...
06/08/2025

Shifting from vision to action, the on Day 2 of
deepens the conversation around Finance for Change. The sessions spotlighted how can be a powerful enabler of social and environmental good when guided by purpose, values and collaboration. ​

From conversations on tackling climate change, improving financial inclusion for underserved communities and micro companies to advancing Islamic finance to improving retirement readiness, the interactive workshops and roundtables revealed how inclusive design and impact-driven thinking are reshaping the financial landscape. The Fintech Pitch Forum and sandbox
consultations with Bank Negara Malaysia added a dynamic layer that showcased practical applications and considerations within the investment and regulatory environments. ​

The ideas shared today point to a future where financial systems are not only smarter and more connected but also deeply aligned with human and environmental values. The journey continues tomorrow, with more voices, more vision, and more opportunities to shape finance that truly serves.​



In a world where climate urgency, healthcare gaps, and mobility shifts intersect with digital transformation, the conver...
06/08/2025

In a world where climate urgency, healthcare gaps, and mobility shifts intersect with digital transformation, the conversations on Day 2 of turned toward the practical and the possible: how digital innovation can be harnessed to solve real-world and societal challenges.

The panel discussions today echoes the shared vision for fintech to also serve the people and the planet, solve real challenges to help create a more equitable and inclusive future. The path forward is digital, but its impact must be deeply human.

Industry experts from World Bank , IFC - International Finance Corporation, Boost Bank, CGC Malaysia, AmMetLife, KEMENTERIAN KESIHATAN MALAYSIA, Bank Negara Malaysia, Takaful Malaysia, Asia School of Business established in collaboration with MIT Sloan , Bank Islam and several others shared real perspectives such as:

🔷How inclusive fintech innovation can break systemic barriers and expand financial access for underserved communities.
🔷Using fintech to drive impact investments and promote digital financial literacy.
🔷 The need to digitalise key areas from healthcare to road safety, by overcoming data fragmentation and leveraging technology for smarter, more personalised services.
🔷How tech-powered climate finance as a transformative tool, with success hinging on equitable access, strong governance, and responsible implementation

06/08/2025

As we kick off Day 2 of , we turn the spotlight on some important insights from our speakers who share their reflection from yesterday’s eye-opening conversations. ​

Yanis Varoufakis - Γιάνης Βαρουφάκης, Economist and Author, Former Minister of Finance of Greece, Erik Feyen, Head of Global Macro-financial Monitoring, World Bank Malaysia and Dr. Alvin Chia, Senior Vice President, Head of Digital Assets Innovation (APAC) Asia Pacific, Northern Trust shared key insights about in Malaysia that reinforce the key points around responsible innovation in emerging technologies and fostering a secure digital asset ecosystem. It is a reminder that the future of finance is already unfolding, and it continues with the bold ideas and forward-thinking solutions discussed at . ​

Day 2 will focus on the vital role of Finance for Change. Stay tuned for more insights as we continue to ideate, innovate and co-create! ​

Co-organised by: Bank Negara Malaysia Securities Commission Malaysia Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers FinTech Malaysia and Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation


Today's theme, Finance for Change, is more than a call to innovate. It is a call to reimagine finance as a force for goo...
06/08/2025

Today's theme, Finance for Change, is more than a call to innovate. It is a call to reimagine finance as a force for good. On day 2 of , leaders and changemakers explored how financial systems can be redesigned and adapted to serve societies, empower communities and support a greener future.

The stage was set as Zafer Mustafaoğlu from the World Bank reminded us that digital transformation is not only about adopting new technologies but also constantly revisiting current practices and updating systems to better serve people with dignity and trust.

The day continued with an insightful expert panels discussing how fintech is transforming access to finance for underserved populations, the need to rethink how we educate and empower financial literacy in a digital-first world as well as how tech can fuel impact-driven projects that uplifts lives.

The message is clear: Finance must evolve, not just for efficiency, but also for equity, sustainability and resilience. Let us continue to build finance beyond changing systems to change lives too.

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