29 April 2025 | Münchenbryggeriet, Torkel Knutssonsgatan 2, 118 25 Stockholm, Sweden
08:30-09:00
Registration and Breakfast
09:00-09:10
Welcome Remarks
09:10-09:30
Keynote Interview: Carina Olsson, CEO, Bankgirot
We discuss the evolution of the Nordic payments industry and analyse the impact of various dynamic factors on Nordic banks.
Sarah Fallström
Business Development Director Visa
Martin Georgzén
Chief Commercial Officer, Bankgirot
Liam Xavier
Media Producer, Finextra
Anders Olofsson
Head of Sales, Payments & Cash Management, Tietoevry Banking
Perttu Kröger
General Manager, Finland Vipps MobilePay
We explore the impact of DORA and how significant this shift is for financial institutions in the Nordics.
Gary Wright
Head of Research, Finextra
Marilin Pikaro
Director, Innovation, Conduct and Consumers, European Banking Authority (EBA)
10:50-11:20
Coffee Break and Networking
11:20-12:00
We examine the readiness of Nordic banks and ongoing challenges they face as they transition into the Verification of Payee era as the Nordics strive for more secure digital payment systems.
Sarah Hager
CCO, Enable Banking
Paulina Kudlacik
Confirmation of Payee Scheme Manager, Nordic Payment Council
Ylva Palmqvist
Commercial Lead, Payments Danske Bank
Emmie Silén
Product Manager, SEB
We explore how and why Nordic central banks are responding to the increasing momentum around central bank digital currencies.
12:40-14:00
Lunch and Networking
We examine how Nordic financial services are enhancing fraud risk management practices and leveraging innovation.
14:40-15:00
Keynote Presentation: Dr. Igor Mate, Director, Data Privacy and Digital Regulation at Permobil and Co-Chair, Connect Communities.
During this afternoon break, attendees are invited to join the speed networking session in the exhibition area where you can meet many other attendees in a short space of time. These quick-fire introductions provide a great opportunity to exchange contact details and begin meaningful business relationships.
We consider where the Nordics – renowned for producing innovative fintech startups that disrupt traditional payment methods – are in terms of leveraging collaboration between banks and fintechs to enhance the payments ecosystem, and how this compares to other regions.
We explore how well positioned the Nordics are to lead the global shift to open finance and consider the hurdles they face in doing so.
We’ll summarise the day’s discussions, consider other factors that might disrupt the Nordic banking and payments ecosystem.
17:10-18:30
Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable drinks reception, where you can unwind and connect with fellow leaders in Nordic banking and payments. Share ideas, exchange perspectives, and continue the conversations in a friendly, informal setting.
We look forward to seeing you there!