Wednesday, 8 November 2017Hilton Park Hotel | Nicosia

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Cyprus FinTech Expo 300+professionals from

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Spiros MargarisVenture Capitalist

Founder, Margaris Advisory

Matteo RizziFounder, FinTechStage

Liz LumleyGlobal FinTech Commentator

Natasha KyprianidesGroup Head of Digital Banking & Innovation, Hellenic Bank Group

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Hellenic Bank Group The Hellenic Bank Group commenced operations in 1976. In a relatively short period of time, it managed to establish itself as one of the largest banking and financial institutions in Cyprus. The Hellenic Bank Group enjoys a network of over 50 branches in Cyprus, employing more than 1550 people. The Hellenic Bank also operates four Representative Offices, one in Moscow and one in St Petersburg in the Russian Federation; one in Kiev in Ukraine and in Johannesburg, in the Republic of South Africa.

G.A.P. Vassilopoulos Group G.A.P. Vassilopoulos Group was established in 1964 with a vision to serve the commercial community by providing interconnected services as “One-Stop-Shop”. Through continuous growth, today the Group today is ranked amongst the 25 biggest organizations in Cyprus and provides services in the fields of Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Distribution, Merchandising, General Insurances, Credit Insurances, Airport and Sea Port Operations and International and Domestic Express Courier services. The Group employs more than 1,200 people and has been listed in the Cyprus Stock Exchange since 2001. Today, it operates through 3,000 offices / affiliates / points of sale throughout Cyprus, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Israel.SIX Payment ServicesG.A.P. Vassilopoulos Group represents SIX Payment Services in the European Union and in particular, in the countries where the Group currently operates (Cyprus, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg, Germany and Ireland). SIX Group operates comprehensive services on a global scale in the areas of securities trading, clearing and settlement, as well as financial information and payment transactions. SIX Payment Services is a reliable partner that uses the latest technology to guarantee the flow of information and money between banks, merchants, investors and service providers.

NETinfo PlcNETinfo Plc is a leading IT company that provides innovative Online and Mobile Banking solutions, Mobile Financial Services, Retail and Corporate Finance Management and Payment Solutions to Banking and Financial institutions worldwide. Founded in 2000, NETinfo has more than 39 clients in over 29 countries, including Europe, Africa, Asia and South America. As the digital world is expanding, NETinfo’s expertise meet up with the current and future trends in banking technology.

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Cablenet Cablenet is the only completely independent telecommunications provider in Cyprus, with its own network, new generation infrastructure, specialized workforce and a fully integrated support system, offering broadband Internet, fixed telephony and television services, to both retail and corporate markets. Cablenet operates a Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) cable next generation network based on DOCSIS 3.0 technology resulting to broadband speed capabilities of up to 800Mbps, an excellent TV viewing experience and a fully redundant fibre optics core network offering FTTx services to businesses. www.cablenet.com.cy / www.cablenetbusiness.com.cy

CYTACyta, is the leading brand in the Cyprus telecommunications sector, providing integrated electronic communication solutions. By taking timely advantage of technological developments and the convergence of telecommunications and IT, Cyta is now the pioneer in quadruple play in Cyprus, offering a broad range of innovative services and ICT solutions to both, the consumer as well as the business market. Since February 2004, Cyta has been Vodafone’s exclusive partner in Cyprus and, consequently, a member of the largest mobile communications network in the world.www.cyta.com.cy

Dexterity Dexterity provides technology solutions to clients like Medochemie, XM.COM, Galatariotis Group, MPM Michaelides, Delorbis Pharmaceuticals and others. In collaboration with our partners Citadel and Kiwinet who are working at the cutting edge of cyber security for the financial services industry in Israel, we are beginning to offer cyber security services to the Cyprus market. Cyber Security Consulting, Penetration Testing, GDPR Compliance Advisory, Awareness Campaigns, Cyber Solution Implementations, Managed Cloud SIEM, Managed SOC.www.dexterity.com.cy | www.citadel.co.il | www.kiwinet.co.il

EY CyprusEY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transactions and advisory services with more than 250,000 people in over 150 countries around the world. It is the most globally integrated professional services organisation and is working with businesses, entrepreneurs and governments around the world. The Cyprus practice is ideally placed to exploit new opportunities in the area and cater to the needs of our clients in a wider geographic span. 2017 marks 80 years of successful business for EY in Cyprus.

Hellenic Technical Enterprises LtdHellenic Technical Enterprises Ltd is a leading Cypriot company that specializes in: Information Technology, Telecommunications, Education Technologies, Industrial Automations, Fluid Handling, Energy Saving Technologies. The company was founded in 1976, and is part of the Hellenic Mining Group of Companies. At its founding, the company had a focus of the telecommunication industry. Over the years Hellenic Technical Enterprises has expanded into the Information and Communication Technology industry and diversified into electromechanical services.

KPMG LtdKPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We have more than 189.000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in 152 countries worldwide. We have a clear vision of what we want to achieve as a network. We continuously take important steps to ensure that KPMG delivers market-leading, world-class professional services that are aligned with the changing needs of our clients and global markets.

Lean Work HK LtdLean Work is a leading SaaS provider which specializes within the FX industry. Established in 2014, Lean Work has received two series of financing from reputable VCs of China Internet Industry, developed complete Trader’s and Broker’s solutions and successfully served over 200 clients, including both local Chinese brokers and leading international brands. Lean Work HQ is in Shanghai; R&D Centre in Chengdu and Dalian; EU Office is in Limassol, Cyprus.

Logicom SolutionsLogicom Solutions provides a host of services which cover all phases of ICT projects and all major market segments. We have deep expertise in cutting edge Business Solutions and Technology Solutions, delivering complex integrated projects where needed. We uphold our core values: uncompromising integrity, commercial agility, maximum operational efficiency, the highest of service quality standards and the continuous development of our people.

ΜΑΡ FinTechΜΑΡ FinTech is a trusted technology provider to the financial services industry specializing in regulatory reporting, with clients and associates worldwide and takes pride in its mission to enable clients to achieve best results. The company is highly regarded for its innovative technology and services innovation. ΜΑΡ FinTech provides regulatory reporting solutions that enable firms to optimally manage complex regulatory and operational challenges in their business, while ensuring they remain compliant at all times. We provide solutions for EMIR, MiFID/MiFID II, ASIC, FATCA, CRS etc.

Mellon (Cyprus) Ltd Mellon (Cyprus) Ltd, a member of Mellon Group of Companies, was founded in 2000 in Nicosia. The company has been established in the Cypriot market for its role in the introduction and streamlined implementation of new technologies, especially with regards to Electronic & mobile payment systems and branch automation/transformation. Over the last 17 years all local banking/Financial organizations, semi-government and government organizations have become its clients and partners in IT transformation. Incorporating the Mellon Group international know-how and multi-country experiences and partnering with leading vendors like Gemalto, Ingenico, Diebold/Nixdorf, Fiserv, NEC and Strands, Mellon (Cyprus) Ltd. is uniquely positioned as a digital transformation partner.

Microsoft Cyprus LtdFounded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. With 90,000 employees in over 190 countries, Microsoft has been established in Cyprus since 2002 and employs 16 people. Some of the most popular products and services of Microsoft are: Windows, Office, Office 365, Windows Server, Microsoft Azure, Exchange Server, SQL Server, Windows Phone, Xbox, Surface, Visual Studio and Microsoft Dynamics. For more information about Microsoft Cyprus, please visit www.microsoft.com/en-cy.

MTN BusinessMTN Business is the first provider in Cyprus to deliver integrated ICT solutions, including advanced Telecommunication and IT services. With a full range of IT, Cloud and Hosting products, MTN Business is able to support all technological strategic needs, as well as the overall growth, of any business. MTN Business is already established as a leading technology consultant for any enterprise seeking to stand out in a fierce competition while significantly minimising costs by fully utilising some of today’s most advanced technology.IBSFounded in 2004 as a small computer repair and IT services company in Cyprus, IBS has evolved into one of the most respected information technology firms on the island, offering a comprehensive and complete suite of services and technology solutions for any kind and size of business or organization in Cyprus and abroad. IBS is the first company in Cyprus to offer extensive cloud services (since 2007). In 2015 IBS was acquired by MTN and it now operates under MTN Business.

SEPAGASEPAGA is a Cyprus-based company licensed by the Central Bank of Cyprus as an Electronic Money Institution (E.M.I.). It provides professional services within the framework of the relevant Law and the corresponding European Directive. Based on strategic agreements SEPAGA purchased a banking software (Probanx), established membership with SWIFT, obtained a unique BIC number and has also entered into agreements with principal members of the Card Schemes, VISA and MasterCard to provide acquiring services and issuing services to its clients. SEPAGA’s services include: accounts for holding funds, e-commerce payments processing, issuing of prepaid cards, M-POS, e-wallets, currency conversions and OCT payments.

The University of NicosiaThe University of Nicosia is the largest university in Cyprus with over 11,500 students. It is a comprehensive university with over 100 programmes of study and particular strengths in medicine, health sciences, law, accounting and international relations. It operates the first and largest medical school in Cyprus, in cooperation with St George’s, University of London, and offers joint degrees with some of the leading universities in Europe. The University of Nicosia is widely regarded to have the most developed university initiative in the world in the areas of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

ZEBRA Consultants LtdZEBRA Consultants is an innovative IT company that specializes in software development, infrastructure solutions, consulting services, systems integration and cloud solutions. ZEBRA, being the only Red Hat Premier Business Partner in the region, provides qualitative Red Hat Enterprise Linux and JBoss Middleware solutions and services in diverse markets. Our expertise, coupled with our customer driven focus, allows our clients to tackle their technological challenges, boosting up competitiveness and maximizing their potential. For further information, please visit www.zebrac.com or call at +357 22028128.

IBM IBM is an innovation company, serving the needs of enterprises and institutions worldwide. IBM seeks to deliver clients success by enabling their own capacity to innovate, so that they may differentiate their organizations to create a unique competitive advantage. To help its clients achieve growth, productivity, efficiency, and the realization of greater value through innovation, IBM draws upon the world’s leading systems, software and services capabilities to turn enterprises of all sizes, in every major industry, into on demand businesses.

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AstechPay Payment GatewayAstechPay Payment Gateway is a Cyprus Registered Company offering Payment Gateway Services to Online Merchants. Through our proprietary payment gateway system, we can offer a wide range of Solutions to our merchants from credit card processing to e-wallets and Alternative Payment Methods. Benefit from multi-currency processing, global solutions for maximum reach, API integration and easy application process while maintaining the highest level of security and reliability.

Axiom Consulting Axiom is a provider of high-end loyalty management consulting and software solutions on a worldwide basis. The company delivers best practices for CRM and loyalty across multiple industries, including Banking & Financial Services. Its client portfolio includes leading financial institutions such as the Aduno Group (Switzerland), Bank of Cyprus, Euronet Worldwide and BCR (Romania), all of which are leading the customer loyalty path in their respective countries, with Axiom’s solutions for loyalty on real-time payments.www.axiomc.com

CL8.com CL8 is the first, independent, state of the art Data Center in Cyprus. It has the highest international security & operations certificates and standards applicable to a Data Center making CL8 a leader in Cyprus and the area. CL8 has also launched Private & Public Cloud offerings, as well as ICT (Information Communication and Technology) Services with worldwide footprint and exposure.

CSC24Seven.com LtdCSC24Seven.com Ltd established in 2003, registered in Cyprus received its E-Money license from the Central Bank of Cyprus in 2007. Owned by CSCBank SAL and having over 20 year’s financial banking expertise. CSC24Seven.com provides prepaid virtual and physical card programs through licenses with MasterCard, Visa and UnionPay. Working with quality merchants to provide pay out solutions and brand loyalty.

Dioratiki IT Solutions LtdDioratiki provides reliable IT consulting and business software to small, medium and large businesses of any sector. At Dioratiki we recognise that information is vital for management and presenting that information in an efficient and easily understood framework is crucial. That’s why we market business software which address clients’ individual needs. Our success is ultimately dependent on the high quality support we offer for our software solutions.

Global Recruitment SolutionsGRS is recognised as a top recruitment firm and the largest recruiter in Cyprus. We mix our unrivalled expertise, industry knowledge, exceptional online presence and an extensive network with the largest candidate database, giving our clients access to the best talent available. Since 2005 our high quality service is consistently committed to excellence where confidentiality for both client and candidate are at the forefront of our priorities. The GRS Group provides solutions in Recruitment, Search, HR and Payroll Outsourcing.

iSPIRALiSPIRAL is a leading provider of custom software solutions, with an experience of more than 15 years. A skillful group of programmers develop a full range of highly professional services addressed to Financial Institutions (Banks, Investment firms, Insurance firms, Forex, Payment System Providers), Administrative Service Providers, Accounting and Audit firms, Legal firms and Telecommunication providers. iSPIRAL is a local, qualified vendor of AML/KYC Software, Transaction Monitoring, Risk and Compliance, Complaint Management, Automatic Email Management, and other business specific software tools. www.i-spiral.com

JCC Payment SystemsJCC Payment Systems has more than 25 years of experience in the area of card processing. It was created in 1989 following the decision of Cyprus’ major banking institutions to collaborate for the purpose of administering the processing and settlement of card transactions. Today, JCC’s primary role is to provide high-quality financial and data infrastructure services to the banking and commercial community in Cyprus.

MetaQuotes SoftwareMetaQuotes Software is a B2B software development company established in 2000. Since its establishment, the company has achieved outstanding success in developing and delivering a stream of innovative products, services and solutions for financial institutions. Working with some of the world leading businesses, it has earned the reputation as a supplier of the most reliable software solutions. Today its most successful products, MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 are the most popular trading platforms in the world.

Probanx Information Systems Ltd Probanx Information Systems is a banking software company with headquarters in Cyprus, which has recently been taken over by a Hong Kong based group of financial institutions with plans to expand development and support for complete banking software solutions for the global market. Probanx has been supplying the financial industry since the dawn of the new millennium as developer of a fully comprehensive and versatile banking solution software offering capabilities that up until now were affordable only by large commercial banks.

Tools for BrokersT4B is a one-stop Forex technology provider with 8-years experience of helping brokerages at every stage of their lifecycle. We develop plugins and add-ons to Metatrader4/5 trading platforms and provide services to retail brokerage. The product portfolio of T4B consists of more than 80 solutions helping brokerage companies worldwide to increase revenues, automate

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Gloria Jean’s CoffeesGloria Jean’s Coffees is Australian owned with more than 1000 stores in 35 countries. It has become an International Icon and the difference comes from a true dedication to creating the ultimate coffee experience for every guest. We only buy the highest quality Arabica whole bean coffee that is handpicked and sorted. We are a company with a social conscience, proudly supporting our coffee farmers through Rainforest Alliance. The first store in Cyprus opened in 2006 and currently we operate 11 stores.

Cyprus Computer Society (CCS)The Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) is a professional, scientific and independent, not-for-profit organization, seeking to develop, promote and serve the ICT sector and professionals. The CCS is the national licensee for the leading international computer skills certification programme ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence). The ECDL is a globally recognized certificate that asserts that the holder has the vital digital skills needed to use computer applications efficiently and to communicate and collaborate effectively in the workplace, school/university and at home.

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IN Business IN Business magazine has a monthly readership of more than 50,000. It is the only monthly business magazine in the Cyprus market that provides an overall approach to all segments of the economy, ranging from retail to services, as well as reporting on new deals, presenting new faces and, generally, all that is going on in the domestic business realm. IN Business has been a pioneer in local business journalism, thanks to its in-depth analysis and its research backed by never-before published facts and figures. www.inbusinessnews.com

REPORTERA large team of journalists brings the latest news and developments in all areas to this comprehensive news portal. Dedicated to the objective presentation of valid news, with a focus on immediacy, REPORTER is a 24/7 online news and entertainment hub presenting what’s happening in Cyprus and the world. WebTV, audio, infographics and other innovations enrich and enhance the content of the portal, which is optimized for all devices – desktop, laptop, tablet and smartphone. www.reporter.com.cy

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GOLDGOLD magazine was founded in 2011 as the first English-language business monthly in Cyprus. Today, it is not only synonymous with the promotion of good business practices but it has a unique and valuable readership of High Net Worth Individuals, international company executives, English-speaking Cypriot and non-Cypriot businessmen and women. GOLD provides a comprehensive and informed overview of the local business scene, the economy and the market and has gained a reputation for its in-depth articles and revealing interviews with key local and international personalities.www.goldnews.com.cy

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IMHIMH is the largest business knowledge and information transfer organisation in Cyprus. Its services include the coordination and running of conferences, seminars and commercial exhibitions, specialist business media publishing and human resources consulting. Every year, IMH organises more than 80 conferences related to every sector of the market, commercial exhibitions and training seminars, and undertakes the entire process of five business award ceremonies. IMH publishes the only dedicated business magazines in Cyprus: the Greek language monthly IN Business and the English-language monthly Gold, which are read by tens of thousands of Cypriot and non-Cypriot professionals, managers and entrepreneurs. It also operates the magazines’ accompanying news portals, the IN Business Portal (www.inbusinessnews.com), the GOLD Portal (www.goldnews.com.cy) and the REPORTER (www.reporter.com.cy) ΙΜΗ also delivers via e-mail the IN Business Daily Newsletter, the GOLD News Daily Newsletter and the REPORTER Newsletter. The IMH Business Development Department bids for tenders published by local public sector bodies, the European Union and other international organisations. Through its activities, ΙΜΗ gives businesses a chance to develop, to network, to find new clients and business associates, to communicate with new audiences and discover growth opportunities. www.imhbusiness.com

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08:30 – 09:15 Registrations

09:15 – 09:30 Introduction by the Chairman FinTech just around the corner… Examples from Cyprus and the World

FinTech is in essence the innovative use of technology in the design and delivery of financial services. We will explore several examples of how real-life financial problems the legacy banking world could not address, have been solved using technology. Do we have such cases in Cyprus? What is the opportunity for local FinTech firms, bankers and business users or the end consumer? Can Cyprus wait, follow or dare to lead? Demetris V. Constantinou, Co-founder and Director, PHILOSHOPIC, Cyprus

09:30 – 09:45 The Near Future of FinTech This presentation will talk you through the technology trends that are expected to have a significant impact on the financial sector.Spiros Margaris, Venture Capitalist; Founder, Margaris Advisory, Switzerland

Defining and Exploring Fintech Trends

09:45 – 10:00 Navigating the Payments WorldPayments have long been a backwater of finance, pleasantly profitable yet placid. Now all that is changing. The industry is entering a period of extreme disruption as consumers are becoming increasingly tech-savvy and demanding, advances in technology enable multiple proposals for convenience in payments, the regulatory framework forces the industry to ‘open-up’ and fast-growing FinTechs are lining up for the challenge. The presentation will navigate you through this exciting landscape.Harris Marcou, Business Development Manager, NetInfo Plc, Cyprus

10:00 – 10:15 Everything you need to know about cashless payments from a single sourceEverything you need to know about cashless payments from a single source and the introduction of SIX Payment Services to the Cypriot Market.Manuel Alexe, Head of Market Development, Six Payment Services, Switzerland

10:15 – 10:35 The Digital Reinvention of a Cypriot bank – Case study: @HellenicbankTraditional banks are now facing stiff competition from startups, such as PayPal and Square, but also from established newcomers like Google and Amazon that firmly have their sights on becoming the nerve centers for all key transactions. Hellenic Bank talks about how banks should think less in terms of growing business units and more on identifying new uses and use cases that effectively respond to the changing needs of customers.Natasha Kyprianides, Group Head of Digital Banking & Innovation, Hellenic Bank Group, CyprusModerator:Spiros Margaris, Venture Capitalist and Founder, Margaris Advisory, Switzerland

10:35 – 10:50 Dollar and Sense of Knowledge Digitization to Achieve Sustaining Growth with DigitalThe investment management industry is transforming from transactions to services: from product driven revenues towards transparent packaging of advice that clients are willing to pay for. Tighter regulation demands a more transparent approach of client centricity, while investors call for added-value personalization across all digital touch points. FinTech innovation is the opportunity to master industry transformation, augmenting clients capability to make financial decisions and adding value to the role of intermediaries. We will move beyond three buzz words by sharing key lessons learned: 1) Disruption: sustaining innovation is more important disruptive innovation; 2) Digital: banking and insurance are PUSH economies, while digital is PULL technology; and 3) Unbundle: bundling back financial services is more important than unbundling them.Paolo Sironi, FinTech Thought Leader, IBM Watson Financial Services; Elective Member, IBM Industry Academy, Germany

10:50 – 11:00 Questions & Answers

11:00 – 11:45 Networking Break in the Exhibition AreaInauguration of the Cyprus FinTech ExpoMarios Demetriades, Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Cyprus

11:45– 12:00 Global Growth in FinTech – What does it mean and what are the trends?FinTech has been the buzzword in the financial services and banking for several years. As the new raft of FinTech entrants grow and expand - what does it take to maintain a successful FinTech startup? And how is the traditional financial services industry reacting, dealing with and/or embracing the new FinTech ecosystem. Liz Lumley, Global FinTech Commentator, UK

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12:00 – 12:15 EY FinTech Adoption IndexEY’s global study on FinTech adoption rates, categories and key success factors. The study demonstrates the latest trends, adoption areas and up and demographics of high adopters in developed and emerging markets globally.Spyros Loizou, Senior Manager Advisory Services, EY Cyprus, Cyprus

12:15 – 12:30 Era of Collaboration and API EconomyPresentation will focus on the Era of Collaboration through the Open Source community and how API Management can enable this. FinTech is fueled by Open Source in various projects of all layers: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Cloud and so on. All teams will henceforth expose their data and functionality through service interfaces and communicate with each other through these interfaces. Red Hat enables to build an API strategy in order to enable exactly this communication. Menny Tsarfati, Solutions Architect Manager, Red Hat, Israel

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12:30 – 12:45 APIs the Engine of FinTech InnovationThe development of the FinTech is driving innovation in the financial services sector, and will increase competition and consumer choice in banking and payments. The future of banking is in collaboration with FinTech to share data and jointly provide value added services to retain and attract customers. Through secure well managed APIs, Financial Institutions can gain a competitive advantage and quickly respond to the pressures of a highly competition market.Dimitrios Tiligadas, Technical Sales Manager & Security Architect, CA Technologies – South Eastern Europe, Russia & CIS, Greece

12:45 – 13:00 The Financial Cyber Security Landscape: Challenges, Adversaries, New SolutionsA discussion of the current state of cyber security in the financial services industry and a review of the latest defense technologies.Guy Halfon, CEO, Kiwinet, Israel

13:00 – 13:15 Automated KYC – Remote & In-Branch ID Verification for Multiple Channels KYC – (Know Your Customer), has become topical recently due to EU Directives, AML (Anti Money Laundering) and CFT (Counterfeiting and Financing of Terrorism). These directives apply not only to financial institutions, but to Law Offices, Notaries, Traders, Transport and more. This gives rise to solutions that are automated and capable of multi-channel deployment with a high level of consumer friendliness. The presentation sets out to cover the subject and give insight into the possibilities available to meet regulations.Nicolas Nicola, Country Manager and Sales Director – South East Europe & the Balkans, Gemalto, Switzerland

13:15 – 13:30 Tackling Regulatory Challenges with RegTechRegulatory Technology (RegTech) has rapidly risen during the last few years. What exactly is (RegTech) and why is it becoming the next big thing? A discussion on RegTech applications and how it can be used to mitigate regulatory reporting challenges, with particular emphasis on transaction reporting regulatory obligations. Stavros Vassiliades, CFA, Operations & Compliance Manager, MAP FinTech, Cyprus

13:30 – 13:45 Bitcoin and Blockchain: How will new forms of money and decentralised trust impact financial services? As digital currencies and blockchains proliferate, businesses and governments try to understand the true

disruptive potential of these technologies and the impact they will have on banking and commerce. We will outline how crypto-currencies redefine money toward new forms of direct programmable means of exchange. We will also highlight the major areas of disruption to the financial services industry as it faces dis-intermediation of traditional services across all market segments. George M. Giaglis, Director, Institute for the Future, University of Nicosia, Cyprus

13:45 – 14:00 Digital Transformation and New Business ModelsAn exploration of the digitalization of products and services, and an examination of how businesses can leverage the power of digital platforms to innovate and better compete in the digital ecosystem. How businesses can tap into the value of customer relationships, redefining and eventually monetizing the customer experience, creating a more compelling value proposition.Andreas S. Panayiotou, Business Development Manager, Hellenic Technical Enterprises Ltd, Cyprus

14:00 – 14:10 Questions & Answers

14:10 – 14:50 Networking Cocktail in the Exhibition Area

14:50 – 15:10 The Game of FinTech Thrones - reloadedFinTech became a hype since almost a decade ago, and now the battle for playing a crucial role in the To-Be reformed financial services touches its peak. Through collaboration, engaging the right stakeholders, and emphasis on Financial Inclusion: a planetary view of FinTech.Matteo Rizzi, Founder, FinTechStage, UK

Winning the Game of FinTech

15:10 – 15:25 Global FinTech Investment Trends and Opportunities for CyprusThe presentation will evolve around the global investment trends in FinTech, the major players and the trending verticals. It will also provide a brief analysis of the opportunities of a FinTech revolution in Cyprus.Pangratios P. Vanezis, Board Member and Fintech Leader, KPMG Cyprus, Cyprus

15:25 – 15:40 Empowering Financial Services in the Digital EconomyDigital is Business in financial services. In Microsoft, we empower financial institutions to thrive in a transformed digital economy by focusing on four primary areas: 1) engage your customer with compelling experiences across all channels; 2) empower your employees to drive customer intimacy and be digitally astute; 3) optimize your operations for efficiency, compliance and risk management; and 4) transform your products to unlock new revenue opportunities and achieve growth.Chrysa Mataragka, Digital Advisor for Financial Services – Central & Eastern Europe, Microsoft, Greece

15:40 – 15:55 A voice from the East: WeChat – A case study for AARRR With 889 million active users and over 10 million official accounts, Wechat is one of the world’s most innovative and versatile apps; as well as China’s largest messaging app. This presentation will see Ms Rao share her insights on how case studies like the WeChat Terminal can add value to the AARRR model (Acquisition, Activation, Retention, Revenue and Referral) and how this in turn can be implemented successfully in the financial services industry. Let’s Wechat!Li Rao, Managing Director, Europe, Lean Work HK Ltd, China

15:55 – 16:05 Questions & Answers

16:05 – 16:10 Closing Remarks by the ChairmanDemetris V. Constantinou, Co-founder and Director, PHILOSHOPIC, Cyprus

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Chairman

Demetris V. Constantinou, Co-founder and Director, PHILOSHOPIC, CyprusDemetris Constantinou is the co-founder and Director of PHILOSHOPIC, a cloud commerce technologies firm focusing on the design and development of digital wallet solutions for customers internationally. Demetris has a passion for enabling exciting consumer experiences and carries 15+ years of professional experience around modern channels for transactions and payments. He has previously served in leadership EMEA level positions at NCR Corporation and Velti S.A. in Greece. He holds a degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from the University of Warwick and an MSc in Management Science from Warwick Business School.

Featuring Speakers

Spiros Margaris, Venture Capitalist; Founder, Margaris Advisory, Switzerland Spiros Margaris is a Venture Capitalist and Thought Leader in the FinTech & Insurtech scene. He was ranked No. 1 FinTech & No. 2 Insurtech global influencer by Onalytica and regularly appears in the top three positions in several industry rankings. He is also ranked worldwide the No. 11 Artificial Intelligence (AI) influencer by Jay Palter Social Advisory. He is a frequent speaker at international FinTech and Insurtech conferences and publishes articles on his innovation proposals and thought leadership.

Harris Marcou, Business Development Manager, NetInfo Plc, CyprusHarris Marcou is the Business Development Manager of NETinfo Plc for the EMEA region where he promotes the NETteller Digital Banking Platform and Mobile Financial Services within the Financial Industry. An accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in the Deployment of solutions for financial institutions globally. Through his direct interactions with Financial Institutions in both emerging and developed countries, he has gained an insight into the current evolution and challenges within the Digital Payment Industry.

Manuel Alexe, Head Market Development, Six Payment Services, SwitzerlandManuel Alexe joined the SIX Group in 2013 and is responsible for the Market Development of the Payment Services Division of the Group in his current position. Previous appointments include Vice-President at Mastercard Worldwide and Business Development Manager at the EBRD, where Manuel was responsible for developing products and services for emerging markets and financial institutions.

Natasha Kyprianides, Group Head of Digital Banking & Innovation, Hellenic Bank Group, CyprusNatasha is a key change agent at Hellenic Bank driving the customer-facing digital agenda, accountable for digital banking business across all segments. Recognized and active internationally as a digital expert, keynote speaker and FinTech thought leader with extensive experience within the banking industry, she also serves as an advisory board member at various distinguished organisations in Europe. Natasha ranks high as a FinTech influencer on lists such as Innovate Finance: Women in FinTech 2016 Powerlist. Notably, Natasha has been profiled for the FemTech Leaders series and short-listed by the prestigious Banking Technology magazine for the “Tech Leadership” award in 2017.

Paolo Sironi, FinTech Thought Leader, IBM Watson Financial Services; Elective Member, IBM Industry Academy, GermanyPaolo is FinTech Thought Leader at IBM Watson Financial Services and a recognised author in Financial Technology and Innovation, demonstrating international expertise in investment management, capital markets, risk management and corporate banking. As a pioneer in FinTech digitisation, Paolo founded a FinTech joint-venture (2008) to augment personal finance. He joined IBM (2012) following the acquisition of funding partner Algorithmics, itself a world leader of risk management solutions. Paolo was previously head of market and counterparty risk modeling at Banca Intesa Sanpaolo. He is the author of bestselling “FinTech Innovation” (Wiley 2016), “Modern Portfolio Management” (RiskBooks, 2015) and «Financial Advice Transformation» (PF, 2017), as well as the co-author of “The FinTech Book” (Wiley, 2016).

Liz Lumley, Global FinTech Commentator, UK Liz Lumley is a global specialist commentator on global financial technology or ‘FinTech’. She has spent over 20 years working in the financial technology space, most recently as Managing Director at Startupbootcamp FinTech London and as an editor at financial services and technology newswire, Finextra. In addition to being an internationally recognised conference speaker and moderator, she is also a regular contributor to several well known podcasts including Brett King’s Breaking Banks on the VoiceAmerica Business channel and FinTech Insider from 11.FS. Liz recently worked with Innovate Finance on the launch of their FinTech Global Growth Forum this September. You can read her regular thoughts on her journey through FinTech and global startups on the blog Girl, Disrupted at www.girl-disrupted.com.

Spyros Loizou, Senior Manager Advisory Services, EY Cyprus, CyprusSpyros is a Senior Manager, leading the IT Advisory practice in Cyprus. He has over 9 years of experience in IT risk and advisory delivering engagements for the financial services sector both locally and abroad. He is specialized in services related to risk and performance analytics leveraging Big Data and IoT, e-wallet / e-payments ecosystem coupled with cyber security, data computer privacy and IT compliance such as PCI-DSS, ISO27001, GDPR, etc. He was previously employed by Morgan Stanley Investment bank in London where he was leading the quantitative risk modeling team of the Technology and Data Division. He holds a BSc in Science and a Master of Business Administration. He is also a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), an ACL Certified Data Analyst (ACDA) as well as a certified ISO ISMS 27001 Lead Implementer.

Menny Tsarfati, Solutions Architect Manager, Red Hat, IsraelMenny Tsarfaty is currently Solutions Architect Manager at Red Hat for Israel, Greece and Cyprus. Menny has been with Red Hat for 1.2 years and specializes in Digitalization, PaaS, Microservices Architecture, ITAAS, Cloud Architecture, Enterprise Architecture and DataCenter Transformation. Prior to Red Hat, Menny spent 3 years as Business Solution Strategist at VMware and 4 years as the CTO of Global Account and Technology Services at HP. Menny leads IT Strategy Cloud reference architecture, roadmaps consultancy and workshops for big enterprises. Menny also acts as a lecturer in Computer Science (SOA) as well as lecturer for CIO courses.

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Dimitrios Tiligadas, Technical Sales Manager & Security Architect, CA Technologies – South Eastern Europe, Russia & CIS, Greece Dimitrios Tiligadas is the Technical Sales Manager and Security Architect of CA South Eastern Europe. He is responsible for CA’s Presales activities in the region and has been with CA since 2006. Dimitrios has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry and more specifically in the domain of IT Security. He has extensive experience in Identity Management and Governance solutions and has worked in a number of projects in Europe and in the US.

Guy Halfon, CEO, Kiwinet, IsraelWith over 20 years experience in the IT industry, Guy has hands-on skills in development and systems administration. Guy has held various roles throughout the years with responsibilities ranging from general management and project management to sales and technical support. An entrepreneur and innovator by nature, Guy now serves as the CEO of Kiwinet. In his current role, Guy is helping organisations with their cloud and security needs in collaboration with Dexterity in Cyprus. Guy’s commando team of engineers is ready for any IT challenge, helping small startups and large enterprises alike.

Nicolas Nicola, Country Manager and Sales Director – South East Europe and the Balkans, Gemalto, SwitzerlandNicolas is a seasoned expert in payment systems and digital solutions and has been in the payments industry since 2006. He currently holds the position of Country Manager and Sales Director for South East Europe and The Balkans (Greece, Cyprus, Serbia, Fyrom, Bulgaria, Albania, Kosovo) at Gemalto. His experiences draw from the Banking & Payments sector which includes all digital solutions such as EMV, KYC/IDV, Mobile Payments, Biometrics, SCA and PSD2. Nicolas is of Greek Cypriot origin and based in Zurich, Switzerland.

Stavros Vassiliades, CFA, Operations & Compliance Manager, MAP FinTechStavros Vassiliades is the Operations and Compliance Manager in MAP FinTech, a ΜΑΡ S.Platis Group company. He has experience on providing guidance and support for regulatory reporting projects, especially in the area of regulatory transaction reporting under MiFID, MiFID II/MiFIR and EMIR and reporting under CRS and FATCA. In the past, he was worked as a proprietary trader and as a consultant on services related to the Capital Requirements Directive. Stavros is a CFA Charterholder and holds CySEC’s Advanced Certification, a BSc in Mathematics (University of Athens, GR) and an MSc in Weather, Climate and Modeling (University of Reading, UK).

George M. Giaglis, Director, Institute for the Future, University of Nicosia, CyprusGeorge is Director of the Institute for the Future (IFF) at the University of Nicosia. Prior to joining IFF, he was Vice Rector and Professor at the Athens University of Economics and Business, Greece. His interests focus on digital currencies, blockchain applications and the sharing economy. He has published more than 150 papers in scientific journals and conferences and serves in the editorial board of seven academic journals. George has been one of the first academics to research and teach on blockchain, having designed the curriculum of the world’s first blockchain MSc (http://unic.ac.cy/blockchain) and blockchain publishing of academic degrees (http://block.co).

Andreas S. Panayiotou, Business Development Manager, Hellenic Technical Enterprises Ltd, CyprusAndreas S. Panayiotou leads the efforts for expanding and diversifying the clientele of Hellenic Technical Enterprises Ltd, and evangelizes the innovative, ground-breaking digital solutions of the company. In this capacity, he interacts daily with clients in the financial, education, private and public sectors, and helps solve their issues on the path to digital transformation. Andreas is a PRINCE2 Certified Practitioner and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University at Albany, NY, a Master’s in Business Administration, as well as a Master’s in Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior.

Matteo Rizzi, Founder, FinTechStage, UKFor Three years in a row (2014-2016), Financial News has nominated Matteo as one of the “40 most influential FinTech executives in Europe” and Bank Innovation named him one of the “30 Innovators to watch shaping the industry” in 2014. Matteo is one of the original founders of Innotribe, the SWIFT innovation brand pioneering FinTech initiatives Back in 2009. In 2015, he created and co-founded www.FinTechStage.com, a platform for Investors, Innovators and start-ups to foster FinTech innovation globally.

Pangratios P. Vanezis, Board Member and Fintech Leader, KPMG Cyprus, CyprusPangratios Vanezis joined KPMG in Cyprus in 2003 and became a Board Member in 2016. He is the Fintech leader possessing extensive experience in insurance and financial issues. Pangratios is very influential in the growing entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem in Cyprus and he is a speaker, host and moderator in many local events. In 2014 his role was pivotal in the creation of the KPMG Enterprise and Startups team of KPMG Cyprus. Pangratios is also part of the crowd-funding initiative in Cyprus and involved in the legislation drafting. He has experience in auditing clients from diverse industries, with a particular focus on banking and insurance industry.

Chrysa Mataragka, Digital Advisor for Financial Services – Central & Eastern Europe, Microsoft, Greece Chrysa Mataragka is a Digital Advisor within Microsoft’s Digital Advisory Services with broad international experience in Business and Technology Consulting in the Financial Services Industry. She sits right at the intersection of Business and Technology, specializing in partnering with financial institutions to reimagine and transform their customer engagement, employee experiences, business models and operations. Prior to joining Microsoft, Chrysa worked as a FSI Technology Strategy Consultant in Deloitte UK and Luxembourg.

Li Rao, Managing Director – Europe, Lean Works HK Ltd, ChinaLi Rao is a veteran of the Forex Industry. She joined the FX industry in January 2005 and has since advanced her career from ASM to CSO in a top tier international broker. Li Rao has lived and breathed sales in different stages of life cycles of FX brokers. Li Rao commands in-depth understanding of Sales, Marketing, BD, Affiliation and FX Technologies. She is an inspirational leader who has set up and managed multinational, multifunctional teams in multiple locations. Li Rao is determined to contribute her decade of industry knowledge, market experience and un-changed passion and dedication into the success of Lean Work Clients.

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2 Probanx Information Systems Ltd SEPAGA

3 Global Recruitment Solutions

4 JCC Payment Systems

5 Lean Work HK Ltd

7 Dexterity

9 Axiom Consulting

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11 The University of Nicosia

13 Tools for Brokers (T4B)

14 G.A.P. Vassilopoulos Group SIX Payment Services

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17 Microsoft Cyprus Ltd

18 Cablenet Cablenet Business

19 KPMG Ltd

20 Hellenic Technical Enterprises Ltd

21 EY

22 Logicom Solutions

23 MetaQuotes Software

24 CL8.com

25 Astech Pay Payment Gateway

26 CSC24Seven.com Ltd

27 NETinfo Plc

28 Dioratiki IT Solutions Ltd

29 MAP FinTech

30 ZEBRA Consultants Ltd Red Hat

31 IBM

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