CFS2023 Agenda

#CFS2023

SCHEDULE DETAILS Agenda of Event

9.00 - 10.00

Welcome Coffee at Carob Mill, Limassol - Pre-Networking

10.00 - 10.05

Welcome Note by CEO of XValley Technologies (Organiser)

Andreas Livadiotis

10.05 - 10.10

Welcome Note by Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy

Philippos Hadjizacharias

10.10 - 10.30

Keynote Presentation by a Microsoft Chief BDO Worldwide Financial Services

Christian Sarafidis

10.30 - 10.45

Keynote Presentation by the CEO of Invest Cyprus - Cyprus, A growing tech hub in the EU

Marios Tannousis

10.45 - 11.30

Chat #1: The Future of Digital Payments

Exploring the latest trends and innovations in the digital payments space, including the rise of cryptocurrencies and blockchain-based payments.

Conny Dorrestijn

Andreas Vlachos

Ezichim Onweagba

Francesca Aliverti - Moderator

11.30 – 12.00

Networking Coffee Break #1 in Booth area

12.00 - 12.45

Chat #2: Building a strong Ecosystem for FinTech

How can Cyprus and other countries in the region foster a vibrant ecosystem for FinTech startups,  including access to capital, mentorship, and networking opportunities?

Nasir Zubairi

Nikolas Xenofontos

Marios Tannousis

Yuriy Romanyukha

Alexey Gubarev

Antonia Michail

12.45 - 13.15

Chat#3: Crypto as an asset class for Banks: are banks ready?

This thought-provoking panel aims to explore the evolving role of cryptocurrencies as a potential asset class for traditional banks and assess their preparedness to adopt this new paradigm.

Lukas Enzersdorfer-Konrad

Viktoria Soltesz

Matteo Rizzi - Moderator

13.15 - 14.15

Networking Lunch Break in Booth area

14:15 - 14:30

Presentation by Director of Financial Technologies in Andersen

Denis Astapchenia

14.30 - 15.15

Chat #4: The role of AI and ML in Fintech

Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are revolutionizing the fintech industry, unlocking new possibilities for innovation, automation, and data-driven decision-making.

James Varga

Dr. Efi Pylarinou

Dr. Andreas Petridis

Andreas Livadiotis

Panis Pieri

15.15 - 16.00

Chat #5: Change the mindset, change the game: corporate and entrepreneurship wellbeing

Discover the critical importance of nurturing wellbeing and fostering a positive mindset within corporate environments and entrepreneurship, as industry experts share strategies, insights, and success stories that can lead to enhanced productivity, satisfaction, and overall success in the business world.

Nektarios Liolios

Eirini Fotiou

Elena Krutova

Tony Jamous

Matteo Rizzi - Moderator

16.00 - 16.30

Networking Coffee Break #2 in Booth area

16.30 - 17.15

Chat #6: Navigating the Future of FinTech

Join industry visionaries and thought leaders as they navigate the ever-evolving landscape of FinTech, discussing emerging trends, disruptive technologies, regulatory challenges, and strategic insights to help shape the future of finance.

David Gyori

Alessandro Hatami

Christian Sarafidis

Styliana Charalambous - Moderator

17.15 - 17.20

Closing Remarks

Andreas Livadiotis

Matteo Rizzi - Moderator

17.20 - 19.20

After Party at Carob Mill

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