Fintech Roundtable

Fintech Roundtable

Accelerating Open Banking & the Future of Currency in Canada

Join top fintech leaders for an exclusive roundtable tackling Canada’s open banking future, digital currencies, and innovation opportunities.

Thursday May 22nd, 2025

Roundtable Overview

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Canada’s financial ecosystem stands at a turning point. As global markets advance open banking, Canada faces both challenges and opportunities in defining its path forward. This exclusive roundtable gathers fintech leaders, regulators, banks, and advocates to chart a course for an innovative, secure, and inclusive financial future — exploring open banking, digital currencies, and the evolution of financial infrastructure.

  • BMO Centre At Stampede Park
  • Thursday May 22nd, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00pm
  • Room 209 – 210

Roundtable Speakers

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The Details

Join Alberta’s top tech founders and executives for an exclusive, intimate discussion on regional investment opportunities and innovation strategies. This limited-capacity roundtable promises meaningful dialogue and valuable connections for investors and industry leaders.

why this matters

Canada’s open banking efforts have lagged behind international peers. Without swift action, Canada risks falling behind in innovation, consumer empowerment, and economic competitiveness. This session explores the urgency of advancing a secure, consumer-centric open banking system.

Key Discussion Topics

How Canada can meet its 2025 open banking target

  • Building trust through privacy-first frameworks
  • Defining roles: fintechs, regulators, banks
  • The intersection of open banking and digital currencies
  • Technical foundations for interoperability and security

Who Should Attend

This roundtable is designed for fintech founders, policy makers, regulators, financial institutions, and consumer advocates looking to shape Canada’s financial future.

About the Moderator

Neil Desai is a leading public policy expert in innovation, security, and digital governance. His insights bridge the public and private sectors to foster thoughtful, actionable solutions.