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180 Minutes of the Future of Payments

Kickstart Your Morning and Experience 180 Minutes of the Future of Payments

This breakfast seminar features keynotes by industry leaders, thought-provoking discussions, and valuable networking opportunities designed exclusively for banking professionals. 

What? 180 Minutes of the Future of Payments
When? January 22, 2025
Where? HUONE Events, Kluuvi, Kluuvikatu 7, Helsinki

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to dive deep into the Future of Payments. 

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Are You Ready for the Future of Payments?

The European payments landscape is on the verge of a major transformation. Advances in technology, shifting consumer behavior, and the rise of digital currencies are all playing a role in reshaping how we interact with money. Instant is prevailing around us in all aspects – instant payment, instant clearing and Instant economy.

Our soon to be published white paper on the Future of European Payments delves deep into these upcoming changes, providing a inside look at what to expect in the next decade. It highlights three key timeframes that will shape the future: immediate trends, near-future developments, and long-term mega trends. Current trends, such as mobile payment solutions and the growing importance of digital trust, require businesses and financial institutions to act now.

Over the next five years, the rise of biometric authentication and the push for real-time, seamless payment experiences will redefine how we make transactions. Looking further ahead, we can expect Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), decentralized finance (DeFi) to become major players, alongside with change in people’s trust equation.

Tomi Mölsä
Samlink Advisory Services

180 Minutes

Connections over Breakfast

Enjoy a complimentary breakfast in a relaxed setting while preparing for a morning of learning and inspiration.  

Expert Insights

Gain firsthand knowledge of the Future of Payments in banking through keynote presentations and discussions led by industry leaders.

Valuable Networking

Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and explore collaboration opportunities. Be a part of a community of forward-thinkers ready to tackle challenges and opportunities. 

Program Overview

8:30–8:45 AM
Breakfast Buzz: Connections Over Coffee

8:45–8:50
Opening words
Pål Krogdahl / Director of Technology Strategy and Advisory Services, Samlink

8:50–9:15 AM
Keynote: The Future of Payments 
Tomi Mölsä / Consultant of Technology Strategy and Advisory Services, Samlink

9:15–9:45 AM
Keynote:
Perttu Kröger / Country Manager Finland & Director of Open Banking, Vipps Mobilepay

9:45–10:15 AM
Keynote:
Kai Lindström / VP, SOK Payments Services

10:15–10:45 AM
Keynote: Hero or Zero—Rethink Payment in Value Creation?
Alexander Yin / Group President, Epassi

10:45–11:15 AM
Keynote: Letters from the Frontlines: Navigating the Digital Euro – A Banker’s Blueprint for our Future with Digital Currencies
Ville Sointu / Chief Strategist, Digital Currencies, Nordea

11:15–11:30 AM
Key Takeaways / Tomi Mölsä
Wrap-Up Connections

Don’t Miss Out

This is an opportunity to expand your network and learn about how the way we do payments is changing the future. Limited seats available—register today to secure your spot!

Meet the Speakers!

Our speakers will provide expert insights into the future of payments in banking, drawing from their extensive industry experience. Join them for keynote presentations and engaging discussions on the latest trends and innovations.

Tomi Mölsä, Banking Consultant at Samlink

Tomi Mölsä is a passionate financial analyst and industry expert with experience in the banking and financial services sector. Driven by a deep-seated belief in the power of technology to transform lives, he has dedicated his career to exploring the innovative trends that are reshaping the future of payments. With a strong background in payment systems and digital finance, Tomi has witnessed firsthand the incredible impact that digital solutions can have on individuals and businesses alike. He believes every payment carries a story, and by improving the systems behind these transactions, we can enhance lives in profound ways. His work focuses on empowering consumers and organizations to thrive in an increasingly digital world, particularly through the study of future payment technologies and emerging trends.
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Perttu Kröger, Country Manager Finland & Director of Open Banking at Vipps Mobilepay

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Kai Lindström, VP at SOK Payments Services

Kai Lindström works as the VP Payments at SOK, which is a group guiding entity of S Group—Finland’s largest retail group. Kai has worked with payments for 20 years, both in issuing and acquiring and for banks and merchants. At SOK, he and his team are managing group’s payment acceptance service’s operational reliability, cost-effectiveness and compliance.
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Alexander Yin, Group President at Epassi

Alexander Yin is a passionate business builder and have built and grown several companies among which the most known ones include Eficode and Epassi. He came to Finland in pursuit of his PhD in computer science but found his real passion to grow Finnish companies to global stage. As Group President of Epassi, Alexander leads the vision, strategy, and R&D of the company among other duties. 
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Ville Sointu, Chief Strategist, Digital Currencies at Nordea

Ville Sointu is the Chief Strategist for digital currencies at Nordea Bank. With a career spanning since 2002 in fintech, Ville has held pivotal roles globally, innovating in financial services and connected devices. His expertise is recognized in influential circles, including the European Central Bank’s former Digital Euro Market Advisory Group, the board of Mobey Forum and the advisory board of GSMA’s Inclusive Tech Lab. Ville has also contributed to a number of key industry and policy organizations like the EBF, OECD and EBA and in his free time enjoys co-hosting the ‘Fintech Daydreaming’ podcast, sharing his insights into fintech’s evolving landscape.
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Venue

Step into the inviting and energizing space of HUONE Events in Kluuvi, Helsinki, perfect for our dynamic Breakfast Seminar. You’ll find the venue in Kluuvikatu 7 right at the corner of the Kluuvi shopping mall.

What Are You Waiting For?

We’re building a community of forward-thinkers. This is an opportunity for industry professionals to gain firsthand knowledge. Network with peers and explore potential collaborations. Together, we are ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow’s banking world.
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Recap from the Previous Breakfast Seminar

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