Financial Center News | 21 February 2025

The February WAIFC newsletter features an exclusive interview with Lynn Robbroeckx, Secretary General of Luxembourg for Finance, discussing the WAIFC Talent Report and talent attraction in an AI-driven world. Thomas Krantz reflects on Davos 2025 and technology’s impact on financial leadership. Updates from Casablanca Finance City, TheCityUK, AIFC, and Luxembourg for Finance, plus upcoming events from the Inclusive Fintech Forum in Kigali to the Dubai Fintech Summit.

#WAIFC #TalentReport #Finance

Warsaw Finance Week 2025 | November 3-5 Future Finance Summit | November 4-5

Expect expert roundtables, panel discussions, workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Last year welcomed over 600 in-person guests and 1,000+ online attendees, featuring 40+ hours of discussions with 200 industry experts.

#WarsawFinanceWeek #FutureFinancePoland #WAIFC

Dr. Keri Pearlson discusses organizational resilience against cyber threats in the UAE financial sector. She addresses AI-driven phishing, ransomware, and supply chain vulnerabilities, offering insights on building resilience and leveraging AI for employee training and third-party risk management.

#ADGM #Cybersecurity #AI #FinancialSector

AIFC has released a comprehensive report on emissions trading systems and voluntary carbon markets. Kazakhstan’s emissions trading system faces challenges with 100% free allocation resulting in a ~$1 carbon price versus the EU’s $90. Recommendations include introducing paid allocation and resuming carbon trading. The AIFC Carbon Platform aims to facilitate carbon credit trading regionally.

#AIFC #CarbonMarkets #Kazakhstan #ClimateFinance

Frédéric Philibert, associate at Ailancy Advisory Maroc, shares his testimony about CFC’s role in fostering business growth through the Africa Tour, which facilitated discussions with financial sector leaders across West Africa.

#CFC #Africa #FinancialServices

DIFC and Asia House invite participation in an upcoming webinar and panel discussion featuring leading finance figures discussing global financial landscape changes and opportunities. Register for the inaugural Future of Finance series report.

#DIFC #AsiaHouse #FutureOfFinance #GlobalFinance

Mauritius ranks 2nd highest in Africa per the Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2024, attributed to well-developed digital infrastructure and innovative schemes. The startup ecosystem operates in a conducive environment supporting entrepreneur innovation and growth.

#EDB #Mauritius #StartupEcosystem #Africa

Leaders collectively working to reshape Nigeria’s economic future through building a thriving, sustainable Financial and Professional Services sector.

#EnterpriseNGR #Nigeria #FinancialServices

Recognizing Sandra Russo’s 6-year contribution to FinanceMalta and celebrating her dedication, hard work, and instrumental role in the organization’s success.

#FinanceMalta #TeamAppreciation

What are the benefits of adopting simplified International Financial Reporting Standards for small and medium enterprises? FSA Oman explores how IFRS for SMEs can strengthen financial transparency and support business growth.

#FSAOman #IFRS #SMEs #FinancialReporting

FinCity.Tokyo provides comprehensive support resources for foreign FinTech companies and asset managers considering Tokyo market expansion, including assistance from Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Japan’s Financial Services Agency, and JETRO.

#FinCityTokyo #Tokyo #Fintech #Japan

German startup funding increased 17% to over €7 billion in 2024. Despite declining financing rounds, total investment rose. Bavaria surpassed Berlin in investments; AI startups raised €2.2 billion, exceeding all other sectors. Health and Energy sectors continue growing.

#FrankfurtMainFinance #Startups #Germany #VentureCapital

FinCrime Specialization progresses with multiple initiatives underway. An end-of-February meeting is set to review initiatives and plan the next phase. Focus includes the FinCrime Report and Data Catalogue Initiative for standardized approaches in financial crime prevention, led by Accenture.

#FFP #FinCrime #AML #Poland

Sharing reflections on Hong Kong’s digital assets policy framework – learning from stakeholder presentations and focusing on historical context, strategic direction, and future potential. Hong Kong’s strong financial and professional services presence is a clear competitive advantage. Blockchain and crypto discussions continue throughout the week.

#FSDC #HongKong #DigitalAssets #Blockchain

Istanbul Financial Center – an aesthetic work of art shaping the new face of modern finance through beautifully designed business infrastructure.

#IFC #Istanbul #Architecture #Finance

Jersey Finance explores "The Big Transition" and next steps for Jersey’s international financial center during a week-long summit. Looking ahead to the challenges and opportunities shaping finance’s future.

#JerseyFinance #SustainableFinance #TheBigTransition

One week remains for registration for the Inclusive Fintech Forum 2025 in Kigali – gathering global leaders in FinTech and financial inclusion. Gain insights from industry experts, connect with investors, and explore fintech’s African future. Final spots filling rapidly!

#IFF2025 #KIFC #Fintech #Kigali

Luxembourg presents its vision for 2030 as a competitive European hub offering a stable, predictable environment for cross-border operations. Our three 2030 objectives focus on enabling a Savings and Investment Union, facilitating long-term investment, and paving the way for private assets in Europe.

#Luxembourg #Ambitions2030 #EuropeanFinance

QFC offers exclusive Web Summit Qatar incentives including waived registration fees, waived annual fees, and waived corporate tax for the first four years. Visit our Booth E201 at Startup Qatar Pavilion.

#QFC #WebSummitQatar #Qatar #BusinessIncentives

TheCityUK announces new successor chair appointments: Omar Ali (EY) as Board Chair, Anne Richards (Fidelity International) as Leadership Council Chair effective July 1, 2025, and Edward Braham (M&G plc) as Next Generation Leadership Council Chair effective April 1, 2025.

#TheCityUK #Leadership #Finance