Bridging Innovation, Regulation, and Capital to Shape the Future of Finance

Bridging Innovation, Regulation, and Capital to Shape the Future of Finance

What is GFTN?

The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a Singapore-headquartered organisation that leverages technology and innovation to create more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems through global collaboration. GFTN hosts a worldwide network of forums (including its flagship event, the Singapore FinTech Festival); advises governments and companies on policies and the development of digital ecosystems and innovation within the financial sector; offers digital infrastructure solutions; and plans to invest in financial technology startups through its upcoming venture fund, with a focus on inclusion and sustainability. GFTN was established as an initiative of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 2024 with a not-for-profit holding company.

Our Mission

We bridge innovation, regulation, and capital to accelerate growth, building strategic corridors to shape the future of digital finance and technology.

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The Ecosystem We Serve

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Financial Institutions

Engage early with innovation and disruption. Stay ahead of tech trends, shape regulatory thinking, and access tailored advisory to navigate change.

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Tech Companies and Platforms

Position your solutions within global policy conversations. Engage regulators and build trusted relationships across financial ecosystems.

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FinTechs and Entrepreneurs

Gain global visibility, credibility, and access. Connect directly with investors, regulators, and media to accelerate growth. 

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Regulators and Policymakers

Benchmark globally and co-design responsible, future-ready frameworks. Collaborate
with GFTN advisors on policy innovation grounded in practice.
 

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Academia, Media and Thought Leaders

 Tap into exclusive data, insights and world-first narratives. Partner with GFTN to translate
ideas into impact and shape the global discourse.
 

 

We are GFTN

Where growth meets purpose

 

History 

2016

Inaugural edition of the Singapore FinTech Festival, November 2016


SFF opened by key founders; Tharman Shanmugaratnam (now President of the Republic of Singapore), Ravi Menon (former Managing Director, MAS) and Sopnendu Mohanty (Chief FinTech Officer, MAS & Chairman of the Board, Elevandi)

Inaugural edition of the Singapore FinTech Festival, November 2016


SFF opened by key founders; Tharman Shanmugaratnam (now President of the Republic of Singapore), Ravi Menon (former Managing Director, MAS) and Sopnendu Mohanty (Chief FinTech Officer, MAS & Chairman of the Board, Elevandi)

2018

Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India and Christine Lagarde, Former IMF Managing Director and Currently President of the European Central Bank spoke at SFF 2018

Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India and Christine Lagarde, Former IMF Managing Director and Currently President of the European Central Bank spoke at SFF 2018

2020

Singapore FinTech Festival went hybrid and global with 60,000 participants from 160+ countries. It featured 45 World FinTech Festival events, 500 exhibitors, and 1,600 speakers, drawing 3.5 million views across its hybrid online and in-person format

Singapore FinTech Festival went hybrid and global with 60,000 participants from 160+ countries. It featured 45 World FinTech Festival events, 500 exhibitors, and 1,600 speakers, drawing 3.5 million views across its hybrid online and in-person format

2021

Creation of Elevandi, a new entity set up by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) with the mission of fostering an open dialogue between the public and private sectors to harness fintech for growth and development in the new digital economy.

Creation of Elevandi, a new entity set up by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) with the mission of fostering an open dialogue between the public and private sectors to harness fintech for growth and development in the new digital economy.

2022

Point Zero Forum

Launch of Point Zero Forum by GFTN (formerly Elevandi) in Zürich, Switzerland. This initiative, co-organised by GFTN (formerly Elevandi) and the Swiss State Secretariat for International Finance, aims to foster a dialogue on policy and technology to advance financial services

 

The Founders Peak

The launch of The Founders Peak - a global platform that celebrates entrepreneurship

Point Zero Forum

Launch of Point Zero Forum by GFTN (formerly Elevandi) in Zürich, Switzerland. This initiative, co-organised by GFTN (formerly Elevandi) and the Swiss State Secretariat for International Finance, aims to foster a dialogue on policy and technology to advance financial services

 

The Founders Peak

The launch of The Founders Peak - a global platform that celebrates entrepreneurship

2023

Inclusive FinTech Forum

Elevandi's first programme in Africa, the Inclusive FinTech Forum was held in Kigali, Rwanda, in partnership with Kigali International Financial Centre

Japan FinTech Festival

The launch of the Japan FinTech Festival which took place in Tokyo, Japan


Partnership with UNHCR

Elevandi and UNHCR partner to support skills training and employment opportunities 

Inclusive FinTech Forum

Elevandi's first programme in Africa, the Inclusive FinTech Forum was held in Kigali, Rwanda, in partnership with Kigali International Financial Centre

Japan FinTech Festival

The launch of the Japan FinTech Festival which took place in Tokyo, Japan


Partnership with UNHCR

Elevandi and UNHCR partner to support skills training and employment opportunities 

2024

March 2024
Launch of FutureMatters, a platform for thought-leaders, practitioners, and industry players to share insights on emerging opportunities and challenges in today's world

October 2024 
Launch of the Global Finance & Technology Network, replacing Elevandi

March 2024
Launch of FutureMatters, a platform for thought-leaders, practitioners, and industry players to share insights on emerging opportunities and challenges in today's world

October 2024 
Launch of the Global Finance & Technology Network, replacing Elevandi

Geographies

International Advisory Board  

Board of Directors 

Board Advisors

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