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 an organisation that leverages technology and innovation to create more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems through global collaboration. Headquartered in Singapore with offices in Tokyo and Berlin, 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.
The Ecosystem We Serve
Financial Institutions
Engage early with innovation and disruption. Stay ahead of tech trends, shape regulatory thinking, and access tailored advisory to navigate change.
Tech Companies and Platforms
Position your solutions within global policy conversations. Engage regulators and build trusted relationships across financial ecosystems.
FinTechs and Entrepreneurs
Gain global visibility, credibility, and access. Connect directly with investors, regulators, and media to accelerate growth.
Regulators and Policymakers
Benchmark globally and co-design responsible, future-ready frameworks. Collaborate with GFTN advisors on policy innovation grounded in practice.
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
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)
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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