We’re officially counting the weeks—only 4 more to go until we open the doors to the second-ever Fintech & Finance Festival here in Berlin! And let’s be honest—there couldn’t be a more exciting time for a festival like this.
With geopolitical shifts, a new U.S. president, the previous elections in Germany, evolving financial landscapes, and even the White House hosting a crypto summit, the fintech and finance world is at a pivotal moment. New business opportunities are emerging, bold ideas are needed more than ever, and the demand for exchange has rarely been this high. And where better to discuss, challenge, and shape the future than at #FIBE25?
This month’s digest is packed with updates, and we couldn’t be more excited. One highlight we’re especially looking forward to? On April 9th, the festival kicks off at the Späti with the German Startup Night, hosted by Berliner Sparkasse! A big shoutout to them for their support in bringing the fintech community together.
Stay tuned for more, and if you haven’t already—make sure you’re
Emmanuel Thomassin, CFO of Wise, brings extensive financial leadership experience, having previously served as CFO at Delivery Hero, where he led the company’s IPO, and at Team Global and MetaDesign. In the regulatory and policy sphere, Margrethe Vestager, former Executive Vice-President of the European Commission, has been a driving force in European competition and digital policy, now serving as chair of the Technical University of Denmark. Karena Belin is a recognized leader in the global business and Web3 space, serving as Vice President of the German Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong and a Founding Board Member of Web3 Harbour. She is also an Ambassador for the StartupAsiaBerlin initiative. On the investment front, Mital Patel, Investor and Director at Citi’s Markets Strategic Investments team, has a global career spanning fintech investments, financial market infrastructure, and product development across major financial hubs.
If you’re from Berlin, you know that the Tiergarten is the green heart of Berlin - and at FIBE, it’s the perfect place to connect. Book a table for focused discussions or join a Networking Session in a relaxed, natural setting. Bookings will open soon!
Take your fintech marketing to the next level with 1on1 Mentoring sessions. Meet top experts like Ani Petrova and Leonard Burger for personalised advice on boosting your fintech brand. With limited slots, it’s a unique opportunity!
Ahead of this year’s fintech and finance festival FIBE, we are hosting a Digital Festival Preview - an exclusive virtual event designed to give you a first look at the key topics, trends, and discussions shaping the future of banking and fintech.
A First Look at FIBE’s Key Themes – From Europe’s ambitions to create a Super App to the changing role of traditional banks.
Exclusive Survey Insights – Key takeaways on user behavior, fintech adoption, and digital banking challenges across different countries.
The State of European Banking – Industry leaders weigh in on Europe’s global standing and competition with Asia & the U.S.
Why Banks Are Paying Attention – Why more banks are engaging with fintech events like FIBE, and what it means for the future.
Fintech’s relationship with traditional banking has evolved dramatically over the past two decades. What started as simple financial apps has now transformed into powerful digital ecosystems, integrating AI, crypto, and mobile-first solutions. Banking is no longer just a service—it’s becoming just one feature among many in these all-in-one platforms.
Super apps like Alipay and WeChat revolutionized finance in Asia, and now, companies like Revolut and Klarna are driving the trend in the U.S. and Europe. This shift is happening fast – according to Statista, by the end of this year, 3.5 billion people will be using super apps, nearly half the world’s population. With the market expected to skyrocket to $838 billion by 2033, the question isn’t if super apps will dominate banking - it’s how soon.
Thank you for sticking with us. We just want to remind you that the FIBE App is live again—ready to enhance your festival experience. Maximize your time at FIBE by:
Creating your attendee profile and personalizing your journey
Exploring the full program agenda and marking your favorite sessions
Scheduling your personal festival itinerary
Storing your FIBE ticket for easy access
Registering for networking, mentoring sessions, and Masterclasses (first come, first served) – all free of charge
Trying our brand-new One-on-Ones: Reserve a networking table (3 slots per day) and connect with peers at the Meet & Green Area
Download the FIBE App now and unlock these features—plus much more!
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