Financial technology event, OBExpo USA, will gather participants of the Open Banking and Open Finance sector
The financial industry is gearing up for a significant event as the Open Banking Expo USA 2025 approaches. Scheduled for June 26 at the Hilton Midtown in New York, this groundbreaking conference is set to be the first of its kind in the USA. Mastercard has been announced as the headline partner for this eagerly-anticipated event.
The Open Banking Expo USA 2025 promises bold insights, real-world use cases, and actionable strategies, making it the must-attend event of the year. The conference will feature key speakers from major financial institutions, fintechs, credit unions, policymakers, and consumer advocates.
Bart Willaert, executive vice president, Open Banking, Americas at Mastercard, and Patricia Korth-McDonnell, chief experiences officer at Lendi, will participate in the Mastercard Keynote Fireside Chat at the event. Reuben Piryatinsky, chief executive officer of Altitude Consulting, will chair the Main Stage throughout the day.
The key themes to be discussed at the Open Banking Expo USA 2025 include compliance with new regulatory standards, the development of a competitive Open Banking ecosystem in the U.S., and ways in which Open Banking can empower consumers and promote financial inclusion. These themes will be explored through sessions involving Open Banking leaders, disruptors, and regulators, aiming to tackle critical questions about regulation, innovation, competition, and consumer benefits.
The ongoing uncertainty about the future of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1033 Open Banking rule provides an opportunity for the industry to come together. The discussion will focus on the CFPB’s Personal Financial Data Rights rule and how financial institutions can adapt while driving innovation.
The development of a competitive Open Banking ecosystem in the U.S. will be explored, shedding light on what it looks like and how it can evolve. The potential for broader access to financial services and opportunities for underserved populations will be highlighted.
Adam Cox, co-founder and managing director of Open Banking Expo, will speak at the event. More than 30 speakers from various organizations such as Navy Federal Credit Union, the Consumer Federation of America, the Financial Technology Association, Plaid, Financial Data Exchange, JP Morgan, Regions Bank, and MX will participate in Powerhouse Debates, Presentations, and Fireside Chats.
The future of Open Banking looks assured with a sold-out exhibition floor and a plethora of fintechs onboard. A ticket for the Open Banking Expo USA 2025 can be obtained by clicking the provided link. Further reading is available regarding Mastercard's partnership with the Open Banking Expo USA 2025.
[1] Financial inclusion refers to the opportunities, access, usage, and benefits that a person receives from the formal financial system, including access to basic financial services such as checking accounts, savings accounts, credit, and insurance.
- The Open Banking Expo USA 2025, an anticipated conference, will take place at the Hilton Midtown in New York on June 26, featuring discussions on regulation, innovation, and financial inclusion.
- Mastercard, announced as the headline partner, will participate in a keynote fireside chat, alongside Bart Willaert and Patricia Korth-McDonnell.
- The event will delve into key themes such as compliance with new regulatory standards, Open Banking ecosystem development, and consumer empowerment.
- Sessions will involve Open Banking leaders, disruptors, and regulators, aiming to address critical questions about regulation, competition, and consumer benefits.
- The ongoing uncertainty about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1033 Open Banking rule presents an opportunity to discuss the CFPB’s Personal Financial Data Rights rule and strategies for adapting and driving innovation.
- More than 30 speakers from various organizations, including JP Morgan, Regions Bank, and MX, will participate in Powerhouse Debates, Presentations, and Fireside Chats, emphasizing the development of a competitive Open Banking ecosystem and potential opportunities for underserved populations.
