Fintech at the heart of banking

deltec International Group hosted its annual Conference in March at the rosewood Baha Mar resort in nassau on the theme of “Trusting disruption,” the event brought together more than 300 thought leaders, regulators, emerging companies and financial services professionals to reflect on the potential for technological innovation to transform every sector.

during his address, Jean Chalopin, chairman of deltec International Group, said: “To trust disruption, we need to understand what innovation means for us, so that we can adjust our vision and investment approach and be better armed to capture the next best opportunities We were thrilled to welcome innovators to The Bahamas to share ideas and discuss the impact of technology on our society.”

In addition to the keynote addresses, the deltec annual Conference featured The Innovator’s Marketplace, a component of the conference designed to provide a forum for emerging companies in biotech/life sciences, virtual reality, blockchain, Fintech, quantum computing and other cutting-edge industries to pitch their ideas to investors and attendees in 45-minute presentations.

In his remarks at the conference gala hosted at the conclusion of the first full day of the event, Peter Turnquest, deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, said: “We need to push the boundaries of what is possible in technological development, and in collaboration across sectors in the global community

“This is what inspires our people, helps us to create and innovate, and dares us to take risks–all crucial parts of building The Bahamas’ reputation as a global economic player ”

This was the fifth time the annual Conference has been hosted by deltec in nassau.