Stay on top of the fintech game with MasterCard, Stripe, and MatchMove at TIA SG 2016

There have been a record of US$7.7 billion invested (source: Tech in Asia data) in Asian fintech startups in the past year. It’s not just payments either. Southeast Asia is ready for the future of financial instruments. That is why you’ll find corporate bankers, inspired entrepreneurs, and financial corporations at Tech in Asia Singapore 2016’s fintech stage to exchange, download, and share about the latest and greatest in Asia’s financial services sector.

After a morning of tips, pointers, and illuminating discussions about how to excel in this field, come back in the afternoon for 7 startups in an intense showdown at Fintech Pitch Battle powered by DBS. Ever wondered what the future of finance looks like? Take a seat to find out.Here are three important sessions to help you stay on top of the fintech game:

1. Opening the door – Making Friends with Financial Giants

With few exceptions, working with major financial institutions is a must for almost every fintech product. How can you convince such powerful and cautious organizations to trust you and your code? If you want to score that key deal, don’t miss this panel featuring speakers from global leading financial corporations, a payments startup shaking up the fintech industry, and investment insights marketplace . The various perspectives each speaker brings to the table promises an exciting discussion peppered with fascinating insights to bring you important takeaways.

2. What is the Winning Formula for SaaS Sales?

The SaaS market is a fierce battlefield and businesses are all on the hunt for solutions to costly problems. If you’re in for the long run, you’ve got to find a way to win it. Hear from VP of Intuit, Brad Paterson, founder of Saving Plus Yuen Tuck Siew, and Diede van Lamoen, Head of New Markets at Stripe, to pick up the latest tips on how to standout among the masses and increase your sales. Your runway will thank you later.

3. Fintech pitch battle powered by DBS

Day 1 of the Fintech Stage will culminate in Asia’s finest and most innovative fintech startups putting up a spectacular showcase. If you want a sneak peek into the future or hear about the next cutting-edge technology, be sure to catch these startups in a 7-way pitch battle.

Sitting on our panel of judges for this fintech pitch are:

Think your startup has what it takes to impress the judges, and hundreds of other investors, corporate giants, and entrepreneurs to take home the prize? Apply here to pitch your sophisticated fintech solutions to our judges today and prove you’re the startup to watch. It’ll be a tough battle, so come prepared!

The Fintech Pitch Battle is open to all fintech startups (whether you’re a conference attendee or not) with less than US$5.0 million in external funds, an innovative solution, proven traction and a strong team.

Other speakers at the Fintech Stage include:

• Nan Hao Maguire, senior manager of cyber security at PwC Singapore

• Daryl Pereira, partner, management consulting ASEAN at KPMG

Find the full agenda for the Fintech Stage here!

Want to gather and pick the brains of the region’s best fintech startups, investors, and financial institutes? We’ve extended the 10 percent promotion until March 27, when you use the code tiasg10. Don’t let the opportunity slip by you again and get your passes today!