Announcing the agenda for the Fintech Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024
We are thrilled to announce the addition of a dedicated Fintech Stage to TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, joining Space, SaaS, and AI as the other industry-focused stages all under one roof.
As the fintech industry continues to evolve, new opportunities are emerging for founders, investors, and customers. Areas like mobile banking, global payroll, digital payments, embedded finance, and cryptocurrency are expected to grow in the coming years. Open banking is also gaining momentum in the United States. At Disrupt's Fintech Stage, industry leaders will share insights on the challenges they have faced and where potential opportunities lie.
The Fintech Stage agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024
Visa Everywhere Initiative
Presented by Visa
The Visa Everywhere Initiative is a program that supports startups in unlocking new opportunities and provides a global platform to showcase innovative solutions. Launched in the U.S. in 2015, the program has grown into a global initiative with nearly 15,000 startups participating to date.
Finding the Consensus of Crypto VC
Featuring Morgan Beller (NFX), Will Nuelle (Galaxy VC), and Haseeb Quereshi (Dragonfly Capital)
Exploring the scaling opportunities in the crypto space and discussing the next big trends with investors who have backed influential protocols, exchanges, and decentralized apps.
Coinbase’s Onchain Pivot with Base
Featuring Jesse Pollak (Base)
Learn about Base, a secure Ethereum layer-2 blockchain developed by Coinbase to promote decentralization and support on-chain products. Jesse Pollak will share insights into why Coinbase is venturing into protocols beyond its traditional scope.
How These Neobanks Grew During Challenging Times
With Madhu Muthukumar (Chime) and a special guest
Exploring the success stories of neobanks like Nubank and Chime, and their strategies for growth during difficult periods. Discover what lies ahead for these companies and their future prospects.
Future of Work
Featuring Marcelo Lebre (Remote), Josh Reeves (Gusto), and a special guest
Discussing the impact of global talent hiring on the workforce and how new HR startups are facilitating international recruiting. Can these startups replace the need for local subsidiaries?
BaaS in a Post-Synapse Meltdown World
Featuring Itai Damti (Unit), Mitchell Lee (Synctera), and Sheetal Parikh (Treasury Prime)
Examining the consequences of the Synapse BaaS fintech collapse and its ripple effects on the industry. The discussion will focus on the need for regulatory clarity and maintaining operational standards in the fintech sector.
About TechCrunch Disrupt 2024
TechCrunch Disrupt is the ultimate destination for innovation at every stage of the startup journey. Whether you're a budding founder with a groundbreaking idea, a scaling startup, or an investor seeking the next big opportunity, TechCrunch Disrupt provides unmatched resources, connections, and expert insights to propel your venture forward. Join over 10,000 startup leaders at this year's event on October 28-30 in San Francisco.
We look forward to hearing from these fintech leaders at the upcoming show. Get your tickets now!