
What The FinTech by Medhy Souidi · 2025-01-09 · 47 min
The Future of Cross-Border Payments: Insights, Innovations, and Predictions In this episode of What The Fintech X Money20/20 , we explore one of the most critical topics shaping the financial world: cross-border payments in Asia . Hosted by Medhy Souidi , this episode features an expert panel of thought leaders, including: Ian Fong , Director of Content for Asia at Money20/20. Michele Fung , General Manager at LianLian Global. David G.W. Birch , an internationally recognized author, advisor, and commentator on digital financial services, digital identity, and digital money. This dynamic discussion unpacks the current state of cross-border payments , explores emerging technologies, and provides forward-looking predictions for the future. From the rise of real-time payment systems like UPI, PromptPay, and PayNow to the game-changing potential of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins , the episode covers: The most promising innovations reshaping cross-border payments in Asia. How real-time payment systems are overcoming challenges to link domestic networks across borders.