Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit - Malaysia - April 15, 2025
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Overview Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit - Malaysia
Building upon the resounding success of previous editions, the esteemed Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit is thrilled to return, once again bringing together industry leaders and expert speakers.
Join this prestigious event taking place in Malaysia on 15 April 2025. With the theme "Revolutionising Banking and Insurance through Digitalisation," this summit aims to address critical advancements driving the financial sector forward, from innovative digital banking solutions to emerging trends in commercial payments.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of digital transformation in Malaysia's financial services sector. Stay tuned for further details and secure your spot at the Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit - Malaysia.
Venue: Grand Ballroom 2, 1st Floor, Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre, Malaysia
Why the Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit 2025 in Malaysia is Unmissable:
CONNECT
Network with Malaysia’s top financial and insurance professionals. Build valuable relationships with industry leaders and decision-makers driving digital transformation in the country.


INSIGHT
Gain in-depth knowledge on Malaysia’s financial sector trends, including the adoption of digital banking and the evolution of commercial payment systems. Understand how these developments impact the local market.
INNOVATE
Explore the latest technological advancements in fintech and insurtech. Learn how Malaysian firms are leveraging digital tools to enhance customer experience and streamline operations.


THRIVE
Acquire actionable strategies to adapt and excel in Malaysia’s rapidly evolving financial landscape. Leverage insights to navigate regulatory changes and seize opportunities in the digital economy.
SPEAKERS


Isaac Tan
Partner
Boston Consulting Group

Partner
Boston Consulting Group


Fei Yong
Manager
YCP Solidiance

Manager
YCP Solidiance


Pei Si Lai
Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director
GXBank

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director
GXBank


Ros Yusoff
Group Chief Technology Officer
CIMB

Group Chief Technology Officer
CIMB


Pallav Grag
Head of Business Banking
Standard Chartered Bank

Head of Business Banking
Standard Chartered Bank


Balaji Srinivasan
Executive Director & Chief Technology Officer
DreamFolks

Executive Director & Chief Technology Officer
DreamFolks
Balaji Srinivasan, Executive Director and Chief Technology Officer, DreamFolks, has a rich experience in the technology sector and has been leading the technology and product development vertical in DreamFolks since 2019. Under his leadership, DreamFolks developed an in-house technology platform that allows clients (such as Banks and Card Networks) to create custom offerings for their end customers.
Prior to joining DreamFolks, Balaji served in leadership positions as Chief Customer Officer and CTO at various organisations like FarEye and Stylofie.com. He also held the position of Vice-President at Genpact India Private Limited.
He has also been honoured as the “Top 20 India Tech Leaders” in recognition of his extraordinary ability to innovate that resulted in creating business value for the organisation.


Ubaid Mustafa Qadiri
Executive Director, Technology, Risk & Cybersecurity
KPMG

Executive Director, Technology, Risk & Cybersecurity
KPMG
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AGENDA
8:30 - 9:00 AM REGISTRATION
9:05 - 9:10 AM WELCOME REMARKS
- Tim Charlton, Publisher, Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia
9:10 - 9:25 AM Opening Speaker
9:25 - 9:45 AM Keynote Speaker
- Isaac Tan, Partner, Boston Consulting Group
9:45 - 10:05 AM CEO Fireside Chat
10:05 - 10:35 AM Panel Session 1: The Future of Digital Banking in Malaysia: Innovation, Inclusion, and Payment Transformation
Panelist:
- Pei Si Lai, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, GXBank
10:35 - 11:15 AM NETWORKING - MORNING TEA BREAK
11:15 - 11:35 AM Speaking Session 4
- Ubaid Mustafa Qadiri, Executive Director, Technology, Risk & Cybersecurity, KPMG
11:35 - 11:55 AM Speaking Session 5
- Ros Yusoff, Group Chief Technology Officer, CIMB
11:55 - 12:05 PM Speaking Session 6
- Balaji Srinivasan, Executive Director & Chief Technology Officer, Dreamfolks
12:05 - 12:35 PM Panel Session 2: Unlocking SME Growth Through Digital Finance and Insurance
Panelist:
- Pallav Grag, Head of Business Banking, Standard Chartered Bank
12:35 - 2:00 PM MIDDAY BREAK
2:00 - 2:20 PM Speaking Session 7
2:20 - 2:40 PM Speaking Session 8
2:40 - 3:10 PM Panel Session 3: Strengthening Risk and Cybersecurity Strategies in Malaysia’s Digital Financial Ecosystem
3:10 - 3:40 PM NETWORKING- AFTERNOON TEA BREAK
3:40 - 4:00 PM Speaking Session 9
- Fei Yong, Manager, YCP Solidiance
04:00 - 4:20 PM Speaking Session 10
4:20 - 4:50 PM Panel Session 4: The Next Frontier of Personalised Financial Services: AI, Data, and Customer-Centric Innovation
5:00 PM END OF PROGRAM
Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit - Malaysia
For more details, contact:
Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Events Team
+65 31581386
SPEAKERS


Isaac Tan
Partner
Boston Consulting Group

Partner
Boston Consulting Group


Fei Yong
Manager
YCP Solidiance

Manager
YCP Solidiance


Pei Si Lai
Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director
GXBank

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director
GXBank


Ros Yusoff
Group Chief Technology Officer
CIMB

Group Chief Technology Officer
CIMB


Pallav Grag
Head of Business Banking
Standard Chartered Bank

Head of Business Banking
Standard Chartered Bank


Balaji Srinivasan
Executive Director & Chief Technology Officer
DreamFolks

Executive Director & Chief Technology Officer
DreamFolks
Balaji Srinivasan, Executive Director and Chief Technology Officer, DreamFolks, has a rich experience in the technology sector and has been leading the technology and product development vertical in DreamFolks since 2019. Under his leadership, DreamFolks developed an in-house technology platform that allows clients (such as Banks and Card Networks) to create custom offerings for their end customers.
Prior to joining DreamFolks, Balaji served in leadership positions as Chief Customer Officer and CTO at various organisations like FarEye and Stylofie.com. He also held the position of Vice-President at Genpact India Private Limited.
He has also been honoured as the “Top 20 India Tech Leaders” in recognition of his extraordinary ability to innovate that resulted in creating business value for the organisation.


Ubaid Mustafa Qadiri
Executive Director, Technology, Risk & Cybersecurity
KPMG

Executive Director, Technology, Risk & Cybersecurity
KPMG