Sooner or later, digitization is set to change Switzerland’s entire status as an academic and business hub. After having an impact on the media, technology and IT sectors, digital change is now also increasingly changing the finance sector. Fintech – the combination of financial services and technology – has also established itself in Switzerland: the sector has grown considerably within a short period of time and is competitive in the international arena. The skilful combination of a pioneering spirit and an entrepreneurial mindset with modern technologies gives rise to promising business models for the future.

The breakout sessions focus on the future of the financial sector and look at current new products, trends and innovations from the fintech area.