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Pieter Franken is a seasoned professional in the FinTech and technology sectors, currently serving as Co-Founder of the Japan Fintech Festival since March 2023, which focuses on facilitating discussions and collaboration across the global FinTech community. Additionally, Pieter holds the position of Senior Advisor at Sembcorp Industries Ltd and is a Co-Founder and Representative Director at ELEVANDI Japan, working to develop the FinTech ecosystem in Japan. Other roles include Adjunct Fellow at Griffith Asia Institute and Co-Founder and Managing Director at SIMBAS, which aims to enhance financial inclusion. Pieter also plays a vital role at Safecast as Representative Director, focusing on environmental measurement, and is a board member of Elevandi. With advisory roles at the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan, Pieter is deeply involved in promoting emerging technologies and sustainable finance. Educational credentials include a Master's Degree from Delft University of Technology and further studies at Harvard Kennedy School.
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The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a not-for-profit organisation established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 2024 to harness technology and foster innovation for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems through global partnerships. GFTN organises convening forums, offers advisory services on innovation ecosystems, provides access to transformative digital platforms, and invests in technology startups with the potential for growth and positive social impact through its venture fund. We work closely with governments, founders, investors, and corporate leaders to drive collaboration, education, and new sources of value at the industry and national levels. Our initiatives have convened over 350,000 people since 2016 to drive the growth of FinTech through events, closed-door roundtables, investor programmes, educational initiatives, and research. Our flagship product is the Singapore FinTech Festival alongside fast-rising platforms, including the Point Zero Forum and the Japan FinTech Festival.