Do We Need a National I-Media Commission?
January 25, 2019
In an era of accelerating technological and business change, the question is whether the existing regulatory institutions fit the changing environment. The pressure points include:
- New types of media and applications, in particular the Internet, online video, apps, and the Internet of Things
- The global reach of providers
- Emerging issues such as:
- Data privacy and security
- Social media control of usage
- Algorithms in the individualization of content, pricing, and advertising
- Anonymity and cryptography
- Non-discrimination by networks and platforms
- Big data and marketing practices
- Media trade barriers
Dealing with such issues can be done in several ways:
- A libertarian regime with vanishing regulation.
- Status quo regulation, with issues dealt with by existing government agencies
- Creation of new single-issue agencies for new issues, such as a Federal Privacy Commission along the European model.
- A converged agency to cover the emerging issues of the wider electronic information sector.
Each of these approaches has shortcomings such as overlaps, gaps, single-issue perspectives, lack of expertise, and lack of coordination. Others may run counter to basic policy principles of Western democracies.
The purpose of the conference is to:
- Identify new types of issues,
- What regulatory structure– if any—to deal with them.
De-Risking and Financial Inclusion: Challenges and Solutions
April 15, 2019
Topics to covered:
- Overview of de-risking
- The regulator’s perspective
- Who is driving de-risking
- What is driving de-risking
- Who is impacted Solutions in the market
Introduction to Payment Systems & Faster payments
May 9, 2019
About This Webinar: Beginning with the introduction of UK Faster Payments in 2008, there are now dozens of faster payment systems in operation or being developed. This webinar traces the emergence of these systems, exploring how faster payment systems are both different from and similar to traditional bank-based payment systems. Importantly, the webinar will explore the implications of faster payment systems for emerging economies, issues for industry participants and policymakers and where these systems sit alongside other innovations.Click here to register.
AML Trends in the Developing World, and the Impact of 30 years of FATF Integrity Standards
June 21, 2019
This week the Financial Action Task Force celebrated its thirtieth birthday at its plenary meeting in Orlando, Fl. This webinar will provide a brief review of 30 years of integrity standards with a focus on AML/CFT in relation to DFS and especially on collaborative CDD and related KYC innovation.
Cyber-Risk in Financial Services Conference
June 28, 2019
Cyber risks are persistent and manifest, ranging from vulnerabilities in mobile network infrastructure; customer and merchant devices; business processes; and payment provider and national payment infrastructure.
This conference will host some of the world’s top cyber-security experts who will provide their expertise on cyber-threats to the private sector, public sector, payments, blockchain and telecommunications networks.
State of the Global Blockchain Ecosystem
July 30, 2019
Topics of Coverage
- Commercial rollouts
- Facebook Libra
- Stablecoins
- Crypto-assets types and use
- Legal and regulatory developments
- Emerging security vulnerabilities
- Implementation in the developing world
Regulating the Libra Crypto-Currency
September 24, 2019
- Libra is the first private crypto-currency with the potential to change the worldwide payment and monetary system landscape.
- Overview of European and US regulators assessment of if and how Libra should be regulated
- Overview of the Libra Association
- Discussion of the impact of Libra on monetary systems
Opportunities for Expanding Financial Inclusion Through Digital Technology
October 30, 2019
The Global Findex database is the world’s most comprehensive data set on how adults save, borrow, make payments, and manage risk. The data are collected in partnership with Gallup, Inc., through nationally representative surveys of more than 150,000 adults in over 140 economies. This webinar will discuss global trends in access to and use of formal and informal financial services and on the use of fintech, including the use of mobile phones and the internet to conduct financial transactions. We will also discuss how digital technology is being leveraged to deliver financial services to the underserved, including women and poor and rural adults.
Can and Should We Enhance Human Capabilities to Deal with Artificial Intelligence?
November 7, 2019
Evolution of The Global Blockchain Crypto-Economy: Goals, Risks, Benefits and Challenges
November 22, 2019
This conference will address the business, technical, social and legal/regulatory aspects of the emerging ‘crypto-economy.’
Fintech Regulation: Data is the New Regulatory Hotspot
December 2, 2019
Dr. Leon Perlman will discuss how new forms of regulation for fintech, ‘big data’ and artificial intelligence are becoming the new focus of regulators.
Combating Cyber Crime Through Regional Resource Centers
December 13, 2019
This webinar will discuss the trends, challenges and relevance of cyber security for the development of inclusive financial systems. To address the resource and capacity gap, CGAP is proposing that developing countries consider banding together to form regional cyber security resource centers to help manage risks and respond to cyber-attacks.