Transforming financial inclusion in emerging markets requires more than technology—it needs coordinated institutional leadership to build scalable, sustainable ecosystems. This session brings together leaders in finance, innovation and aid sectors to explore how development institutions are deploying resources and capital, forging strategic partnerships and scaling fintech solutions from pilots to programs reaching millions.
The discussion will highlight frameworks powered by technology and philanthropic capital, show how international finance institutions strengthen banking and capital markets, examine the role of development labs in nurturing startups with venture support, and emphasize how strategic investments and collaboration empower underserved communities across the Global South