Intensive Program

Future of Finance

Lead the technological revolution in the banking sector

The financial sector is facing a profound transformation driven by technological innovation, regulatory changes and a growing emphasis on sustainability. As we witness the emergence of Fintech startups, the integration of Artificial Intelligence into decision-making processes and the transformative potential of Blockchain, staying ahead is not just an advantage, but a necessity.

The Future of Finance Program provides a holistic understanding of new trends, delivering actionable insights that will empower executives to lead their core organizations to thrive in the dynamic financial ecosystem of the future.

Date

October 20-22, 2025

Duration

3 days

Investimento

2.000€

Format

Face-to-face
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Language

Portuguese

Location

Carcavelos, Portugal

Reasons for choosing this program

FOR YOU

  • Apply Fintech, AI, Blockchain and ESG insights, promoting strategic decision-making in line with the latest industry trends
  • Contribute to your organization's digital transformation and innovation initiatives
  • Empower participants to lead digital initiatives, navigate regulatory challenges and integrate sustainable practices adapted to the future of finance

FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION

  • Drive innovation within the organization through the acquisition of practical knowledge and strategies, accelerating the integration of Fintech, AI, Blockchain and ESG initiatives
  • Empower teams to proactively assess and manage the risks associated with emerging technologies, ensuring that the organization remains resilient in the face of industry changes
  • Position the company as adaptable, competitive and at the forefront of future financial trends
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Participant Profile

  • Financial industry managers
  • Professionals working with financial services clients
  • Investors
  • Startups

The Program

Fintech and Innovation in Finance

  • Digital Banking: Trends and Disruptions
  • Payments Innovation: Mobile Wallets, Contactless Payments, and Cryptocurrencies
  • Peer-to-Peer Lending and Crowdfunding
  • Robo-Advisors & Automated Wealth Management
  • Insurtech: Technological Innovations in Insurance
  • Open Banking: Opportunities and Challenges

 AI in Finance

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Finance
  • Machine Learning in Credit Scoring and Risk Management
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP) in Customer Service and Compliance
  • Fraud Detection and Prevention using AI
  • Algorithmic Trading & Quantitative Finance
  • Explainable AI in Banking: Ethical and Regulatory Considerations

DLT and Blockchain in Finance

  • Understanding Blockchain Technology
  • Smart Contracts and Decentralized Applications (DApps)
  • Use Cases of Blockchain in Banking: Cross-Border Payments, Trade Finance
  • Challenges and Opportunities in Implementing Blockchain
  • Regulatory Landscape for Blockchain in Finance

Sustainable Finance

  • Socially Responsible Investing (SRI)
  • Net Zero
  • Transition Risk and Physical Risk
  • Carbon Budgeting

Digital Transformation in Finance

  • Case Studies of Successful Digital Transformations in Banking
  • Lessons Learned from Digital Disruptors
  • Adapting to Change: Strategies for Legacy Financial
  • Innovations in Customer Experience: Personalization and User-Centric Design
  • Future Trends and Predictions in Finance

Academic Director

Photo António Freitas Miguel
António Freitas Miguel
Full Professor

Invited Experts

Ana Jantarada 
Head of Sustainability Center Portugal @ BNP Paribas  
 
Bruno Horta Soares 
Executive Advisor @ IDC - International Data Corporation
 
Francisco Quartin de Macedo
Managing Partner & CIO @ New Horizon Digital

Mariana Pereira
VP, Field Ciso @ Darktrace

Nuno Silva Vieira
Partner @ Antas da Cunha Ecija & Associados

Faculty

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Application Process

  1. Complete the form 
  2. Communication of acceptance within 72 hours 
  3. Finalization of the application with the Program Advisor 

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Program Advisor

Would you like to enroll your team or employees in this program?

Contact me:

Bruno Mata
(+351) 915 275 876

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