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FinTech Revolution: How Technology is Reshaping Banking and Payments

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Webinar

University of Limassol (UoL)

The University of Limassol (UoL) will host a webinar titled “FinTech Revolution: How Technology is Reshaping Banking and Payments” on Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 19:00 (Cyprus time).

DateThursday, 23 April 2026
Time19:00 (Cyprus time)
FormatOnline Webinar
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Webinar Description

The webinar will explore how technology is transforming the banking and payments industry, highlighting major developments in digital banking, open banking, APIs, digital payments, and the wider FinTech ecosystem in Europe. It will also provide valuable insights into the skills needed for careers in the fast-evolving FinTech sector and present the opportunities offered through the MSc in Digital Finance at the University of Limassol.

The webinar will feature two academics from the University of Limassol with extensive expertise in finance and financial technologies.

Dr Andrey Afanasiev, Chair of the Department of Economics and Finance and Director of the MSc in Digital Finance at the University of Limassol, will introduce the topic and discuss key industry developments. Dr Afanasiev is an Associate Professor of Finance and Risk Management and has more than 25 years of experience in international banking and risk management, covering Europe, emerging markets and the Gulf region. His academic and professional work focuses on investments, financial and derivatives markets, stochastic finance, risk modelling methods, artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in financial services.

The webinar will also feature Dr Ekaterina Koroleva, Associate Professor of FinTech and Co-Director of the MSc in Digital Finance at the University of Limassol. Dr Koroleva holds a PhD in Business Administration and Management from Tallinn University of Technology (Estonia), where her research focused on FinTech business models and their linkages with customers and founders. She also holds a PhD in Regional Economics from the Institute of Regional Economic Problems (Russia). Her research interests include financial technologies, digitalization of the financial sector and big data analytics in finance.

Key Topics

  • The FinTech transformation
  • Digital banking evolution
  • Open banking and APIs
  • Digital payments and financial innovation
  • The FinTech ecosystem in Europe
  • Regulatory developments
  • FinTech startups and innovation hubs
  • Skills needed for careers in FinTech
  • Data analytics, financial technologies, and risk and compliance knowledge
  • The MSc in Digital Finance at the University of Limassol

Agenda

5 minutes
Introduction: The FinTech Transformation
Dr Andrey Afanasiev
10 minutes
Industry Insights
Dr Andrey Afanasiev
  • Digital banking evolution
  • Open banking and APIs
  • Digital payments and financial innovation
15 minutes
FinTech Ecosystem in Europe
Dr Ekaterina Koroleva
  • Regulatory developments
  • FinTech startups and innovation hubs
5 minutes
Skills Needed in FinTech Careers
Dr Andrey Afanasiev
  • Data analytics
  • Financial technologies
  • Risk and compliance knowledge
10 minutes
MSc in Digital Finance at the University of Limassol
Dr Ekaterina Koroleva
15 minutes
Q&A Session
Dr Andrey Afanasiev and Dr Ekaterina Koroleva

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The webinar will conclude with a live Q&A session, giving participants the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers.

Participants who attend the webinar will receive a certificate of attendance.

The event is open to students, graduates, finance professionals, and anyone interested in understanding how technology is reshaping banking and payments.

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Informed Consent Form

Dear Participant,

You are invited to participate in a survey as part of the DiFiCy – Digital Transformation and FinTech: Shaping Cyprus’s Economy research project which is implemented by the University of Limassol, PwC Cyprus and Unity Growth Limited.

The project is co-funded by the European Union within the framework of the Cohesion Policy Programme “THALIA 2021-2027” through the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) in Cyprus [Pr. number: EXCELLENCE/0524/0568].

The study has been approved by the National Bioethics Committee of Cyprus (Approval no.: EEBK EΠ 2025.01.19 )

This project explores digital transformation and FinTech adoption in Cyprus, with a particular focus on SMEs and the broader business ecosystem. It uses a mixed-methods research design, combining survey data with interviews and case study evidence to generate evidence-based insights for policymakers and businesses.

Before deciding whether to participate, please read the following information carefully.

Purpose of Participation

The purpose of this research is to better understand the drivers, challenges, and impacts of digital transformation and FinTech adoption in Cyprus. The findings aim to support evidence-based policymaking, strengthen business practices, and contribute to innovation and economic development.

Your participation involves the following:

Completion of this survey, which takes approximately 15 minutes.

Invitation to take part in an optional interview.

Contribution to a case study or discussion session at a later stage.

Your participation is entirely voluntary, and you are free to decline or withdraw at any time without any consequences.

If you wish to withdraw from the study after submitting your responses, you may do so by contacting the Project Coordinator.

Data Confidentiality and Usage

All data collected will be handled in strict accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Cyprus Data Protection Law (125(I)/2018).

Your data will be treated confidentially, pseudonymised and anonymised, and no personally identifiable information will be disclosed. Data will be securely stored and accessed only by authorised members of the research team. In some cases, qualitative data may be processed using machine learning techniques, such as keyword identification or pattern detection, strictly to support analysis; however, all interpretation and conclusions will be made by the researchers.

Aggregated and anonymised findings derived from the data (e.g., statistical summaries, graphs, and thematic insights) may be used for dissemination activities, including scientific publications, policy reports, infographics, and training materials. These outputs will not contain any information that could directly or indirectly identify participants or their organisations.

Anonymised data may be shared publicly after a 24-month embargo period, while raw or sensitive data will not be publicly available. Access to raw or sensitive data will be granted only upon justified request and consortium approval.

Your participation in this study does not involve any risks.

On the contrary, your contribution may help improve digital and FinTech policies, support SME development and innovation strategies, and enhance the overall business environment in Cyprus.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, withdraw requests or complaints, please contact the Project Coordinator, Dr. Snezana Eminidou. Please include “DiFiCy Survey” in the subject line.

Email: snezana@uol.ac.cy

Phone number: +357 22462228

Partnership:

Thank you for your valuable contribution to this research.

The project is implemented under the programme of social cohesion “THALIA 2021-2027” co-funded by the European Union, through the Research and Innovation Foundation in Cyprus [Pr. no. EXCELLENCE/0524/0568]. The content reflects the views of the author(s) only. The European Commission and the Managing Authority of THALIA 2021–2027 cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.