tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2021-11-15T08:57:55+08:00 Peatix Milan Integrasi Sdn Bhd tag:peatix.com,2017:event-287382 2017-09-14T08:30:00MYT 2017-09-14T08:30:00MYT

The rapid application of modern technology to the finance industry has led to the emergence of a new industry known as FinTech. FinTech companies now compete against traditional banks, brokerages, insurance companies and other intermediaries to provide financial services to businesses and individuals in more innovative and efficient ways.The adoption of FinTech has vast implications for the legal profession. How do business models based on the new technology interact with the established legal system? Has the nature of risk changed with the adoption of the new technology? How has the regulatory environment changed to meet the challenges posed by FinTech?Members of the legal profession need to stay ahead of the curve and be equipped to provide counsel on the new technology, its impact on business, and the requirements of the new regulatory landscape. This presents new challenges and opportunities for lawyers.Focus Malaysia is collaborating with the Bar Council to host this seminar to bring key FinTech industry experts to network with members of the Bar. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet cryptocurrency and cybersecurity experts and decision-makers from digital start-ups. The seminar will also give participants a better understanding of the risks and opportunities associated with the adoption of FinTech.PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTSDIGITAL BANKING: Learn how FinTech is disrupting the traditional banking industry, opening up new areas of risk and opportunity that currently lack governance and oversight. Find out more about the regulatory framework. This session focuses on everything you need to know about the gap between technology and regulation.BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCIES: A high level overview of blockchain technology and virtual currencies, their cutting-edge uses and applications, and how the technology is changing the future of money.CROWDFUNDING AND PEER-TO-PEER LENDING: Discover the viral effect of                   peer-to-peer lending, and why there are different legal implications for different platforms.CYBERSECURITY: Understand issues related to cybersecurity threats, and the legislative framework that is needed to deter ongoing online threats and cybercrimes.DISRUPTION OF PAYMENTS: Learn about the disruption of the payment industry and how businesses are rushing to adapt to the FinTech economy.FINTECH & MONEY LAUNDERING: Learn whether FinTech transactions are legal and their impact on existing banking, securities and anti money laundering laws.WHO SHOULD ATTEND- Regulators- Chief Financial Controllers, Finance Directors and Finance Managers- Practicing Lawyers- In-house Legal Counsels- Bankers and Insurance Practitioners- Auditors, Accountants and Company Secretaries- Investors, Angel Investors, Venture Capital Investors- Pupils in ChambersREGISTRATION FEEPupils in chambersRM318 for 1 PERSONMembers admitted to the Bar after 30 June 2011RM318 for 1 PERSONMember of the Bar (more than 5 years)RM636 for 1 PERSONFocus Malaysia SubscriberRM636 for 1 PERSONNon-MemberRM 954 for 1 PERSON* Price inclusive of 6% GST.Register before 8 September 2017 (Friday)REGISTER NOWGet in touch with:Iris Khoo / SumitraTel: 03 7968 8668 ext 175Email: event@focusmarketing.myMohd Fazli Rosman / Roslan MahamudTel: 03-2050 2111 Email: cpd@malaysianbar.org.myNote:Places are limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Cancellations must be made in writing. The organiser reserves the right to modify, cancel or postpone the event, should circumstances arise that makes such action necessary.Points for the Continuing Professional Development (“CPD”) Scheme will not be awarded to Members of the Bar and pupils in chambers who arrive more than 15 minutes late, are not present throughout the event, or leave before its scheduled end.The personal information that you provide to the Bar Council, whether now or in the future, may be used, recorded, stored, disclosed or otherwise processed by or on behalf of the Bar Council for the purposes of facilitation and organisation of this event, research and audit, and maintenance of a participant database for the promotion of this event, and such ancillary services as may be relevant.