EY at Sibos 2025

EY joins industry leaders at Sibos 2025 to explore the transformative forces reshaping the global financial ecosystem.

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How does a bank prepare for what's next when the now keeps changing?

At this flagship financial services event, EY hosts expert-led sessions delivering distinctive insights from our industry research, client perspectives and deep sector knowledge. Our Sibos participation and exclusive content demonstrate our commitment to shaping the future of financial services.

Explore the EY agenda below, where delegates will hear our leaders address emerging trends and critical challenges across key industry topics.

EY agenda at Sibos 2025


Time in CEST	Session	Venue
09:45 – 10:15	Navigating the digital asset landscape: opportunities and challenges for banking leaders Presenters: Jan Rosam, EY Germany Financial Services Technology Consulting Leader and Rebecca Carvatt, EY Americas Digital Assets, Finance Operations and Transformation Leader	Exhibitor stage 2, Level 3.1


Time in CEST	Session	Venue
14:00 - 14:45	Meet the experts: first-mover advantage for AI in commercial banking Discover how AI is transforming commercial banking operations, from boosting efficiency and elevating customer experiences to fundamentally reshaping business models. Our experts examine the opportunities and challenges facing early adopters in this rapidly evolving landscape. This session delves into the opportunities and challenges of AI in commercial banking, highlighting how AI technology can increase operational efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and redefine operating models.	Conference stage 5
17:00 - 22:00	EY at Sibos cocktail reception	Invitation only


Time in CEST	Session	Venue
14:30 - 15:30	Global regulatory shifts: navigating the new landscape of digital assets Moderator: Christopher Woolard, Partner, Financial Services, Ernst & Young LLP; EY Global Regulatory Network Chair	Conference stage 2


Time in CEST	Session	Venue
09:00 - 09:45	Meet the experts: embracing the future of business payments with stablecoin Join EY's Rebecca Carvatt with guests Stephen Richardson (Fireblocks), Daniel Seifert (Coinbase) and Sharyn Tan (PayPal) as they share perspectives on how fintechs, banks and digital natives are enabling corporate treasury capabilities with on-chain payments. This discussion will explore the strategic, operational and technical realities of integrating new digital payments, like stablecoin, into existing financial ecosystems and rails. Panelists will share firsthand insights on strategy, finance, accounting, tax, risk management and enterprise technology, as well as use case interest and adoption from clients. For CFOs, treasurers and payment strategists, this session offers a unique opportunity to hear how traditional and emerging players are navigating their roles and customer needs as on-chains payments move from fringe innovation to enterprise consideration.	Conference stage 5
11:30 – 12:15	Cybersecurity compliance in the financial sector: tackling global regulatory challenges Speaker: Kanika Seth, EY EMEIA Financial Services Consulting Cybersecurity Leader	Conference stage 4
14:00 – 14:45	Sustainability 2.0: navigating climate governance challenges Moderator: Gill Lofts, EY Global Financial Services Sustainable Finance Leader	Conference stage 4

Our team at Sibos

Paul Brody

EY Global Blockchain Leader

Leader of blockchain technology. Proficient in mobile technologies, business strategy and internet of things.

Palo Alto, CA, United States

Matt Cox

EY Global Corporate, Commercial and SME Banking Consulting Leader

Large-scale transformation leader and strategist focused on Wholesale Credit and Transaction Banking. Husband. Father of two. Nomadic traveler.

Charlotte, NC, United States

Philippe Canonne

EY EMEIA Financial Services (FS) Microsoft Alliance Leader

Passionate about driving growth in financial services. Marathon runner. Proud co-owner of a vineyard in Saint Emilion.

Diana Halder

EY Canada Payments Leader

Payments strategy and delivery professional. Diversity and inclusion advocate. A change agent and proud idealist.

Toronto, Canada

Gill Lofts

EY Global Financial Services Sustainable Finance Leader

Passionate about creating a legacy in the financial services industry. Proud mother of two daughters.

London, United Kingdom

Jennifer Lucas

EY Americas Payments Consulting Leader

Industry veteran. Payments trailblazer. Visionary strategist. Driven innovator who holds several patents. Passionate about the future of payments and a globally connected ecosystem.

Charlotte, NC, United States

Mark Nichols

Principal, Capital Markets Strategy and Business Transformation, Ernst & Young LLP

Capital markets growth and innovation advisor. Delivering digital transformation strategy for global investment banks and institutions. Digital assets leader. Husband. Father. Travel enthusiast.

New York, NY, United States

Alex Noble

EY EMEIA Financial Services Payments Leader

Excited about innovation and disruption. Passionate about serving clients.

London, United Kingdom

Dr. Jan Rosam

EY Germany Financial Services Technology Consulting Leader

Transformation and technology leader for financial service clients. Passionate about emerging technologies, capital markets, coding and math. Father of two.

Eschborn/Frankfurt (Main), Germany

James Sankey

EY EMEIA Corporate, Commercial and SME Banking Leader

Focused on helping corporate, commercial and SME banks transform in an ever-changing world. Enjoys helping others. Curious and creative. Passionate about nature and sustainability.

London, United Kingdom

Kanika Seth

EY EMEIA Financial Services Consulting Cybersecurity Leader

Passionate about diversity and inclusivity across EY. Lives in London. Enjoys watching cricket. Likes to travel the world with her husband and family.

London, United Kingdom

Anu Widyalankara

Director, Payments Strategy and Technology, Ernst & Young LLP

Innovator. Creative thinker. Empathetic leader driving diversity of thought through inclusivity. Marathon runner. Pianist.

London, United Kingdom

Christopher Woolard CBE

EY UK LLP Board Member; Partner, Financial Services, Ernst & Young LLP; EY Global Regulatory Network Chair

Experienced senior leader in regulation, strategy and innovation. Building better consumer and market outcomes in financial services.

London, United Kingdom

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Sustainable Finance

EY sustainable finance teams helps financial services companies define sustainability goals that create value and make a measurable difference. Learn more.
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