The World Alliance at Sibos 2025: Combating Financial Crime in IFC’s
The World Alliance of International Financial Centers will host a panel discussion at Sibos 2025 on October 1, 2025 (09:30–10:15) titled: “How international financial centers combat financial crime, and why this matters.”
Financial crime and money laundering pose serious threats to the stability and reputation of financial hubs. The panel will explore how international financial centers implement effective anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures, strengthen transparency, and protect investor confidence.
Moderator
Dr. Jochen Biedermann, Managing Director, the World Alliance of International Financial Centers
Speakers
- Hortense Mudenge, CEO, Kigali International Financial Centre
- Hubertus Väth, Managing Director, Frankfurt Main Finance
- Pawel Widawski, CEO, Future Finance Poland
- Bernice Buttigieg, Chief Strategy Officer, FinanceMalta
This discussion will highlight global best practices and innovations in preventing illicit financial flows, addressing regulatory challenges, and ensuring financial centers remain secure, transparent, and trusted.