Draft:FinTech Alliance PH

FinTech Alliance PH was established by Lito Villanueva, a prominent figure in digital finance who serves as its Founding Chairman. Villanueva, who is also the Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer at Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), has been a driving force in promoting digital transformation and inclusive finance in the Philippines.{{cite web | title=Leadership Profile | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/leadership | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

The organization stands as the Philippines' premier digital industry association, with a membership comprising over 100 corporate entities that collectively represent more than 95% of the country's digital retail financial transaction volume. Notably, it was the first organization of its kind in Asia to establish an industry-led Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics, positioning itself as a self-regulating body committed to maintaining high standards in the fintech ecosystem.{{cite web | title=Code of Conduct | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/code-of-conduct | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

The Alliance has been instrumental in several critical areas of financial technology and inclusion:

• National Strategy Influence: Played a pivotal role in shaping the government's National Strategy for Financial Inclusion and the National Retail Payments System.{{citation | title=National Financial Inclusion Strategy | publisher=Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas | date=2022}}
• Digital Payments Transformation: Actively supported the implementation of the Digital Payments Transformation Roadmap.{{cite web | title=Digital Payments Roadmap | url=https://www.bsp.gov.ph/digital-payments | access-date=December 14, 2024}}
• Research and Reporting: Publishes the annual Philippines FinTech Report, providing comprehensive insights into the country's digital financial landscape.{{cite web | title=Philippines FinTech Report | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/annual-report | access-date=December 14, 2024}}
• Industry Events: Organizes significant events such as the Manila Tech Summit and manages the Bagong Pilipinas: The Philippines Country Pavilion at the Singapore FinTech Festival.{{cite web | title=Manila Tech Summit | date=12 August 2024 | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/manila-tech-summit | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

FinTech Alliance PH has extended its influence beyond national borders by:

• Co-founding the Asia FinTech Alliance{{cite web | title=Asia FinTech Alliance | url=https://asiafintech.org | access-date=December 14, 2024}}
• Establishing the Alliance of Digital Finance Associations in South Africa{{cite web | title=Digital Finance Associations | url=https://digitalfinanceassociations.org | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

In 2024, FinTech Alliance PH formed a strategic partnership with the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) for the Manila Tech Summit 2024. This collaboration aims to:

• Develop a highly skilled workforce in digital finance
• Create a pool of internationally competitive digital talent
• Leverage AIM's Master of Science in Financial Technology program, jointly delivered with Manchester Metropolitan University{{cite web | title=AIM is FinTech Alliance.Ph's Newest Strategic Partner for the Manila Tech Summit 2024 | url=https://aim.edu/news/aim-fintech-alliancephs-newest-strategic-partner-manila-tech-summit-2024 | date=July 11, 2024}}

The organization has been actively advocating for the "Konektadong Pinoy" bill (Open Access in Data Transmission Act), which seeks to:

• Improve internet access to enhance digital payments
• Support the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas' goal of 70% adult transaction account coverage
• Encourage telecommunications infrastructure development{{cite news | title=Lawmakers urged to pass 'Konektadong Pinoy' bill | author=Tyrone Jasper C. Piad | newspaper=Philippine Daily Inquirer | date=September 24, 2024 | url=https://business.inquirer.net/481885/lawmakers-urged-to-pass-konektadong-pinoy-bill#ixzz8uLnv2Ie3}}

FinTech Alliance PH stands as the Philippines' premier and most comprehensive digital industry association, bringing together over 100 corporate members who collectively drive more than 95% of the country's digital retail financial transactions.{{cite web | title=Membership Overview | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/membership | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

As the first organization of its kind in Asia, FinTech Alliance PH has pioneered an industry-led Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics, establishing a robust self-regulatory framework that sets new standards for responsible fintech development.{{cite web | title=Industry Code of Conduct | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/code-of-conduct | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

The Alliance has been instrumental in:

• Shaping the government's National Strategy for Financial Inclusion
• Supporting the National Retail Payments System implementation
• Driving the Digital Payments Transformation Roadmap{{citation | title=National Financial Inclusion Strategy | publisher=Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas | year=2022}}

• Annual publication of the Philippines FinTech Report
• Organizing pivotal industry events:
• Manila Tech Summit
• Bagong Pilipinas: The Philippines Country Pavilion at the Singapore FinTech Festival{{cite web | title=Industry Events | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/events | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

FinTech Alliance PH serves as a critical resource for:

• Regulators
• Policymakers
• Legislators

The organization concentrates on:

• Digital payments advancement
• Financial education
• Promoting inclusive digital finance{{cite web | title=Organizational Focus | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/mission | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

The alliance has established significant international partnerships, co-founding:

• Asia FinTech Alliance
• South Africa-based Alliance of Digital Finance Associations{{cite web | title=International Partnerships | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/international-collaborations | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

To serve as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable development through responsible fintech innovation that empowers Filipinos.{{cite web | title=Mission Statement | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/mission | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

By 2025, FinTech Alliance PH aims to be a recognized Self-Regulating Organization (SRO) in the ASEAN region, having empowered millions of Filipinos to become part of the formal financial system.{{cite web | title=Organizational Vision | url=https://fintechalliance.ph/vision | access-date=December 14, 2024}}

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