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🚨 Fraudsters are working faster—and smarter. It’s time we do the same. 🚨

—and we’re putting security front and center.

If the last year taught us anything, it’s that security 

 be an afterthought. It’s the foundation. The differentiator. The trust builder.

We’re bringing together the brightest minds in 

 for a high-impact day of strategy, innovation, and real talk. 

Expect actionable insights, serious networking, and the community momentum to stay ahead of evolving threats—

💥 Space is limited and tickets are moving—secure yours today.

https://www.fintechisfemme.co/securitysummit2025

 The Times Center, New York Times Building (NYC)

Learn how to embed best-in-class security without sacrificing the user experience your customers love.

Get tactical advice on designing products that are secure, accessible, and scalable—because you shouldn’t have to choose.

Stay ahead of threat actors with real-time insights on fraud trends, prevention tech, and identity-first security strategies.

Navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and ensure your fintech stays compliant, secure, and audit-ready.

Let’s build a safer, more inclusive fintech ecosystem—together.

VIP tickets also include access to the main stage of the 

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Doors Open / Networking

Get ready to connect with the brightest minds in fintech security. Enjoy curated networking sessions where collaboration is key.

Kicking off with a quick rundown on the state of fintech security and what you can expect today.

—shares his inside story, followed by an expert chat on what fintechs 

Victims share their stories as Brett reveals how the scams worked.

Refuel, recharge, and get ready for the next round of powerful insights.

3:45 PM - Keynote: Identity Security & the Foundation for Fintech Success 

Explore why the human is the cornerstone of any fintech platform and how to build an identity-first strategy.

A look at the latest AI technologies making waves in fraud detection and prevention.

4:45 PM - Wallets & Verifiable Credentials 

How fintechs are leveraging verifiable credentials and digital wallets to enhance security without sacrificing user experience.

Passkeys vs. decentralized biometrics—what’s the future of authentication, and how can you future-proof your systems?

5:45 PM - Biometrics - Debunking the Myths

Going head on to address and dispel common misconceptions about biometric technologies

A fast-paced session tackling the big questions:

A powerful send-off with takeaways and a roadmap for establishing a secure future for fintech. 

You’ll hear from the sharpest minds in the industry, gain actionable insights on how to protect users while growing your business and leave with strategies that can be immediately implemented to take your security practices to the next level.

Frances Zelazny, Co-Founder & CEO, Anonybit 

, a pioneering decentralized biometrics infrastructure reshaping user privacy and digital security. With 25+ years in scaling enterprise SaaS companies across cyber, fintech, digital identity, and analytics, she is known for her visionary leadership and operational excellence.

A fierce advocate for responsible use of biometrics, Frances has played a pivotal role in shaping how biometrics are used around the world. She’s worked closely with private sector, government officials and multilateral organizations to shape biometrics policy for social and economic development. 

Her prior roles centered around marketing and strategy at L-1 Identity Solutions (now Idemia), BioCatch, MyCheck (now Shiji Group), Signals Analytics (now Skai), and CommerceIQ.

Frances has been recognized on the Women in Fintech Power List 100, Women in Fintech Power 100, SIA’s Women in Security Forum Power 100, Globee's Female Visionary Award and as an Inspiring Female Founder. She also serves on several non-profit boards and spearheads monthly roundtables in fintech, payments, banking, and security in New York City.

Nicole Casperson, Founder & CEO, Fintech Is Femme 

 is an award-winning journalist, content director, professor, and leading voice in fintech. As the Founder & CEO of Fintech Is Femme, she leads a thriving media platform and community of over 50,000 fintech leaders dedicated to shaping a more inclusive financial landscape. Leveraging her extensive background as a former finance reporter and editor specializing in B2B sectors, Nicole provides trusted insights and analysis through her newsletter, podcast, and event series. 

She has been honored as a Top Inspiring Female in Fintech, a Top 50 Women in Media in 2024, and recognized as a pioneering force in inclusion initiatives. Nicole's impactful contributions span prestigious speaking engagements, regular features in Forbes, and the release of her debut book, 

, published under Wiley, which has rapidly ascended to the #1 new bestseller spot on Amazon. 

The Fintech Security Summit is part of...

Decentralization of data is key for maintaining personal privacy, data protection and digital security. Yet, today’s solutions fall short. Centralized databases are prone to hacks and device-based solutions leave gaping security holes that fraudsters exploit. 

Anonybit goes to the root of the problem – how biometric data is stored and managed. Instead of building higher walls around centralized databases or storing biometrics on devices only to use passcodes as a fallback, we ask, what if there was no data to find? What if there was no biometric template to store? Welcome to Anonybit. The world’s first FULLY decentralized biometrics, where personal privacy meets digital security.

is a media company and community dedicated to shaping fintech's future. The publication provides news and analysis on women-led companies, from innovative startups to established institutions, showcasing their impact and vision through an industry-leading newsletter, podcast, and event series.

Fintech Security Summit

NY FinTech Week

Nicole Casperson

Frances Zelazny

Empire Startups

Access to Fintech Security Summit Keynotes, Panels, Networking, and the evening cocktail reception.

General Admission 

Includes access to two stages: the Fintech Is Femme Leadership Summit (April 23 from 12 pm-8 pm at the same venue) and the Fintech Security Summit. It features keynote sessions, expert panels, exclusive networking opportunities, VIP seating for main stage sessions, green room access for speakers, an invitation to the evening cocktail reception, and an annual membership in the Academy of Fintech. (VIP ticket sales are limited to 50 guests only.) 