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Bybit Joins Industry Leaders to Advance SME Cross-Border Payments at Inclusive FinTech Forum
DUBAI, UAE – March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has joined forces with industry leaders to accelerate cross-border payments for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) at the Inclusive FinTech Forum.
The company’s Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Robert MacDonald, participated in a roundtable discussion titled “Driving Inclusive Access for SME Cross-Border Currency Flows” alongside representatives from renowned financial institutions and organizations. The session focused on exploring innovative solutions to address the pressing issue of limited access to cross-border payment services for SMEs.
At the Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), the esteemed panel delved into the challenges faced by SMEs in accessing reliable, efficient, and secure cross-border payment solutions. They emphasized the crucial role of regulatory clarity, industry collaboration, and cutting-edge financial tools in bridging this gap.
Robert MacDonald emphasized Bybit’s commitment to driving financial accessibility and shaping the future of digital assets and cross-border payments. “SMEs are the backbone of economic growth, comprising approximately 90% of businesses in Rwanda,” he noted. “It is essential that we work together as regulators, fintech providers, and financial institutions to create a more inclusive financial ecosystem that enables secure, seamless international transactions while ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.”
The Inclusive FinTech Forum is a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering collaboration between key stakeholders from the global fintech community. The event brought together influential figures from leading financial organizations, including the South African Reserve Bank, Bank of Ghana, I&M Bank Rwanda, NALA, Liquid Group, and the Africa Fintech Network.
Bybit’s participation in this prestigious forum underscores its dedication to driving innovation in cross-border payments and promoting financial inclusion.
