Rofintech is a leading Romanian fintech association aimed at accelerating financial transformation through collaboration and innovation. The Romanian fintech sector is rapidly evolving, supported by a robust ecosystem, and Rofintech is actively engaged in initiatives like open banking and regional partnerships. The organization emphasizes the importance of international collaborations to enhance the European fintech landscape and addresses challenges such as talent competition and regulatory navigation.

1. From Romania to the EU:
Transforming Fintech Together
https://www.RoFintech/
Presented by: Nic Balaceanu, Vice President
Date & Location: December 2024, DFS

2. Introduction to RoFintech
• About RoFintech: Leading
Romanian fintech association driving
innovation and collaboration.
• Mission: To accelerate financial
transformation through partnerships
and technological advancements.

3. Romania’s Fintech Landscape
• Rapid Growth: Romania’s fintech
sector is rapidly closing the gap with
mature markets.
• Supportive Ecosystem: Key drivers
include regulatory collaboration,
accelerators, and industry
partnerships .
• Key Strengths: Strong IT
infrastructure and access to skilled
talent.

4. RoFintech community members

5. RoFintech community partners
Financial institutions & corporate partners Academia, Regulators & trade associations

6. Key Achievements
• Romanian Open Banking Initiative
(ROBI): Promoting open banking practices
in Romania.
• Government Partnerships: Active
collaboration with the National Bank and
Financial Supervisory Authority .
• FINE Project Launch: Regional initiative
to support fintech growth and investor
networks.

7. Addressing Challenges &
Opportunities
• Challenges: Talent competition and
regulatory navigation.
• Opportunities: Collaborative
solutions for cross-border financial
services and fostering a cohesive
regional market .

8. Future Vision and Regional
Collaboration
• Future Focus: Expand cross-border
partnerships, enhance digital identity,
and lead open banking initiatives.
• Invitation: Call for international
partnerships to build innovative
solutions and strengthen the
European fintech ecosystem.

9. Closing
• Summary: RoFintech’s leadership
role in innovation, collaboration, and
driving regional fintech growth.
• Call to Action: Invitation for
engagement and partnership.

10. Remember the founding fathers and their mission statement?