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Kyndryl at Sibos 2025

29 Sept. - 2 Oct. 2025
Messe Frankfurt
Hall 3, level 3.0, booth #D006

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The next frontiers of global finance

For the first time, Sibos is coming to Frankfurt with a bold new theme: “The next frontiers of global finance.” As the financial world rapidly transforms, the institutions in it need to build connectivity, enhance interoperability and resilience to thrive.

Kyndryl is proud to be a sponsor Sibos. Our experts will be discussing the tech trends that will define the future of banking and financial markets, and include the following topics:

  • Readiness for generative AI and agentic AI
  • Core banking and payments modernization
  • Cyber resilience and risk mitigation

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Featured session 
Interconnected digital ecosystems in finance: Delivering operational excellence, security and resilience
 

When: Tuesday, September 30, 1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. CET
Where: Conference Stage 4
Speaker: Kristi Cunningham, US Chief Technology Officer, Kyndryl
Moderator: Philip Jason Brown, CEO, Clearstream Banking
Panelists:
Helena Forest, EVP, Global Product and Commercial RTP, Mastercard
Matthew Probershteyn, Divisional Control Officer, Americas and Global Head of Financial Crime Risk, IPB, Deutsche Bank
 

As financial institutions expand digital ecosystems, they integrate with third-party providers, cloud, AI and more. This panel explores how collaboration with regulators and tech partners can strengthen resilience, security and compliance in these ecosystems.

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Featured session
Meet the experts: Do banks still have a future role in payments?
 

When: Wednesday, October 1, 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. CET
Where: Conference Stage 5
Speakers:
Pål Krogdahl, Technology Strategy and Advisory Services, Samlink, a Kyndryl company
Ville Sointu, Chief Strategist, Transaction Banking, Nordea Bank
Ralf Hamal, Relationship Management Lead, European Payments Initiative
Hanna Zubko, Co-founder and CEO, IntellectEU 
Khaliq Khan, Global Lead, Kyndryl Vital 
 

As the payments landscape rapidly evolves, banks face a critical question: what is their role in the future of payments? In this panel, industry leaders will explore the shifting dynamics of the payments ecosystem. We’ll examine how embedded finance, the rise of non-bank players, and the emergence of CBDCs are reshaping customer expectations and regulatory frameworks. The discussion will also address the urgency for modernization and the implications of evolving regulations such as the Payment Services Directive (PSD3).

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Exhibitor stage session
Banking on AI readiness: Empowering business leaders to navigate complexity and accelerate growth
 

When: Tuesday, September 30, 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. CET
Where: Exhibitor Stage 1
Speakers:
Sanjay Bollmann, VP Financial Services and Insurance, Kyndryl, Germany
Merlin Jung, VP SAP Strategy and Delivery, Kyndryl 
 

Transformation in the financial sector is influencing tech investments and new strategies. While about 94% of leaders agree that tech modernization is a high priority for their enterprises, many of them don’t feel risk ready. This session discusses the 2024 Kyndryl Readiness Report and explores how financial enterprises can drive change by balancing innovation with resilience and customer experience with compliance.

Kyndryl leaders at Sibos 2025

Merlin Jung

Vice President
SAP Strategy and Delivery

Sanjay Bollmann

Vice President
Financial Services and Insurance

Kristi Cunningham

Vice President
US Chief Technology Officer

Khaliq Khan

Global Lead
Kyndryl Vital

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Payment modernization

In two decades, fintechs have redefined the core banking experience, modernized payments and evolved global commerce with digital wallets and blockchain. 

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Under the lens: Building a customer-focused bank

Mettle’s story contrasts the poor customer satisfaction plaguing traditional banks with its own customer-first mindset, digital innovation, and culture of experimentation. 

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Banking and financial markets

Delightful customer experiences in banking begin with secure, grassroots innovation. See how ready you are for evolving cyber regulations. 

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