Modernising Cross-Border Payments and Financial Infrastructure | WRITER | FTT AI Transformation 2026

In this discussion, Farrukh Aman from WRITER, explores the evolving landscape of global financial infrastructure and the critical need for modernising cross-border payment systems. The conversation delves into how financial institutions can leverage new technologies to overcome legacy constraints and deliver faster, more transparent transaction experiences for both businesses and consumers.

Aman highlights the shift towards real-time processing and the importance of interoperability between different regional payment rails. By focusing on modular architecture, financial entities can adapt to changing regulatory requirements while maintaining high levels of security and operational efficiency.

"We are seeing a fundamental shift in how value moves globally. It is no longer just about the transaction itself, but the data and speed that accompany it," noted Farrukh Aman, from WRITER.

The session also covers the role of emerging technologies in reducing friction within the correspondent banking network, ensuring that emerging markets can participate more fully in the global digital economy.