Simon holds a Bachelor of Science (BS), Molekylærbiologi from the University of Copenhagen - and over the last couple of years he has been one of the most important key speakers on the subject of Blockchain and virtual currencies. He started the company Paradigm Consult a couple of years ago together with a partner - with focus on these new technologies and payment services. Simon currently works for Chainalysis as an Account Executive - with prime focus on how to provide AML secure services on Bitcoin for banks globally.
Yourpay has incredible technology, which automatically detects credit card fraud in relation to credit card payments. Yourpay has access to millions of data, because the company functions as an acquiring provider and a payment service provider, all at once. The unique technology automatically analyses the transactions based on these data and multiple others. Within few milliseconds it will expose attempts of credit card fraud regarding all kinds of digital payments.
Mathias Gajhede is the CEO and founder of Yourpay. He has a background as Lead Technical Supporter in Trustpilot where he developed the Automated Feedback Service programme today serving billions of transactions, followed by few years as developer in OS2 Public Digitalisation Network in Ballerup municipality. Mathias' background leads to an alternative market approach, with new and innovative ideas and initiatives.
Jan Lakspere, (Board Member of Icefire, Pocopay IT Lead) can be considered as the embodiment of Icefire's spirit. Dashing in all of his doings and overflowing with energy, he never fails to bring lightness and positive attitude to the rest of the office. However, at the same time, Jan is also known for his stability, rational take on matters and ability to work out bulletproof solutions even for the most complicated issues.
David Gyori is a globally renowned FinTech consultant, trainer, author and keynote speaker. He is CEO of Banking Reports Ltd London, providing top quality ‘FinTech Training for Bankers' all over the world.
David is frequent Keynote Speaker of top international banking and FinTech , and he holds a number of key international positions: He is Founding Member of the World FinTech Association as well as Member of the Panel of Judges of the European FinTech Awards.
David is co-author of ‘The FINTECH Book', published by Wiley and Sons in 2016, quickly becoming a global category best-seller.
David is Faculty Member of the Retail Banking Academy (London), one of the most prestigious banker-training facilities globally. He serves on the Advisory Board of multiple
FinTech companies.
Kristian's work within financial services has made him an acknowledged fintech thought leader and a frequent speaker at conferences worldwide.
Prior to joining Norfico, Kristian served four years in various strategic positions within Nets, where he lead the strategic development related to Nets' mobile services across the Nordic countries as well as advising Nordic banks about the strategic options for mobile payments.
Since 2010 Kristian has participated in Mobey Forum - the leading global association for mobile financial services, and has been an active contributor to the production of Mobey Forum's mobile wallet and HCE white papers. He was elected to the Board of Directors in 2012.