June 10 • Dua Miami, Autograph Collection
Explore, Engage, and Strategize for Success in LATAM
$249 ETA Members • $299 Non-Members
About Event
TRANSACT Tech — LATAM unites policymakers, innovators, and industry leaders to explore Latin America's rapidly evolving payments landscape. With the region's ecommerce market expected to reach US$194.7 billion in 2024 (Research and Markets), timing is critical for understanding this dynamic ecosystem.
With insights from central bank officials and technology pioneers, the event examines digital transformation, cryptocurrency adoption, and emerging technologies reshaping payments across the region, with special focus on Brazil and Mexico. Through expert panels, strategic discussions, and dedicated networking sessions, participants will gain actionable insights for thriving in this dynamic market.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This high-impact, one-day event is essential for payment industry executives, fintech leaders, and financial institutions ready to capitalize on LATAM's payment ecosystem. Whether you're focused on regulatory compliance, digital transformation, or exploring new technologies like Tap to Mobile and AI, TRANSACT Tech — LATAM delivers both valuable connections and critical insights for success in this rapidly growing market.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Jennifer Desjardins at jdesjardins@electran.org.
Media will not be invited.
Agenda
TUESDAY, JUNE 10
8:00am
Breakfast and Registration Open
9:00am
Welcome
JODIE KELLEY
CEO
ETA
9:10am
State of Payments in LATAM
This panel will discuss the current state of payments in LATAM, specifically Brazil and Mexico.
9:45am
Payments and Policy – Brazil
Policymakers in Brazil are focused on the payments industry. This panel will explore the present and future political and policy landscapes that shape payments.
10:10am
Digitalization of payments in the LATAM region
The panel will cover radical change in consumer experience powered by the digitization of payments in Brazil and Mexico. How did they go from cash to digital payments in under a decade for both online and POS commerce. It will focus on how the overall payments experience has changed for the consumer and the merchant (for both online and offline commerce). It will also touch upon similarities and difference unique to Brazil and Mexico.
10:35am
Networking Break
10:45am
Digital Assets adoption in LATAM
Cryptocurrencies have emerged as a considerable force in the global financial landscape, offering individuals and businesses an alternative means of conducting transactions. In recent years, the adoption of cryptocurrencies in Mexico and Brazil has gained significant traction. This session will focus on insights on the current legalities, politics, logistics, and the ways in which the citizens of Mexico and Brazil are embracing and utilizing cryptocurrencies.
11:25am
Overview of Policy Framework in LATAM
This panel will explore how policymakers are thinking about the latest payments developments including CBDC, Open Finance, Instant Payments, BNPL, and more.
12:00pm
B2B
With billions in business payments still being made by check, this panel will explore how payments industry can modernize B2B.
12:25pm
Lunch
1:50pm
Fighting Fraud
LATAM presents unique challenges relative to fraud in payments. This panel will explore the unique characteristics of fraud and how the payments industry is addressing them.
Diego Becker
Director, International Growth
Chargeback Gurus
2:20pm
Payments and Policy – Mexico
Policymakers in Mexico are focused on the payments industry. This panel will explore the present and future political and policy landscapes that shape payments.
2:40pm
Networking Break
2:50pm
Tap on Mobile/Tap to Phone
Tap on Mobile (TOM) or Tap on Phone is the newest form of taking contactless or NFC payments, by leveraging COTS (Commercial off the self) devices such as mobile devices. Join this session to learn about TOM and what it means to merchants of all sizes and its developments in LATAM.
3:30pm
AI in Payments
AI is changing how the payments industry fights fraud, helps customers, increases compliance, and reduces friction. This panel will discuss the implications for Ai in LATAM.
4:00pm
Closing Remarks
JODIE KELLEY
CEO
ETA
4:15pm
Reception
Venue / Hotel
Dua Miami, Autograph Collection
1300 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
$375 / night + taxes and other charges
You will be sent a special hotel booking link with your event registration confirmation. Limited rooms are available.
Nearest Airport: Miami International
Know Before You Go
The following transit lines have routes that pass near Dua Miami, Autograph Collection.
- Train: Mia Mover Transit-Rail, Tri-Rail, Downtown Miami Link Tri-Rail
- Subway: Metro Rail Orange Line, Metro Rail Green Line
- Metromover Light Rail: Brickell Loop, Inner Loop, Omni Loop
- Bus: Multiple Bus Lines
Thank You to Our Exclusive Sponsor
Terms & Conditions
Cancellations & Refunds
TRANSACT Tech — LATAM attendees agree to follow health guidelines issued by the local authorities and by the venue operators.
Cancellations requested by May 27, 2025 will be charged a $25 processing fee. There will be no refunds for cancellation requests received after May 27, 2024. No-shows are non-refundable. All cancellation requests should be made in writing to etareg@expotracker.net.
Substitutions can be made in writing until June 9, 2025. Substitution requests should be made in writing to etareg@expotracker.net with the subject “TRANSACT Tech LATAM Registration Substitution". No onsite substitutions will be allowed.
In the unlikely event of program cancellation, ETA will refund 100 percent of registration fees paid. ETA assumes no liability for any penalty fees on airline tickets, deposits for hotel accommodations, or any other fees, charges, penalties or other incidental costs that a registrant might incur as a consequence of a program cancellation.
Name Badges
All registrants will be provided a name badge for use during the event. For security purposes, you will be required to wear your name badge at all times in ETA’s meeting space. Individuals without a visible name badge will not be permitted into the meeting areas.
Event Photography Policy
By attending the event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or videos of you may be taken by our conference staff and/or photographers at any time. Furthermore, you grant ETA permission to use photographs and/or video of your likeness in any type of media, including websites and print publications, without compensation or reward.
NO AUDIO OR VIDEO TAPING OF THE PROGRAM IS PERMITTED.
Americans with Disabilities Act / Special Dietary Needs
Attendees with special needs for facilities, visual or audio aids, or dietary requirements are asked to email etareg@expotracker.net so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
ETA CPP CE Credits
The ETA CPP™ certification program sets the standard for professional performance in the payments industry and is a symbol of excellence. It signifies that an individual has demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to perform competently in today’s complex electronic payments environment.
This event is approved for ETA CPP™ Continuing Education (CE) credits. Credit is earned at the rate of one credit per 50 minutes of electronic transactions industry-related session time, including questions and answers, excluding lunches and breaks.