FinTech Mexico, FTA Strengthen Cross-Border Collaboration

At the North Capital Forum 2025, the Asociación FinTech Mexico and the Financial Technology Association (FTA) of the United States signed a Joint Declaration to strengthen collaboration in financial technology between the two countries.

The declaration was signed by Felipe Vallejo, Chairman, FinTech Mexico; Penny Lee, CEO, FTA; and Claudia Núñez Sañudo, Director General, FinTech Mexico, who served as witness of honor.

The document emphasizes the shared importance of financial technology in promoting innovation, inclusion, and sustainable growth in both Mexico and the United States. It also outlines the associations’ intention to collaborate on knowledge exchange, creating dialogue spaces, and promoting public policies that foster resilient and inclusive financial ecosystems.

During the signing, representatives highlighted that the agreement reflects a joint commitment to strengthening cooperation in a strategic sector for economic development and financial inclusion, and to sharing experiences that support a modern, secure, and competitive financial system.

As part of the forum program, Núñez Sañudo participated in the panel “My Shot: Digital is the New Cash,” moderated by Penny Lee. The session also featured Kristy Duncan, founder, Women in Payments, and René Salazar, representative, Stripe LATAM.

The panel explored how fintech is transforming global money movement through instant payments, stablecoins, cryptocurrencies, and real-time settlements. Participants discussed the effects on remittances, financial inclusion, and cross-border economic integration, as well as the regulatory and infrastructure challenges involved.

Núñez Sañudo emphasized that discussions about the financial sector’s future are increasingly focused on linking inclusion with financial well-being. She noted that true progress depends not only on expanding access to digital services but also on ensuring these services enhance users’ quality of life.

She added that trust remains central to the financial system and reinforcing it requires consistent collaboration among all ecosystem participants. Núñez Sañudo also highlighted that one of fintech’s key strengths is its human-centered approach, offering solutions tailored to users’ diverse financial needs and habits.

Panelists agreed that digitalization of finance must be supported by financial education, technological interoperability, and robust regulatory frameworks to ensure that innovation benefits both consumers and the broader economy.