NEC at SFF 2025: Game-Changing Face Payment, Avaloq and Cyber Defense

NEC at SFF 2025 returns to Singapore Expo from November 12–14 with a slate of live demos and expert sessions designed to accelerate secure, connected, and intelligent financial ecosystems. Marking the 10th anniversary of the Singapore FinTech Festival, the company is putting identity, insights, platforms, and security at the center of digital finance—including an on-site face-enabled checkout that lets visitors grab a complimentary coffee after a quick facial scan.

The showcase underscores NEC’s focus on solutions that evolve with customer needs while meeting the stringent reliability, privacy, and compliance requirements of banks and fintechs across ASEAN and beyond.

“Finance is entering a new era where identity, insights, platforms, and security must work as one,” said Michio Kotegawa, Senior Vice President and Head of Financial Solutions Business Unit & Digital Financial Solutions & Innovation at NEC Asia Pacific. “At NEC, we are proud to bring proven solutions to ASEAN, empowering financial institutions to create what’s ahead for digital finance.”

What to expect from NEC at SFF 2025

At Booth #3J31 in Hall 3, NEC at SFF 2025 will spotlight four pillars shaping the next phase of financial services:

• Face Payment (Digital ID as a Service)
• Financial Insights & Supply Chain Platform for CFOs (with TASConnect and Agentic AI)
• Avaloq’s front-to-back banking software and services
• Cyber Intelligence & Operation Center

Face Payment: Checkout in seconds with facial recognition

Speed, security, and simplicity converge with NEC’s Face Payment demo. In a real-world coffee bar setup, attendees register once and pay by scanning their face—no cards, cash, or paper processes required. The solution aims to:

• Reduce manpower needs by automating routine steps at the point of sale
• Cut paper-based workflows for greener operations
• Improve throughput during peak hours while maintaining strong security

Beyond the coffee counter, NEC at SFF 2025 showcases how this digital identity capability can be embedded across retail, transit, and campus environments to streamline customer journeys and reduce friction across payments.

CFO’s corner: Liquidity visibility and embedded finance

In partnership with TASConnect, NEC at SFF 2025 will highlight a Financial Insights & Supply Chain Platform that brings real-time visibility and smarter cash management to the finance function. The platform is designed to help CFOs:

• Monitor KPIs and liquidity in real time
• Apply predictive analytics for planning and scenario modeling
• Integrate across multiple banks to streamline working capital
• Unlock trapped liquidity with embedded supply chain financing powered by Agentic AI
• Align financing programs with ESG goals to support sustainable value chains

By consolidating insights and workflows, the platform helps organizations accelerate cash conversion cycles, mitigate counterparty risk, and build resilience in volatile markets.

Avaloq: Digital-first wealth and banking at scale

A Swiss premium front-to-back software provider acquired by NEC, Avaloq serves more than 170 institutions across 35 countries. At NEC at SFF 2025, Avaloq will demonstrate how SaaS and BPaaS delivery models help banks:

• Scale rapidly while controlling costs
• Automate back-office processes to reduce operational friction
• Equip relationship managers with intuitive tools for personalized, digital-first client engagement
• Navigate regulatory compliance without sacrificing speed to market

For affluent and next-generation investors, the goal is consistent: seamless experiences that blend human advice with modern digital channels.

Cyber Intelligence & Operation Center: 24/7 defense for digital finance

Trust in digital finance depends on resilient operations. Security takes center stage at NEC at SFF 2025 with the Cyber Intelligence & Operation Center—combining decades of AI and cybersecurity expertise. The service provides:

• Continuous monitoring of critical systems and endpoints
• AI-driven threat detection to spot anomalies faster
• Coordinated incident response to minimize downtime and risk
• Support for regulatory and industry compliance requirements

From emerging threats to sophisticated fraud schemes, the focus is on keeping financial ecosystems secure, compliant, and operational.

Conversations that matter: Fireside chats and live insights

Beyond demos, NEC at SFF 2025 will host fireside chats alongside partners, customers, and industry leaders. Sessions will delve into technologies, regulations, and strategies guiding next-gen finance:

• November 12, 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
  Wealth insights 2025 for Asia and the Middle East
  A look at evolving client expectations and strategic opportunities shaping regional wealth management.
• November 12, 3:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
  Intelligence in Motion – Agentic AI & the Future of Supply Chain Finance
  How Agentic AI is enabling predictive liquidity and decentralized trade ecosystems.
• November 13, 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
  Redefining Financial Innovation: The Power of Strategic Partnerships
  Why financial institutions and tech ventures are setting new benchmarks for agility and customer-centricity.
• November 13, 2:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
  Banking Operations: AI-driven transformation in the back office
  Practical ways AI is boosting efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in modern operations.

Event details and how to connect

Visitors can find NEC at SFF 2025 at Singapore Expo, Hall 3 — Booth #3J31, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., November 12–14. Private demos can be booked via sg_marketing@nec.com.sg. Attendees who book and visit the booth will receive a special gift and a complimentary coffee after trying the Face Payment experience.

Why this matters: Context and background

Celebrating its 10th edition, the Singapore FinTech Festival is widely recognized as the largest global fintech event. NEC’s presence reflects a broader industry shift, where identity verification, embedded finance, and AI-enhanced security are converging to deliver end-to-end digital experiences. The company’s approach—connecting biometrics, analytics, platforms, and cyber defense—mirrors what institutions say they need: continuity for mission-critical operations and the flexibility to transform at speed.

By bringing solutions like Face Payment, Avaloq’s banking platforms, and the Cyber Intelligence & Operation Center under one roof, NEC at SFF 2025 positions itself as a full-stack partner for banks, payments providers, and enterprises strengthening their digital finance strategies.

Reactions and updates

Industry discussions ahead of the event have focused on responsible use of AI, real-time risk visibility, and the need for interoperable platforms across markets. NEC at SFF 2025 is set to contribute to that dialogue through its demos and fireside chats, particularly around Agentic AI in supply chain finance and AI-driven back-office transformation. As the event approaches, financial institutions across ASEAN are expected to probe use cases that deliver measurable gains in efficiency, resiliency, and customer experience.

The bottom line

With live demos, practical platforms, and expert-led conversations, NEC at SFF 2025 brings together identity, insights, platforms, and security to help institutions modernize with confidence. Whether it’s face-enabled payments at the edge, CFO-grade liquidity intelligence in the middle office, or always-on cyber defense, the company is aiming to show how integrated technologies can shape the future of finance—securely and at scale.

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