The EBANX Payments Summit, now in its eighth year, is set to convene global merchants, fintech innovators, and payment leaders in Mexico City from September 17-20, 2025. This event, powered by EBANX and partnered with J.P. Morgan Payments, with sponsorship from IXOPAY and Spreedly, delves into pivotal topics like AI agents in searching, comparing, and paying for goods; the role of stablecoins in transforming cross-border digital commerce; and the essential nature of local Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) for businesses scaling in emerging markets across Latin America, Africa, Asia, and beyond.
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AI Agents Transforming Payment Systems and Consumer Journeys
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the payments industry by enhancing systems and directly influencing consumer behavior. AI agents enable seamless searching, comparing, and paying for products, streamlining the entire shopping experience in digital commerce. As João Del Valle, CEO and Co-founder of EBANX, notes, "The payments industry is experiencing an important turning point. Artificial intelligence, which has already been applied to developing and improving payment systems, is now reaching consumers, changing how they shop, and completely transforming their journey." The Summit provides a platform to discuss these disruptions, offering insights for global merchants to leverage AI in cross-border payments and emerging markets.
Stablecoins as a Foundation for Cross-Border Digital Commerce
Stablecoins are emerging as a revolutionary force in payments, providing a programmable infrastructure that makes cross-border transactions faster and more cost-effective. At the event, panels will feature Circle, issuer of USDC, and Triple-A, a Singapore-based crypto payments firm, to explore how these digital assets enable enterprises to handle global payments efficiently. EBANX will unveil new products tied to stablecoins, underscoring their potential to bridge gaps in international digital commerce and support scalable growth in fintech.
The Critical Role of Local APMs in Emerging Markets Expansion
Local Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) are vital for businesses entering and scaling in emerging markets, driving financial inclusion and customer retention. The Summit will spotlight innovations like digital wallets, A2A schemes, India's UPI, and Brazil's Pix, the world's leading instant payment systems. Brazil's Central Bank will share its roadmap post the launch of Pix Automático, projected to unlock USD 30 billion in the digital economy over two years, per PCMI data. Global companies such as Netflix, TikTok, Spotify, Canva, and Sony will discuss how integrating APMs enhances acquisition in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.
Addressing Market Fragmentation Through Orchestration and Tokenization
The event will examine challenges in payment fragmentation and interoperability, with sessions on orchestration and tokenization as key enablers for robust global strategies. Industry leaders like Stripe, Nequi, Mastercard, and Clip join to tackle these issues. As John Noltensmeyer, CISO of IXOPAY, states, "What sets this event apart is its ability to bring together industry leaders to solve real-world challenges." Andy McHale of Spreedly will address open payment ecosystems for improved performance in cross-border growth.
EBANX's commitment to innovation shines through at the Summit, with announcements on AI solutions, stablecoin integrations, and expansion plans. As Del Valle emphasizes, "We are not just talking about the future at this Summit; we are building it. Each of our upcoming announcements reinforces our mission to provide access while bridging the gap between global merchants and emerging economies." This gathering positions attendees to navigate and lead in the evolving landscape of payments and digital commerce.
About the EBANX Payments Summit
For eight years in a row, EBANX has been organizing the most exclusive industry event that brings together global leaders, innovators, and trailblazers from across the payments and digital commerce ecosystem to navigate the fast-evolving landscape of emerging markets. The 2025 global edition, taking place in Mexico for the second time, had an APAC version in Macao last month, from August 28-30. In previous years, the EBANX Payments Summit has taken place in the United States, China, Thailand, Spain, and Brazil.
"Payments Summit embodies our commitment to empower merchants to unlock the full potential of emerging markets. By bringing together leaders year after year, we are not just facilitating conversations; we are building the foundation for our partners' long-term success in the markets that matter most," says João Del Valle.
ABOUT EBANX
EBANX is the leading payments platform connecting global businesses to the world's fastest-growing digital markets. Founded in 2012 in Brazil, EBANX was built with a mission to expand access to international digital commerce. Leveraging proprietary technology, deep market expertise, and robust infrastructure, EBANX enables global companies to offer hundreds of local payment methods across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. More than just payments, EBANX drives growth, enhances sales, and delivers seamless purchase experiences for businesses and end-users alike.
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