About This Video
At the LiquidX Rooftop Event in New York, Trade Treasury Payments (TTP) spoke with leaders from banks, fintechs and service providers about how technology, partnerships and private credit are transforming trade and supply chain finance.
Across the rooftop, voices from LiquidX, Broadridge, Intesa Sanpaolo, Huntington National Bank and TD Securities shared how digital platforms, data and collaboration are driving new efficiency, liquidity and inclusion across global markets.
From automation and data extraction to private credit and platform-based ecosystems, the message was clear: the future of trade finance will be connected, scalable and technology driven.
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Key Topics
- Banks and fintechs can operate in a shared ecosystem where each contributes complementary strengths.
- LiquidX technology enables clients to digitise and submit invoices within seconds, improving turnaround times.
- Digital processes allow institutions to gain better insight from the data they already handle.
Key Insights
Digital tools are reshaping how trade and working capital finance are executed, reducing friction and manual effort
Collaboration between banks and fintechs is becoming essential as clients expect faster, more transparent processes.
Data extracted from digital workflows provides institutions with a clearer understanding of their operational landscape.
Expert Analysis
Dominic Capolongo’s remarks underscore a shift already visible across the trade finance landscape: digitalisation is no longer an optional enhancement but a practical necessity. His example of invoice submission in under half a minute illustrates how technology can remove long‑standing bottlenecks without forcing banks to abandon their established processes. The partnership model he describes reflects a broader industry trend in which banks rely on fintechs for agility and innovation, while fintechs depend on banks for scale, trust and capital. Together, they create a more responsive and data‑rich environment for clients seeking efficiency and clarity— Dominic Capolongo
Key Findings
- Fintech platforms can significantly reduce the time required to submit and process trade‑related documents.
- The combination of bank funding capability and fintech digital infrastructure creates a more efficient ecosystem.
- Institutions that embrace digital tools gain not only speed but also deeper operational insight.
Implications
- Banks can enhance client service without restructuring their entire operating model by integrating fintech platforms.
- Faster processing times may become a competitive differentiator as more institutions adopt digital solutions.
- Better data visibility supports improved decision‑making, risk assessment and process optimisation.
Key Takeaways
- Digital collaboration between banks and fintechs is accelerating the move towards faster, more transparent and more insightful trade finance processes, with platforms like LiquidX demonstrating how meaningful improvements can be achieved with minimal disruption.
