LemFi chief joins leading European startup gathering
Ridwan Olalere, Co-founder and CEO of cross-border payments scale-up LemFi, has been announced as one of the headline speakers for the EU-Startups Summit 2026, set to take place in Malta. The annual event brings together thousands of founders, investors and innovation leaders from across Europe to discuss the future of the startup ecosystem.
Focus on fintech and financial inclusion
At the 2026 edition of the summit, Ridwan Olalere is expected to share insights on building a high-growth fintech company that serves migrants and emerging markets. LemFi is known for leveraging digital wallets, cross-border remittances and streamlined compliance processes to reduce the cost and friction of sending money internationally.
His session in Malta will likely explore how fintech innovation can drive broader financial inclusion, especially for underbanked communities navigating multiple currencies and regulatory regimes. The presence of a fast-scaling fintech founder underscores the summit’s emphasis on practical strategies for building resilient, regulated technology businesses in Europe and beyond.
Malta as a strategic hub for startups
By hosting the EU-Startups Summit 2026 in Malta, organizers are highlighting the island nation’s ambition to position itself as a regional hub for technology, digital finance and startup regulation. The event will feature keynotes, panel discussions, pitch competitions and networking sessions connecting founders with venture capital firms and corporate partners.
What attendees can expect
Participants can expect in-depth conversations on topics such as scaling fintech across borders, navigating European licensing frameworks, and building trustworthy payment infrastructure. With speakers like Ridwan Olalere, the summit aims to deliver actionable guidance on product-market fit, regulatory strategy and sustainable growth in a competitive fintech landscape.
The inclusion of LemFi at the Malta summit signals growing interest in payment platforms that bridge Europe, Africa and other fast-growing regions, and reflects how cross-border financial technology is reshaping the global startup agenda.