ATMIA End-of-Year Highlights: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead

ATMIA End-of-Year Highlights: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead
As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on a year filled with impactful events, meaningful projects, and valuable industry collaboration. We are grateful for your continued support and engagement, which has driven our shared success.

EEM24 Conference in London
One of the year’s standout events was the ATMIA Europe and Emerging Markets Conference in London. The event brought together industry leaders and innovators to discuss the future of ATMs and cash, offering a top-notch experience with a well-organized venue, an engaging agenda, and exceptional content.

Key Highlights:

1. Prime Venue
The conference took place in a prime London location with modern facilities and comfortable spaces for both presentations and informal networking. Sessions were well-timed, and the exhibition space was easy to navigate, fostering valuable connections.

2. Engaging Agenda
Originally planned for 17 presentations, the agenda expanded to nearly 20 due to high-quality proposals. Notable features included two keynote speeches, dynamic panel discussions, and a newly introduced Meet and Greet event. This exclusive networking session connected Board Members, Advocacy Fund Contributors, and ATM Emerging Leaders over cocktails and food, enhancing industry collaboration.

3. Fantastic Content and Speakers
The lineup of speakers offered practical insights and forward-thinking ideas. A standout was Session 18: Challenges Facing Cash Management and Cash Infrastructure, featuring industry leaders like Rüdiger Voss, Brendan Thorpe (Auriga), and Peter Woydich (Cash Pilot). The panel delivered valuable perspectives on pressing challenges in cash management.

Key Takeaways:

• Cash and ATMs remain vital for financial inclusion, reinforcing the need for continued advocacy.
• Staying competitive requires ongoing innovation and a commitment to sustainability.
• Building relationships and fostering collaboration within the industry is more crucial than ever.

Key Projects and Releases

• Press Release on Domestic Interchange Fees: We issued an important update highlighting collaborative efforts toward creating fairer fee structures, sparking valuable industry discussions.
• White Papers on Sustainability: We published several insightful white papers and look forward to publishing more in 2025.
• Webinars on Sustainability and Technology: Our expert-led webinar explored how technology can drive sustainability and operational efficiency, attracting a global audience.

Looking Ahead
As we enter 2025, we are excited to build on these achievements through continued collaboration. New projects, events, and industry initiatives are already in the works, and we look forward to working together with all our members to shape the future of cash and payments.

Thank you for being an essential part of our community. We wish you a very Merry Christmas, a joyful holiday season and a successful, prosperous New Year!