Day 2 took us deep into the forces reshaping retail – from building resilient payment systems in collaboration between retailers and central banks, to understanding how digital wallets are evolving into central hubs for loyalty and customer engagement.

When executives from Nordic retailers meet at The Nordic Summit, they will be joined by representatives from the European and Nordic central banks to discuss how central bank digital currencies (CBDC) can strengthen resilience in an uncertain world.

We have been given insights from leading experts within technology shifts that transform the retail sectors. And several companies have shared best practices in how they adapt to future consumer expectiations and behavior.

The Nordic Retail Summit is back in Malmö this October with one clear theme: The Consumer of the Future. Tomorrow’s customers are rewriting the rules of retail - demanding trust, loyalty, speed, and seamless experiences powered by AI. 

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) plays a vital role in shaping the future of global aviation, bringing together over 300 airlines and key players in payments and commerce. On June 24, Nordic Initiative was honored to participate in IATA Payment Day.