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About Curious Thinkers

Curious Thinkers is an exclusive, invite-only event where our clients and partners gain insights from local and international experts on the latest trends in payments, data, and innovation. First launched by Cuscal in 2018, its success has turned it into a valued annual two-day conference.

Speakers

Agenda

Day 1 20 October 2025

The Speed Trap: Innovation, Trust & the Road Ahead

The Hon. Victor Dominello

How THE ICONIC disrupted Australian Retail

Adam Jacobs

Scam Inc. The Business of Deception

Sue-Lin Wong

Supporting the Frontline: Resilience in the Wake of Scams

Dr. Adam Fraser
Day 2 21 October 2025

Cyber Resilience Starts with Responsibility

Prof. Edward Santow

Scaling AI Without Losing the Human

Dr. Catherine Ball

Designing for Trust in a Digital World

Philipp Kristian

Stop Dreaming of a Better World and Make One!

Dr. Jordan Nguyen

Venue Details

  • Conference

    Hyatt Regency, Grand Ballroom
    161 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000

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  • Stand-up Dining Experience

    Zephyr Bar
    161 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000

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FAQs

When and where will the event take place?

The event will run over two days on 20 & 21 October 2025, held at the Hyatt Regency, 161 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000 in the Grand Ballroom.

How do I RSVP to the event?

Please RSVP to the email invitation received from curiousthinkers@cuscal.com.au

What are the start and finish times for the two-day event?

Day 1: Monday 20 October 2025
09:00 – Registration and Coffee
10:00 – Curious Thinkers Starts
17:50 – Curious Thinkers Day 1 Closes
18:00 – 23:00 – Stand-up Dining Experience

Day 2: Tuesday 21 October 2025
08:00 – Registration and Coffee
09:00 – Curious Thinkers Starts
17:15 – Curious Thinkers Finishes

When available you will be able to view a summary of event highlights on this web page and an agenda that you can download.

Who will attend the event?

Cuscal clients and partner organisations from banking, financial services, fintechs and corporates. There will be approximately 230 other CEOs, Senior Managers and Department Heads attending this invite-only event.

I can no longer attend, who should I contact?

Please email curiousthinkers@cuscal.com.au if you can no longer attend and consider nominating someone from your company to take your place.

Can I bring/invite a colleague?

Your invitation has been exclusively selected by the team at Cuscal. However, if there is someone who you think Cuscal would like to also invite please email curiousthinkers@cuscal.com.au to enquire if we have available spots.

Who is organising Curious Thinkers?

Curious Thinkers is brought to you by Cuscal. Born Curious has been engaged to provide event management support.

What is the agenda?

When available you will be able to view a summary of event highlights on this web page and an agenda that you can download.

Is there parking at the event?

Parking is not available at the venue. However, there are several secure car parks located nearby.

How to get public transport to the event?

Visit the Transport for NSW website to plan your trip.

Where is the Stand-up Dining Experience on 20 October 2025?

The Stand-up Dining Experience will be held at the Zephyr Bar in the Hyatt Regency at 161 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000.