As SIBOS 2025 approaches, the trade finance industry finds itself at a crossroads — facing both extraordinary digital potential and a growing demand for regulatory clarity, automation, and intelligence. Traydstream, a leader in AI-driven trade automation, has been at the forefront of this transformation, helping banks and corporates navigate complexity with smarter, connected solutions.
We spoke with four of Traydstream’s senior leaders — Srividya Subramanian, Sameer Sehgal, Stephan Hufnagl, and David Frye — to understand the trends shaping their agenda at SIBOS and what’s next for technology in trade.
Interview with Srividya Subramanian
VP Sales, Traydstream
Theme: Global Momentum and Digitisation Across the Trade Ecosystem
Q: What excites you about SIBOS this year?
A: SIBOS is the meeting point of ambition and reality. This year, more than ever, we’re seeing a sense of urgency from institutions that want to accelerate their digitisation journey. We’re excited to showcase how Traydstream helps bridge that gap, not just with tech, but with insights and partnerships that scale.
Q: What trends are you seeing in client needs right now?
A: Clients aren’t just looking to reduce costs — they want clarity, control, and compliance assurance. Tools like TraydAnalytics provide operational intelligence that’s never been available before. Banks and corporates now want to know what’s hidden in their trades, what their exposures are, and how they can fix pain points proactively.
Q: Where is Traydstream focusing its growth strategy next?
A: We’re expanding across Africa, LATAM, and North America, building on the strong demand from banks and corporates looking for modern, agile solutions. With the rise of new regulatory frameworks and local market challenges, we’re uniquely positioned to help clients localise compliance while standardising global operations.
Interview with Sameer Sehgal
Chief Executive Officer, Traydstream
Theme: The Big Picture – Trade Transformation, Embedded Finance & Interoperability
Q: What’s the biggest opportunity you see for the trade finance industry right now?
A: We’re standing at a pivotal moment — regulation, technology, and client expectations are aligning. The opportunity lies in creating connected ecosystems where documents, data, and financing flow seamlessly. Traydstream’s role is to power this shift by bringing automation, validation, and financing into one intelligent journey.
Q: What should people look for at Traydstream this SIBOS?
A: We’re unveiling major updates: TraydAccess, which enables seamless access to working capital; TraydFX, for embedded currency solutions; and enhancements to TraydCheck, our core engine. Together, they offer a modular, future-proof path to digitisation.
Q: What partnerships are shaping Traydstream’s ecosystem going forward?
A: Collaboration is our DNA. From partnering with ICCUK on policy and advocacy, to co-creating with banks like Deutsche Bank, ADCB and SMBC, we are building solutions that solve real trade problems — not just hypotheticals. The strength of our partnerships accelerates product innovation and helps us stay tightly aligned to market needs.
Interview with Stephan Hufnagl
Chief Technology Officer, Traydstream
Theme: Building Trustworthy, Scalable AI in a Regulated World
Q: How is Traydstream evolving its technology to stay ahead of trade digitisation trends?
A: We’ve doubled down on security, scalability, and explainability. Our AI models are embedded with traceability at every step — every document is reviewed with explainable validation logic that clients can audit and regulators can trust. That’s the key to real adoption in regulated environments.
Q: What’s your message to CTOs and CIOs attending SIBOS?
A: You need solutions that don’t just plug in but fit in. Our platform is modular, API-first, and cloud-agnostic — so you can adopt what you need, when you need it, without overhauling your architecture. Think agile, not monolithic.
Q: How is Traydstream preparing for interoperability and regulatory readiness?
A: We’ve aligned our roadmap with MLETR, UNCITRAL Model Laws, and ISO standards. Interoperability is built into our architecture — we support both digital original documents and scanned versions, ensuring banks can transition at their pace while staying compliant. It’s about designing for the now and the next.
Interview with David Frye
Managing Director, Traydstream
Theme: Turning Complexity Into Clarity for Clients
Q: What’s driving your conversations with banks and corporates today?
A: They want outcomes — not just automation. Clients are asking: “How do I improve my compliance rates? How can I reduce manual reviews? How do I scale operations without scaling headcount?” That’s where Traydstream shines — in giving them immediate, measurable impact.
Q: What should clients ask themselves going into SIBOS?
A: Ask: Can I see every trade transaction clearly, and am I confident it’s compliant? If the answer isn’t a confident yes, you’re not digitised — you’re just digital. We help turn trade chaos into structure, insights, and action.
Q: How does TraydAccess enhance what’s possible for clients — and what role will it play at SIBOS?
A: TraydAccess is one of our biggest reveals at SIBOS. It brings embedded working capital directly into the trade process. Instead of waiting days or weeks for financing decisions, clients can receive funding offers in near real time, based on validated trade flows and documentation. At SIBOS, we’re showcasing how TraydAccess helps banks become smarter credit facilitators, while giving corporates seamless access to liquidity, right where trade happens.
Conclusion – A Connected Future for Trade
Trade finance is no longer about just moving documents — it’s about unlocking value from data, ensuring compliance at scale, and creating systems that speak to each other. As AI, regulation, and embedded finance converge, we believe platforms must be open, secure, and explainable from day one.
At SIBOS 2025, we’re not just showing what Traydstream can do — we’re demonstrating how intelligent, compliant, and connected trade becomes a reality. And we’re excited to build that future with the global trade community.
