As the Moonshot by TechCabal conference enters its fourth and most ambitious edition, it has found a headline partner that mirrors its own trajectory: Grey. The US-based global payments firm, which serves nearly three million users, has officially taken the top sponsorship slot for the event, returning to the National Theatre, Lagos, on October 28 and 29, 2026.
This partnership marks a pivotal moment for both entities. For Moonshot, it signals a focus on Africa’s role as a creator of global infrastructure. For Grey, it’s a homecoming that celebrates their expansion into North America, South Asia, and Latin America.
The fintech landscape in 2026 is dominated by the need for seamless, multi-currency transitions. Grey has positioned itself at the eye of this storm:
- With transfers to over 170 destinations and regulatory approval in Canada (FINTRAC) and the USA (FinCEN), Grey is proving that a company built in Lagos can serve the world.
- The February 2026 launch of Grey Business has shifted the company’s focus toward the founders, operators, and SMEs that form the core audience of Moonshot.
- In a volatile global economy, Grey’s virtual cards, accepted at 150 million merchants, provide a lifeline for African businesses operating on the global stage.
Attendees at Moonshot 2026 won’t just see Grey’s logo on the walls; they will engage with the logic behind the platform.
- CEO Idorenyin Obong will deliver a headline keynote on Borderless Money, exploring how Africa is building, not just consuming, global payment rails.
- A private convening of investors and business leaders to discuss the regulatory hurdles and opportunities in cross-border trade.
- On-site demos of Grey’s consumer and business stacks, showcasing real-time currency exchange and virtual card deployment.
“Cross-border payments are one of the few categories where Africa is building global infrastructure, not just consuming it,” says Idorenyin Obong, CEO of Grey. “Moonshot is where that conversation is happening.”
