The chief minister has given the opening address at this year's Manx State of the Nation conference at the Villa Marina today (30 Jan).
The Alliance of Isle of Man Compliance Professionals is hosting the event, now in its 10th year, for delegates from across the Island's financial services industry.
Allan Bell's keynote speech will be followed by sessions on current economic development initiatives and risk and compliance issues around crypto currencies.
A panel of speakers from off Island will give international perspectives on the Isle of Man, while this afternoon the future shape of banking is on the agenda.