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2026 is shaping up to be an unmissable year for fintech, with conferences around the globe offering unparalleled access to the people, ideas, and technologies defining the industry.
From Miami to Singapore, these events bring together startups, banks, investors, and innovators to explore AI, open finance, and the next wave of digital financial services.
Here are the top fintech conferences you shouldn’t miss in 2026.
1. Fintech Americas
Best for connecting banks and fintechs across the Americas to explore AI, open finance, and digital transformation.
- Date: March 24–26, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: Hotel Fontainebleau, Miami Beach, Florida, USA
- Key Speakers:
- Cristina Junqueira – Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer, Nubank
- Glauber Mota – CEO, Revolut
- Biswa Sengupta – Managing Director, Generative AI, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
- Price:
- $1,295 for financial institutions and startups
- $2,195 for technology vendors and service providers
Fintech Americas Miami brings together 1,800+ leaders from banking, fintech, payments, insurance, and regulation across the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
The theme “The 4th Dimension: AI with a Soul” explores how AI, digital infrastructure, and open finance are reshaping financial services, with case studies from banks and fintech firms already implementing these changes.
The event also offers curated programs like Founders Americas for fintech startups, LeaderTrack for bank CEOs, and FEMTech for women leaders in fintech.
Register to attend Fintech Americas in Miami.
2. Fintech Meetup
Best for high-volume networking for partnerships and business development in fintech.
- Date: March 29 – April 1, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
- Key Speakers:
- Aaron Slettehaugh – Senior Vice President Product, Ripple
- Angela Strange – General Partner, Andreessen Horowitz
- Kyle Hauptman – Chairman, National Credit Union Administration
- Price:
- Free hosted passes available for qualified banks, credit unions, and merchants.
- $1,800 for banks and credit unions & retailers and merchants
- $3,500 for general attendees
Fintech Meetup is one of the largest fintech industry gatherings, designed specifically for partnerships and business development.
Unlike traditional conferences that rely primarily on hallway networking, the event uses a double-opt-in matchmaking system that helps attendees schedule one-on-one meetings in advance.
The agenda focuses on practical industry issues such as AI adoption in banking, embedded finance, real-time payments, cross-border infrastructure, and regulatory shifts.
In 2026, the event also introduces new formats like TableTalks, a small peer-led discussions with no presentations, and the Banking CMO Summit, an invite-only program for leaders in financial services.
Get your ticket to join Fintech Meetup.
3. UK Fintech Week
Best for insights into European fintech policy, regulation, and startup growth.
- Date: April 20–24, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: London, United Kingdom (flagship summit held at Guildhall)
- Key Speakers:
- Julia Hoggett – CEO, London Stock Exchange
- Justin Basini – Co-Founder & Group CEO, ClearScore
- Iain Anderson – Non-Executive Director, Innovate Finance
- Price:
- Startups ticket for IFGS: £475
- General ticket for IFGS: £1,700
UK FinTech Week is one of the United Kingdom’s major fintech gatherings.
Organized by Innovate Finance, the event draws more than 1,500 attendees from over 70 countries. Its main event is the Innovate Finance Global Summit.
This year’s program focuses on how fintech is evolving alongside regulation, open banking, stablecoin policy, and the growth of new fintech companies.
The week also includes multiple events, such as:
- Pitch360, a fast-paced startup pitching session
- The UK FinTech Academic Network Conference, which brings together researchers and industry leaders.
Regulators are also strongly involved in the event, with dedicated office hours where startups can meet directly with officials from the Financial Conduct Authority.
Secure a ticket for UK FinTech Week in London.
4. New York Fintech Week
Best for community-driven events combining summits, networking, and fintech showcases.
- Date: April 27 – May 1, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: New York City, New York, USA
- Key Speakers:
- Nicole Casperson – Founder & CEO of Fintech is Femme Media
- Drew Glover – Co-Founder of Fiat Growth GP, Fiat Ventures
- Frances Zelazny – Host of The Fintech Security Summit
- Price (Early Bird rates):
- Free entrance to discussions, showcases, coffee meetups and networking events
- 1-Day Summit Pass: $495
- 3-Day Summit Pass: $895
- VIP 3-Day All Access: $1,295
New York FinTech Week is the city’s flagship, week-long celebration of fintech, featuring an unmatched mix of summits, panels, networking events, and showcases.
The official conference spans three days with targeted summits:
- Fintech Summit (April 28), exploring cutting-edge products and partnerships
- Leadership Summit (April 29), focusing on strategy, mentorship, and culture
- Security Summit (April 30), delving into fraud prevention, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
With 90+ events across Manhattan, NYFW brings together community networking, focused learning, and insight into the future of financial services.
Explore the schedule and register for New York FinTech Week events.
5. Finovate Spring
Best for fast-paced live demos of cutting-edge fintech products and technologies.
- Date: May 5–7, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, San Diego, California, USA
- Key Speakers:
- Sammy Assefa – Head of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Innovation, U.S. Bank
- Jesse Schwarz – Executive Director, Fintech Partnerships, JPMorgan Chase
- Jade Mandel – Managing Director, Goldman Sachs
- Price:
- All-Access pass – 3 days: $3,198
- Demo Day pass – 2 days: $2,299
- Conference Day pass – 1 day: $1,399
FinovateSpring is known for its fast-paced product demo format, where more than 50 fintech companies present live seven-minute demonstrations of working technology instead of slide presentations.
Running for more than 15 years, the event brings together more than 1,200 senior attendees, including over 600 participants from banks, credit unions, and financial institutions.
For many industry professionals, the value of the event comes from seeing new products in action and assessing them quickly, which is something traditional fintech conferences rarely offer.
Book your tickets to attend FinovateSpring’s live fintech demos.
A second event in the series, FinovateFall, will take place September 9–11, 2026, in The Marriott Marquis Times Square, New York.
6. Consensus by Coindesk
Best for the largest gathering in crypto, blockchain, and digital asset innovation.
- Date: May 5–7, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida, USA
- Key Speakers:
- Brad Garlinghouse – CEO, Ripple
- Sergey Nazarov – Co-Founder, Chainlink
- Mike Novogratz – CEO, Galaxy Digital
- Price:
- Pro Pass: $899 (full access)
- Platinum Pass: $1,599 (priority check-ins and private spaces)
- Piranha VIP Pass: $4,999 (concierge services, elite networking, and perks)
Consensus 2026, organized by CoinDesk, is one of the most influential gatherings in the crypto and digital assets ecosystem, often described as the “Super Bowl of blockchain.”
It is expected to attract 20,000+ attendees from over 100 countries. A major draw is its strong institutional presence, wherein finance giants representing trillions in assets.
The program spans 200+ sessions across five stages and multiple summits, covering topics such as:
- Decentralized finance (DeFi)
- Tokenization of real-world assets
- Stablecoins and crypto regulation
- The convergence of blockchain and AI.
Alongside the mainstage talks, the event hosts a large developer hackathon, startup PitchFest, and specialized summits on capital markets, Bitcoin, and regulation.
Consensus 2026 creates a rare environment where builders, policymakers, and institutional capital all interact in the same place.
Get your pass to attend Consensus and connect with the global community.
7. Seamless Fintech Middle East
Best for showcasing payments innovation and fintech growth across the Middle East.
- Date: 12–14 May 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
- Key Speakers:
- Mark Willis – Managing Director, Standard Chartered
- Ville Sointu – Chief Strategist, Nordea
- Paul Kayrouz – Chief Fintech Officer, UAE Central Bank
- Price:
- Premium Networking Pass: $3,000 (limited-time offer $1,800)
- Free Visitor Pass available
Seamless Fintech ME is the Middle East’s premier fintech and payments conference, celebrating over 25 years of industry leadership.
Bringing together banks, government bodies, fintech startups, investors, and media, the event focuses on the region’s fast-evolving financial ecosystem.
Attendees can explore innovative payment solutions, emerging technologies like AI and embedded finance, and the Identity Showcase featuring cutting-edge fintech products.
Register for free to attend Seamless Fintech Middle East in Dubai.
8. Fintech Generations Insurtech
Best for hands-on insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and fintech founders in real-world applications.
- Date: 10 June 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: Dubois Center, UNC Charlotte Center City, Charlotte, NC, USA
- Key Speakers:
- Babette Reynolds – Managing Director, Global Financial Crimes Program, Bank of America
- Candace Sjogren – SVP of Embedded Payments, FIS Global
- Ganesh Harke – Vice President of Technology, Citibank
- Price:
- Startup founders: From $249.99
- Investors & corporate innovation: $399.99
- General attendees & service providers: From $349.99
Fintech & Insurtech Generations is the Southeast’s leading conference for entrepreneurs, investors, and financial services leaders focused on innovation in fintech and insurtech.
As part of Charlotte Fintech Week, the 2026 edition highlights “From Hype to Reality” to focus on how technologies like AI, blockchain, embedded finance, and regulatory tech are applied in real-world institutions.
With over 4,500 attendees and more than 500 speakers last year, the event offers hands-on networking through cocktail receptions, VIP dinners, and interactive sessions.
Get your ticket to join fintech and insurtech leaders in Charlotte.
9. Digital Banking by American Banker
Best for driving digital transformation through AI, open finance, and product innovation.
- Date: June 15–17, 2026
- Medium: In‑person
- Location: Hilton Orlando, Orlando, FL, USA
- Key Speakers: TBA
- Price: TBA
The Digital Banking Conference 2026 is a major gathering for executives and innovators driving digital transformation in financial services.
Themes this year include AI and machine learning in banking, open finance and API‑driven ecosystems, decentralized technologies, and customer‑centric digital product design.
A highlight of the event is the Digital Banking Demo Challenge, which bridges banks and fintech with real‑world product show‑and‑tell sessions that accelerate adoption and partnership.
Register to join Digital Banking by American Banker in Florida.
10. SIBOS
Best for global banking, payments, and financial infrastructure leaders.
- Date: September 28 – October 1, 2026
- Medium: In-person (with digital pass options)
- Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami, FL, USA
- Key Speakers: TBA
- Price:
- Week-Long Pass: €3,400
- 2-Day Pass: €2,900
Sibos 2026, hosted by Swift, is the premier global financial services conference, bringing together executives and innovators from banking, payments, securities, trade, and wealth management.
This year’s focus on Digital Finance for AI-Driven Economies highlights how AI is transforming global financial connectivity, operational resilience, and service innovation.
Attendees can also Innotribe, a conference-within-a-conference that explores emerging technologies and societal impact.
Visit the event page to learn more and register for SIBOS.
11. Money 20/20 USA
Best for massive global networking and business opportunities across banking, payments, and fintech.
- Date: October 18–21, 2026
- Medium: In-person (Las Vegas) with digital access for select content
- Location: The Venetian, Las Vegas, NV, USA
- Key Speakers:
- William (Bill) Demchak – Chairman & CEO, PNC
- Jennifer Bailey – VP, Apple Pay & Apple Wallet
- Guillaume Pousaz – Founder & CEO, Checkout.com
- Price:
- Standard Pass: $3,099 (Super Early Bird)
- VIP/Platinum Pass: $5,995
Money20/20 USA is the flagship event for the global fintech ecosystem, bringing together over 11,000 participants from banking, payments, tech, retail, and startups.
Attendees gain unparalleled networking opportunities, connecting with more than 3,400 companies, while 630+ speakers share actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and thought leadership.
Beyond the conference floor, Money20/20 offers curated networking events, investor-focused sessions, and exposure to 380+ exhibitors showcasing the latest solutions and technologies.
Get your pass now to attend Money 20/20 in Las Vegas.
2026 tour dates and cities
Money 20/20 hosts several other events throughout the year. In 2026, the series continues:
- Money 20/20 Asia (April 21-23, 2026 – Bangkok)
- Money 20/20 Europe (June 2-4, 2026 – Amsterdam)
- Money 20/20 Middle East (September 14-16, 2026 – Saudi Arabia)
12. Hong Kong Fintech Week
Best for Asia-focused fintech expansion, startups, and international collaboration.
- Date: November 2–6, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong, China
- Key Speakers: TBA
- Price: TBA
Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK is Asia’s premier fintech and startup gathering, uniting 45,000+ participants, 1,000+ global speakers, 800+ exhibitors, and delegations from over 120 economies.
Beyond keynote presentations, participants benefit from the Global Fast Track program for startups, curated networking with investors and corporates, and opportunities facilitated by AI-powered matchmaking.
As a global financial hub, Hong Kong allows the event to offer opportunities for international collaboration, market expansion, and insight into Asia’s fast-changing fintech landscape.
Pre-register to get updates on Hong Kong FinTech Week 2026.
13. Fintech Talents Festival
Best for in-depth exploration of fintech topics across multiple domains with expert-led sessions.
- Date: November 9–10, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: The Brewery, London, United Kingdom
- Key Speakers: TBA
- Price: TBA
The FTT Fintech Festival brings together over 2,000 attendees, 400+ expert speakers, and 1,000+ representatives from financial institutions.
The event spans nine stages covering open finance, embedded finance, payments, AI, digital identity, fraud and financial crime, and mutuals, offering a uniquely comprehensive view of the fintech ecosystem.
Attendees benefit from deep-dive discussions, co-located events on AI transformation and identity, and curated networking opportunities, including VIP hosted meetings, craft beer receptions, and exclusive partner sessions.
Register your interest to attend Fintech Talents Festival.
14. Singapore Fintech Festival
Best for connecting global decision-makers on fintech innovation, policy, and investment.
- Date: November 18–20, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: Singapore
- Key Speakers: TBA
- Price:
- Early Bird: SGD 750
- Delegate Pass: SGD 1,500 (Early Bird SGD 750)
- Startup Pass: SGD 650 (Early Bird SGD 550)
- Executive Pass: SGD 5,000
SFF 2026 is Asia’s premier fintech festival, uniting over 70,000 decision-makers, innovators, and investors from 140+ countries.
The event spans six stages covering emerging topics like blockchain, AI, embedded finance, and digital identity, along with curated forums for policy, market entry, and investment opportunities.
Beyond the main sessions, participants can engage in a week-long series of side events, workshops, networking receptions, and partner sessions.
SFF is a must-attend for anyone aiming to stay at the forefront of global financial technology trends.
Register to attend the Singapore Fintech Festival.
15. Fintech NerdCon 2026
Best for a small, operator-focused event offering practical, peer-led fintech learning.
- Date: November 19–20, 2026
- Medium: In-person
- Location: San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA, USA
- Key Speakers: TBA
- Price:
- Special Launch Rate: $1,549
- Early Stage Pass: $999
- VIP Add-On: $5,000
Fintech NerdCon 2026 is a small, operator-focused event for fintech practitioners who want practical, hands-on insight rather than trade show-style presentations.
The conference features no sales booths. Instead, attendees participate in interactive panels, live demos, roundtables, immersive sessions, and podcasts, giving experts a chance to share their real-world experiences.
Returning for its second year after a successful 2025 launch, its content is curated by a council of industry veterans who have built, scaled, and learned from challenges in fintech.
Secure your ticket to attend Fintech NerdCon in San Diego.
Top Fintech Conferences at a Glance
Compare leading fintech conferences to see which best fits your goals, focus area, and networking priorities in 2026.
Conference | Date | Location | Best For | Price Range |
Fintech Americas | Mar 24–26 | Miami, USA | Banking leaders and the Latin American fintech ecosystem | $1,295–$2,195 |
Fintech Meetup | Mar 29–Apr 1 | Las Vegas, USA | Partnership-building and structured networking | Free–$3,500 |
UK Fintech Week | Apr 20–24 | London, UK | Fintech policy, regulation, and the European ecosystem | £475–£1,700 |
New York Fintech Week | Apr 27–May 1 | New York City, USA | Community-driven fintech meetups and summits | Free–$1,295 |
FinovateSpring | May 5–7 | San Diego, USA | Live fintech product demos and technology discovery | $1,399–$3,198 |
Consensus | May 5–7 | Miami Beach, USA | Crypto, blockchain, and digital assets ecosystem | $899–$4,999 |
Seamless Fintech Middle East | May 12–14 | Dubai, UAE | Payment innovations and the Middle East fintech market | Free–$3,000 |
Fintech Generations | Jun 10 | Charlotte, USA | Entrepreneurs, investors, and fintech founders | $249–$399 |
Digital Banking (American Banker) | Jun 15–17 | Orlando, USA | Digital transformation in banking | TBA |
SIBOS | Sep 28–Oct 1 | Miami, USA | International banking, payments, and financial infrastructure | €2,900–€3,400 |
Money20/20 USA | Oct 18–21 | Las Vegas, USA | Global fintech ecosystem and large-scale networking | $3,099–$5,995 |
Hong Kong Fintech Week | Nov 2–6 | Hong Kong | Asian fintech expansion and startup ecosystem | TBA |
Fintech Talents Festival | Nov 9–10 | London, UK | Deep-dive fintech discussions across multiple domains | TBA |
Singapore Fintech Festival | Nov 2026 | Singapore | Global fintech policy, investment, and innovation | SGD 650–SGD 5,000 |
Fintech NerdCon | Nov 19–20 | San Diego, USA | Operator-focused fintech learning and peer discussions | $999–$1,549 |
2026’s lineup demonstrates that fintech is no longer a sector confined to startups or banks. It’s a global movement where collaboration, learning, and technology converge.
Mark your calendar, plan strategically, and attend these gatherings to stay ahead in an industry that’s moving faster than ever.
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Fintech Conferences FAQs
1. Which fintech conferences in 2026 are best for networking and partnerships?
Events like Fintech Meetup, Money 20/20 USA, and Fintech Americas focus on helping attendees connect.
They offer tools for scheduling meetings, one-on-one sessions, and curated networking opportunities with executives, startups, and investors.
2. Where can I see the latest fintech products and live demos?
FinovateSpring and FinovateFall are great for hands-on demos of working fintech products.
Attendees can see technologies in action, talk to the teams behind them, and get an early look at innovations before they reach the wider market.
3. Which conferences provide insights into fintech regulation and policy?
UK Fintech Week, Singapore FinTech Festival, and SIBOS are good options for regulatory and policy updates.
They feature talks with regulators and panels on topics like open banking, stablecoins, fraud prevention, and regional rules.
4. Are there fintech conferences focused on crypto, blockchain, and digital assets?
Yes, Consensus by CoinDesk is the main event for crypto and blockchain professionals.
It covers DeFi, tokenization, stablecoins, and blockchain’s overlap with AI, attracting both startups and institutional investors.
5. Which conferences are best for startups or operators?
Startups and fintech practitioners may prefer Fintech NerdCon, Fintech Generations, and Fintech Talents Festival.
These events offer peer-led sessions, workshops, and discussions focused on practical skills and real-world applications.
