With more than 1,600 fintech companies, among which some of the sector’s most successful and valuable ventures, London is one of the largest and most prominent fintech hubs globally.

This burgeoning fintech ecosystem has made the city a premier destination for fintech events, attracting industry leaders from around the world to explore opportunities and address emerging challenges.

Among the many conferences scheduled in the coming months, the following 14 stand out as the most significant gatherings in the first half of 2026. These events are expected to bring together top decision-makers, regulators, and innovators to shape the future of the sector and foster collaboration.

 

Top Fintech Events to Attend in London in H1 2026

TechEx Global

February 04-05, 2026

Olympia, London, United Kingdom

TechEx Global will take place on February 04 and 05, 2026, at Olympia in London. It is an international technology conference designed for senior technology leaders, including CIOs, CTOs, IT directors, enterprise architects, and other decision-makers from large enterprises and the public sector.

The event will provide a strategic overview of key technology areas such as AI, cyber security, the Internet of Things (IoT), data infrastructure, and digital transformation. Participants will get to understand current and emerging trends, identify priorities, reduce risk in transformation initiatives, and make informed decisions about their technology roadmaps.

TechEx Global will bring together multiple technology-focused conferences under one umbrella. With a single ticket, attendees can access seven co-located events covering AI and big data, digital transformation, data centers, and intelligent automation. The event is expected to welcome around 8,000 attendees, feature more than 200 speakers, and host over 150 exhibitors.

Confirmed speakers in 2026 include:

• Daria Catalui, CISO, Allianz
• Rod Evans, EMEA VP, Supercomputing & AI, NVIDIA
• Paul Watts, CISO, Keyword Studios
• Dr Anne Meckbach, Chief Compliance Officer, BestSecret Group
• Paul Yates, CIO, ING
• Andrea Willem, Chief Global Data Protection Officer, Portobello Group
• Patty O’Callaghan, Technical Director, Head of AI (Architecture and Engineering Group), Charles River Laboratories
• Eric Bobek, Global Director Analytics, Just Eat Takeaway.com
• Fabrizio Degni, Chief of AI, Webuild
• Anca Lordanescu, VP Engineering, Store of the Future, IKEA
• Sebastian Raaff, AI and Innovation Change Director, Novartis
• Konstantina Kapetanidi, VP, Global Data Solutions & Head of Data Science, Europe, Visa
• Monika Kashyap, Head of Decisioning, Customer Lifecycle, CMB, HSBC
• Daniel Cuthbert, Global Head of Research, Santander
• Andrei Muraru, Head of Automation, Superbet
• Alex Gomez, VP, Global Head of IT Security, Risk and Compliance, Adecco Group
• Amrutha Saseendran, GenAI Tech Lead, AstraZeneca
• Dr Nikos Papapesios, Associate, Head of Innovation Analytics, Knight Frank
• Rogin Robert, Senior Solutions Engineering Manager, Forvis Mazars Group
• Ahmed Elahi, Senior Director of AI & Technology Transformation, SkyShowtime
• Divyansh Saxena, VP of AI & Data, HomeServe EMEA
• Pedro Fonseca, Head of Cloud Center of Excellence, Saint-Gobain

Finovate Europe 2026

February 10-11, 2026

InterContinental O2, London, United Kingdom

Finovate Europe 2026 will take place on February 10 and 11, 2026, at the InterContinental O2 in London. It is a leading European fintech conference focused on showcasing market-ready innovations, facilitating executive-level networking, and providing practical insights into the future of financial services.

The event brings together senior banking leaders, investors, fintech innovators, and technology providers to explore how financial services are evolving. Finovate Europe is designed for decision-makers who are directly involved in transformation, partnerships, and technology adoption within banks and financial institutions.

The 2026 edition is expected to welcome more than 1,000 senior-level attendees, including over 500 participants from banks, investors, and financial institutions. The program will feature more than 100 speakers, over 30 live product demonstrations, and thousands of one-to-one and small-group meetings across the two days.

The conference program will span eight stages over two days, delivering insights into digital transformation, technology adoption, customer experience, and revenue growth. It will cover a broad range of fintech themes through keynote presentations, expert panels, and interactive demos.

Key topics will include customer experience and personalization, embedded finance, AI, payments, open banking, fraud prevention and security, lending, digital banking, wealth management and investing, cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) and small business banking, and financial inclusion.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Ishtiaq M Ahmed, Senior Product Manager, Emerging Tech, Innovation & Ventures, HSBC;
• Michelle Rockson, Senior People Partner, Starling Bank;
• Victor Alexiev, Global Head Venture Investments and Partnerships, Citi;
• Suraya Randawa, Head of Omnichannel Experience, Curinos;
• Thea Loch, Head of Strategic Planning, Lloyds Banking Group; and
• Matthijs van Voorst, Director Strategic Partnerships, ABN AMRO.

New for 2026, Finovate Europe will introduce Impact+: the Funders and Founders Spotlight. This dedicated session will connect early-stage fintech founders with leading investors through startup pitches and investor-led discussions to support innovation and foster direct engagement.

MoneyLIVE Summit 2026

March 09-10, 2026

Business Design Centre, London, United Kingdom

MoneyLIVE Summit 2026 will take place on March 09 and 10, 2026 at the Business Design Centre in London. It is a leading international conference focused on the future of banking and payments, bringing together senior executives and decision-makers from across the financial services ecosystem.

Hosted in London, MoneyLIVE Summit positions itself as a key forum for setting strategic direction in banking, payments, and financial innovation. The event is designed to unite established financial institutions, technology providers, regulators, investors, and fintech startups to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry.

The 2026 edition will cover a wide range of strategic and operational topics relevant to banking and payments leaders. Day one will focus on long-term strategy, innovation, and transformation, which key themes including future banking strategies, intelligent customer experience, next-generation payments, digital identity and authentication, core banking and data transformation, climate and sustainability challenges, and the evolution of customer journeys and propositions.

Day two will examine competitive pressures and regulatory and structural change in the sector, addressing topics including responding to digital challengers, FIDA and open finance, commercial payments, regulatory simplification, central bank digital currencies and digital assets, and the future of building societies.

MoneyLIVE Summit 2026 is expected to attract more than 2,000 attendees, with approximately 75% holding C-level, director, vice president, or head-of-function roles, and around 60% being from financial institutions.

The program will feature more than 200 speakers across two days, including:

• Vim Maru, Chief Executive Officer, Barclays;
• Dr Francesca Carlesi, Chief Executive Officer, Revolut;
• Marnix van Stiphout, Chief Operating Officer, ING;
• Amit Thawani, Chief Information Officer, Lloyds Banking Group;
• James Reid, Central Communities, Chief Information Officer, Nationwide Building Society;
• William O’ Carroll, Chief Risk Officer, Handelsbanken;
• Bianca Zwart, Chief Strategy Officer, bunq; and
• Divya Bhardwaj, Chief Operating Officer, Uber Payments.

CX BFSI Exchange 2026

March 16-17, 2026

Hilton Syon Park, London, United Kingdom

The CX BFSI Exchange 2026 will take place on March 16 and 17, 2026, at the Hilton Syon Park in London. Now in its 15th edition, it is a premier invitation-only forum for C-level executives in customer experience (CX), operations, digital, and transformation within the financial services sector.

The 2026 edition will focus on helping financial institutions leverage data, empathy, and AI to create differentiated, end-to-end customer experiences that drive loyalty and commercial outcomes. Attendees will gain access to case studies, collaborative think tanks, and personalized agendas, allowing them to benchmark strategies against the UK’s most forward-thinking institutions.

Key themes and discussions at the exchange will include:

• Make Smarter CX ROI;
• Capitalizing on AI for operational and CX gains;
• Fraud prevention and customer trust; and
• Accessible finance and consumer duty.

The CX BFSI Exchange 2026 is expected to host over 80 attendees, more than 25 speakers, 15 sponsors, and 150 pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings. The forum also offers sponsorship and exhibition opportunities for companies seeking to engage senior BFSI decision-makers with actionable CX solutions.

FTT Lending 2026

March 18, 2026

etc.venues by Convene, County Hall, London, United Kingdom

FTT Lending 2026 will take place on March 18, 2026 at etc.venues by Convene, County Hall, London. The event is designed for the next generation of lenders, fintech companies, technology innovators, and non-financial brands shaping the future of lending.

FTT Lending 2026 will bring together senior executives to explore key trends, challenges, and opportunities across consumer and business lending, alternative finance, embedded lending, and the transformative impact of emerging technologies such as AI.

It will examine how lenders can address the financing gap for SMEs, and ways lenders can create tailored financing solutions. Consumer-driven lending will also be a key theme, highlighting strategies to design products and experiences that respond to real customer needs, fostering trust and engagement.

The forum will address green and sustainable finance, exploring how lenders can increase access to sustainable funding while managing associated risks. In addition, the conference will cover emerging ending models and technologies, including digital mortgages, buy now, pay later (BNPL) solutions, AI-driven credit scoring, and ethical collections to highlight innovation within the sector.

FTT Lending 2026 will feature multiple stages designed to deliver practical insights:

• The FTT Lending Plenary Stage will include keynote presentations and discussions on the next frontier in lending, the explainability of AI in lending decisions, and balancing risk, regulation, and resilience;
• The Lending Lab Stage will cover strategies for engaging modern borrowers, the future of BNPL following regulatory changes, the digital mortgage revolution, advanced credit scoring, ethical collections, regulatory compliance, and initiatives to improve financial literacy; and
• The Funding Lab Stage will focus on leveraging data and AI for small business lending, exploring crypto and stablecoin applications in SME finance, supporting underrepresented founders, navigating trade finance in complex markets, and implementing sustainable lending practices.

FTT Lending 2026 is expected to attract over 600 attendees, including 300 lenders and more than 120 speakers, with approximately 60% of participants identified as technology buyers.

Insurtech Insights Europe 2026

March 18-19, 2026

InterContinental London, The O2, London, United Kingdom

Insurtech Insights Europe 2026 will take place on March 18 and 19 2026, at the InterContinental London, The O2, in London, bringing together over 6,000 executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry professionals from across the insurance and technology sectors. The event aims to offer a platform for learning, networking, and discovering emerging technologies that are shaping the future of insurance.

Insurtech Insights Europe 2026 will provide attendees with insights into strategic and operational challenges facing the industry, helping them stay ahead of emerging trends and seize new opportunities. With six dedicated stages, sessions will address topics including regulatory compliance, technology implementation, operational efficiency, customer experience, and real-world applications of insurtech solutions.

Networking will also be a central feature of the event. Attendees will get to connect with over 6,000 insurance and insurtech professionals from around the world using the conference’s networking app, which enables the pre-booking of one-to-one meetings to maximize engagement and ensure a personalized experience. They will get to meet solution providers and insurance companies to explore collaborations and commercial deals.

Insurtech Insights Europe 2026 will also provide early exposure to emerging technologies. Startups and technology providers will demonstrate their solutions on stage, offering insurers the opportunity to explore cutting-edge innovations that enhance efficiency, improve operations, and accelerate adoption of new tools.

CX in Financial Services Forum 2026

March 25, 2026

One America Square, 1 America Square, 17 Crosswall, London

The CX in Financial Services Forum 2026, taking place on March 25, 2026, promises a premier gathering of financial services professionals focused on transforming customer experience. This forum will bring together hundreds of CX leaders, innovators, and industry experts for a full day of panel discussions, presentations, product demonstrations, and networking opportunities.

Attendees will explore the latest breakthroughs in customer experience, digital engagement, and AI-powered personalization, meeting the leaders who are redefining how financial services connect with their customers. They will gain insights into the trends and innovations transforming customer experience, engage in high-level discussions, and discover new ways to strengthen customer loyalty and deliver long-term value.

The 2026 agenda will include sessions on the future of CX, strategies for delivering seamless, personalized experiences in a digital-first world, balancing personalization with privacy and compliance, the use of AI and automation to enhance service while maintaining the human touch, and building unified, real-time customer insights to enable smarter decision-making.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Ross Liston, Chief Executive Officer, M&G Wealth;
• Libby Denchfield, Chief Platform & Function Officer, Standard Chartered;
• Lindsay Thompson, Head of EMEA & APAC Client Success, BNY;
• Mary Burnett, Head of Customer and Analytics, Bank of Ireland;
• Adam Tarpey, Head of SME Lending, Starling Bank;
• Elena Konovalova, Head of Data Analytics, Paysend;
• Siddesh Samarth, Head of Data Integration Platforms, Data and Analytics, Nationwide Building Society;
• Ella Hugh, Director of Proposition and SX, Rathbones; and
• Tasneem Bhamji, Digital Engagement Director, Customer Engagement, Lloyds Banking Group.

PAY360 2026

March 25-26, 2026

Hall S6, ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom

PAY360 2026, scheduled on March 25 and 26, 2026, promises one of the largest and most comprehensive payments events in Europe, bringing together the entire payments ecosystem under one roof. Taking place over two days at ExCeL London, the event will welcome more than 6,000 attendees, over 200 global speakers, and 150 exhibitors from across the payments landscape. Participants will include policymakers, regulators, banks, merchants, fintech startups, big technology firms, card networks, acquirers, and processors, creating a truly end-to-end view of the industry.

As an industry association-led event, PAY360 will be designed to inform, connect, and shape the future of payments. The conference will be entirely dedicated to payments, reflecting the sector’s rapid growth and the need for collaboration, innovation, and shared standards.

The 2026 PAY360 conference program will feature speakers from across the global payments ecosystem, all sharing insights on one main stage. Sessions will focus on practical challenges and emerging opportunities, where ideas are translated into real-world action.

Networking will be supported through AI-powered tools that will allow attendees to identify relevant contacts and arrange meetings before the event begins. The program will also include Fintechs’ Pitch Live, where emerging fintech companies will compete on stage to showcase solutions that aim to transform payments.

UK Fintech Week 2026

April 20-24, 2026

United Kingdom

UK Fintech Week 2026 will take place from April 20 to 24, 2026 and will bring together the full breadth of the UK and global fintech ecosystem for a week of discussion, insight, and connection. Throughout the week, fintech founders, entrepreneurs, investors, banking executives, regulators, policymakers, academics, and members of the media from around the world will convene to exchange ideas, debate key issues, and build relationships.

The program will open on April 21, 2026, at the Guildhall in London with the International Fintech Global Summit (IFGS). As the flagship event of UK Fintech Week, IFGS is expected to welcome more than 1,500 attendees from over 70 countries, attracting senior leaders and innovators from across the global fintech community to examine the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the industry. Attendees will gain insight into emerging trends, evolving policies and regulation, and perspectives from fintech unicorns on the future of financial services, alongside extensive opportunities to network.

On April 22, 2026, the flagship pitching competition Pitch360 in London will feature ten fintech companies presenting innovative ideas with the potential to shape the future of finance. Each company will have three minutes to pitch, after which the winner will be selected by a combination of audience participation and an expert judging panel.

On April 23, 2026, the UK Fintech Academic Network Annual Conference will provide a forum for the discussion of leading academic research in fintech, bringing together researchers, finance practitioners, policymakers, and regulators to explore how academic insight can inform real-world practice and policy.

Finally, UK Fintech Week 2026 will conclude on April 23, 2026, with the official closing party in London from 6:00. The event will offer attendees an opportunity to unwind, enjoy refreshments, and continue networking with participants from IFGS and across UK Fintech Week as the program draws to a close.

Tech.eu Summit London 2026

April 21-22, 2026

Queen Elizabeth II Centre, London, United Kingdom

The Tech.eu Summit London 2026 will take place April 21 and 22, 2026, at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre, bringing together leaders from the global startup and investment ecosystem. Over two days, the event will host in-depth discussions, high-level networking opportunities and collaborative sessions, placing London once again at the centre of Europe’s technology landscape.

Founders, investors, senior executives, and policymakers from across Europe and international markets will participate in a program of keynote sessions, panel discussions, and curated networking. Topics will include AI, fintech, software-as-a-service (SaaS), sustainability, and emerging technologies, with an emphasis on practical insight and investment perspectives.

The summit will also provide opportunities for fund managers to connect with potential limited partners, identify co-investment partners, and engage with a curated group of promising startups. A sponsorship program is available for funds and organizations seeking to raise visibility and attract new investment.

Confirmed speakers for 2026 include:

• Agata Nowicka, Managing Partner, AI Visionaries;
• Ali Morrow, Partner, Clay Capital;
• Cecilia Ma, Investment Manager, Norrsken VC;
• Deepka Rana, Principal, Northzone;
• Hussein Kanji, Partner, Hoxton Ventures;
• Iwona Biernat, Policy Advocate & Legal Strategist, EU-Inc Petition;
• Jessica Lennard, Chief Strategy & External Affairs Officer, Competition and Markets Authority;
• Joel Udden, Principal, Ventech;
• Laura Modiano, Head of Startups EMEA, OpenAI;
• Laura Waldenstrom, Principal, Earlybird;
• Malin Posern, Partner, Project A Ventures;
• Maren Bannon, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, January Ventures; and
• Max Ohrstrand, Partner, SoftBank Investment Advisers.

Digital Money Summit 2026

May 19-20, 2026

116 Pall Mall, St James’s, London, United Kingdom

The Digital Money Summit 2026 will take place on May 19 and 20, 2026 at 116 Pall Mall in St James’s, London. This in-person international forum will bring together senior stakeholders from government, central banks, financial institutions and technology firms to address the rapid evolution of digital money.

This summit will focus on translating innovation into practical, secure and well-regulated outcomes for the global financial system. The agenda will examine the rise of new forms of money, including stablecoins and tokenized deposits, and their implications for financial stability, monetary policy and market infrastructure. Discussions will explore how banks and non-banks are issuing tokenized liabilities, whether new infrastructures are required to allow tokenized money to move seamlessly across institutions, and how initiatives such as regulated liability networks may shape future payments ecosystems.

A significant part of the program will be dedicated to Europe’s strategic autonomy in digital finance, with a particular focus on the digital euro. Sessions will analyze whether a digital euro can counterbalance the growing influence of large global technology firms in payments, how interoperable European solutions can be developed with offline functionality to ensure inclusion and resilience, and how governance, legal and technical standards can ensure that central bank money and tokenized deposits coexist while preserving monetary sovereignty.

The summit will also address cross-border payments, reviewing progress against the G20 vision of faster, cheaper and more inclusive international transfers, as well as the development of resilient domestic instant payments systems. Topics will include the use of advanced analytics and AI in fraud prevention, the linking of instant payment systems across borders, the influence of digital assets on payments and foreign exchange, and the changing role of digital wallets in consumer behavior.

The program will conclude with an examination of blockchain’s role in financial services, covering regulatory and operational challenges, responsibilities in decentralized systems, and principles for technology-agnostic regulation.

London Insurance Week 2026

June 01-05, 2026

London, United Kingdom

London Insurance Week 2026 will be held from June 01 to 05, 2026 in London and is expected to attract more than 2,500 attendees and over 100 speakers from across the global insurance ecosystem.

The event will combine a large-scale conference with immersive formats designed to encourage interaction and deal-making. These include dedicated innovation zones showcasing cutting-edge products, high-impact stages led by industry leaders, executive deal rooms for curated discussions, interactive living labs for real-time product demonstrations, and structured dialogues with regulators and standards bodies.

Meanwhile, networking lounges and cross-pollination hubs will foster collaboration between insurers, reinsurers, brokers, technology providers and policymakers.

This year’s conference theme, “Forge the Future: Innovation, Regulation & Beyond,” will put an emphasis on shaping the next phase of insurance through technology, policy and collaboration. The agenda will be structured around several core focus pillars that reflect the most pressing challenges facing the industry.

These include:

• The climate crisis and the need to develop new models for resilient coverage in the face of increasing climate volatility;
• AI and cyber threats, as insurers confront rapidly evolving digital risks;
• Economic volatility, with a focus on protecting policyholders amid inflation and global uncertainty;
• Talent shortages driven by demographic change and shifting workforce expectations; and
• Regulatory complexity arising from fast-changing and multi-jurisdictional compliance requirements.

London Tech Week 2026

June 08-12, 2026

London, United Kingdom

London Tech Week 2026 will take place from June 08 to 12, 2026, across London and will convene the innovators, investors, enterprises, and policymakers shaping the future of technology and business. The event aims to serve as a platform for connecting the entire tech ecosystem, from early-stage startups to global enterprises, and for exploring how technology and AI are transforming industries and society.

This year’s program will be designed to support collaboration between startups, enterprise leaders, and investors. Founders and startup teams will have the opportunity to connect with investors, meet future partners, and learn from peers who are scaling businesses across the UK and Europe.

Enterprise leaders will gain insight into how emerging technologies are being adopted to improve productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness. Meanwhile, investors, including VC firms, corporate venture funds, and angel investors, will be able to identify new opportunities and use enhanced networking tools to connect with relevant stakeholders.

Speakers confirmed for London Tech Week 2026 include:

• Mati Staniszewski, Co-Founder & CEO, ElevenLabs;
• Anton Osika, Co-Founder & CEO, Lovable;
• Alan Chang, Co-Founder & CEO, Fuse Energy;
• Jeannette zu Fürstenberg, Managing Director & Head of Europe, General Catalyst;
• Miki Kuusi, CEO, Deliveroo;
• Alex Kendall, Founder & CEO, Wayve;
• Toyin Ajayi, Co-Founder, Cityblock Health;
• Ling Ge, Chief Investment & Strategy Officer, EMEA, Tencent;
• Max Jaderberg, Co-Founder & President, Isomorphic Labs; and
• Lucy Liu, Co-Founder & President, Airwallex.

PayTech Awards 2026

June 25, 2026

Honourable Artillery Company, London

The PayTech Awards 2026 will take place on June 25, 2026 at the Honourable Artillery Company in London. The awards ceremony will celebrate innovation and excellence across the payments, paytech, and fintech sectors, recognizing outstanding achievements by organizations, teams, and individuals from around the world.

Building on the scale of the previous year, the 2026 awards edition is expected to bring together more than 200 senior leaders from banking and paytech, representing over 50 banks, paytech firms, and technology providers. Winners will be recognized across a wide range of categories, reflecting innovation, impact, and excellence in projects, products, services, and leadership. The evening will combine the awards ceremony with networking, dining, and entertainment in one of London’s most distinctive venues.

The PayTech Awards are open to banks, financial institutions, payment institutions, fintech and paytech companies, technology and service providers, as well as individual professionals and teams.

Nominations are assessed by an independent panel of expert judges with extensive experience in banking and payment technology. Submissions are evaluated on the basis of innovation, impact, effectiveness, and evidence-based results.

 

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