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Dubai, UAE/Amsterdam, Netherlands
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About Fintech Week & Expo Amsterdam 2026
About 3rd Fintech Week & Expo – Amsterdam 2026
Welcome to the 3rd Fintech Week & Expo 2026, taking place from March 11–12, 2026, in Amsterdam, The Netherlands — one of Europe’s leading hubs for financial innovation, regulatory foresight, and digital transformation. This influential global gathering returns with a powerful new theme: "Trust, Transformation & Tech: The Future of Financial Innovation."
Fintech Week & Expo Amsterdam 2026 unites a vibrant international community of fintech innovators, banking leaders, venture capitalists, regulators, policymakers, technologists, academics, and global media. More than just an event, it's a mission-driven platform to accelerate innovation, foster strategic partnerships, and reimagine the financial system for the digital age.
In an era where finance is being reshaped by technology, trust, and transparency, this event will spotlight next-gen innovations and critical trends across the fintech landscape — from decentralized finance (DeFi) and green fintech, to regtech, digital assets, AI in finance, financial inclusion, and the intersection of privacy, ethics, and compliance.
What to Expect Over Two Transformative Days?
- Immersive Keynotes by global fintech pioneers and visionary leaders
- Thought-Provoking Panels on finance, tech, and regulation
- Live Demos & Innovation Showcases from top fintech startups and scale-ups
- Exhibition Zone featuring breakthrough technologies and disruptive solutions
- High-Impact Networking with C-suite executives, investors, and policy influencers
- Roundtables designed for real-world collaboration and impact
What Sets This Event Apart?
3rd FinTech Week & Expo – Amsterdam 2026 is built to deliver value, insight, and opportunity at every level. Over two action-packed days, you’ll experience a future-focused program designed to fuel innovation, forge partnerships, and unlock growth across the fintech landscape.
- Future-Ready Content Sessions: Get ready for powerful insights from 60+ global experts, including top fintech founders, banking innovators, regulators, and deep-tech leaders. Our content is delivered in an engaging mix of keynotes, fireside chats, panels, workshops, and invite-only roundtables, all designed to explore the cutting edge of finance. This year’s theme—“Trust, Transformation & Tech”—takes a deep dive into Europe’s evolving financial services ecosystem. From AI in fraud prevention, embedded finance, and digital identity, to green fintech, real-time cross-border payments, and regulatory tech, we’ll unpack the big shifts defining the next chapter of fintech.
- Focus Areas: The 3rd FinTech Week & Expo 2026 in Amsterdam focuses on the most critical drivers of financial innovation. Key tracks include Trust & Security with AI-driven cybersecurity, KYC/AML upgrades, and digital identity; Payments & Infrastructure covering real-time payments, CBDCs, open banking, and cross-border systems; and Emerging Tech such as blockchain, DeFi, quantum security, and ethical AI. The Regulation & Risk track highlights EU policies, sustainable finance, and compliance automation. Designed for global institutions and fast-scaling fintechs, the agenda delivers actionable strategies to innovate, mitigate risk, and remain future-ready in a rapidly transforming financial ecosystem.
- Elite Networking Opportunities:Networking isn’t a side feature—it’s a core value. Amsterdam 2026 offers tailored networking experiences that connect you with the people who matter most. From curated meeting lounges and industry-specific breakout zones to private networking receptions, we make sure you meet the right contacts—whether they’re investors, partners, regulators, or enterprise clients. Plus, our intelligent event app uses AI-powered matchmaking to help you build your schedule, request meetings, and track high-value interactions.
- Beyond Business: At FinTech Week & Expo, we go beyond transactional networking. Expect exclusive side events like the VIP welcome night on Amsterdam’s canals, CEO roundtable dinners, and creative networking experiences inspired by the city's unique cultural and tech scenes. It’s the perfect blend of business, innovation, and memorable moments.
Key Themes & Topics
At the 3rd Fintech Week, we explore the rapid evolution of global finance — from Payments 4.0 and Open Finance to the growing impact of AI, data, and intelligent automation. With real-time transactions, digital wallets, and embedded finance redefining customer journeys, the payments landscape continues to push boundaries.
The rise of AI-driven finance is transforming everything from risk management and personalization to compliance and fraud detection, while digital assets, tokenization, and Web3 are creating new liquidity channels and programmable money systems that will power the next era of financial services.
As digital ecosystems expand, cybersecurity, digital identity, and trust remain at the center of innovation, ensuring that financial infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and secure. Alongside this, the drive for sustainable and inclusive finance is empowering fintechs to align growth with ESG goals and expand access for underserved communities.
Finally, the intersection of policy, regulation, and collaboration will shape the path forward, as banks, fintechs, and big techs redefine partnerships under evolving European and global frameworks.
Target Participants
The 3rd Fintech Week & Expo – Amsterdam 2026 brings together a diverse and high-impact mix of decision-makers, innovators, regulators, and investors from across the global fintech spectrum. This event is designed to catalyze conversations and connections between the key stakeholders shaping the future of digital finance, payments, and security.
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Payments & Digital Finance Leaders – Heads of Payments, Chief Digital Officers, Transaction Banking Executives, and Product Managers from banks, fintechs, PSPs, mobile wallets, and neobanks exploring the evolution of payments, digital rails, and financial infrastructure.
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Cybersecurity, Fraud & Risk Experts – CISOs, Heads of Risk & Compliance, Security Architects, Anti-Fraud Analysts, and Threat Intelligence Leads focused on securing digital payments, data, and infrastructure in a rapidly evolving risk environment.
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Technology & Innovation Professionals –CTOs, Engineers, Product Leads, Solution Architects, Blockchain Developers, AI/ML Specialists, and Cloud Infrastructure Teams building the next generation of fintech platforms and services.
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Regulators & Legal Advisors – Central Banks, Financial Regulatory Authorities, Policy Analysts, Legal Counsels, AML/KYC Experts, and Compliance Officers defining standards, frameworks, and innovation-friendly regulation in finance.
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Embedded Finance & API Ecosystem Stakeholders – Open Banking Providers, API Developers, BaaS (Banking-as-a-Service) Platforms, Embedded Finance Strategists, and Fintech Enablers enabling seamless financial experiences within non-financial platforms.
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E-commerce & B2B Commerce Professionals – Marketplace Operators, Retailers, CFOs, B2B Payment Managers, and Checkout Solution Providers seeking frictionless, scalable, and secure commerce-enabling financial tools.
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Fintech & BigTech Collaboration Leaders – Strategic Partnership Managers, Platform Ecosystem Leaders, Innovation Officers, and Digital Strategy Heads exploring synergies and integrations between fintech disruptors and global tech giants.
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Digital Identity & Authentication Experts – Identity Verification Providers, Biometric Tech Innovators, Digital Identity Platform Leaders, and Trust Framework Specialists advancing secure user onboarding and authentication.
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VCs & Institutional Investors –Venture Capitalists, Fintech-Focused Funds, Institutional Investors, Family Offices, and Angels seeking the next wave of fintech innovation across payments, infrastructure, and security.
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Risk, Compliance & AML Professionals –Risk Managers, AML Officers, Regulatory Technology Specialists, and Global Compliance Leaders navigating complex payment regulations, fraud risks, and transaction monitoring challenges.
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Academia & Research Institutions – Fintech Professors, Cybersecurity Researchers, Data Scientists, and Academic Institutions contributing deep research, emerging talent, and independent thought leadership to the fintech dialogue.
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Media, Analysts & Industry Influencers – Fintech Journalists, Sector Analysts, Advisory Firms, and Content Creators covering fintech trends, innovation spotlights, market insights, and ecosystem developments.
Key Importance
As we prepare for the 3rd edition of Fintech Week & Expo in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the spotlight is on "Trust, Transformation & Tech" — capturing the rapidly evolving role of payments, security, and digital innovation in shaping the next frontier of financial services. This global platform brings together the full spectrum of fintech leaders, disruptors, and enablers to explore how trust and technology can co-exist and drive scalable, inclusive, and secure financial ecosystems. From real-time payments to decentralized finance (DeFi), from AI-driven compliance to identity-first security, Amsterdam 2026 will showcase the strategic forces reshaping finance across Europe and the world.
Why It Matters
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Merchants & Retail Innovators: Attend to explore frictionless payment tech, improve checkout experiences, and gain insights into tokenization, digital wallets, and fraud-proof customer journeys. Learn how to balance growth with trust in the age of digital-first commerce.
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Banks, Neobanks & Financial Institutions: Engage with the latest in real-time cross-border payments, open finance, and AI-enhanced fraud prevention. Discover how legacy systems can evolve into agile, compliant, and customer-centric platforms through partnerships and embedded finance.
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FinTechs & Disruptors: Showcase innovations in payments infrastructure, cybersecurity, regtech, and identity verification. Connect with decision-makers, co-create with partners, and gain visibility among VCs and enterprise buyers.
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Technology Providers & Enablers: Highlight APIs, cloud-native platforms, blockchain frameworks, and security solutions that empower institutions to scale fast, stay compliant, and build resilient payment systems. Drive the conversation on infrastructure modernization and platform interoperability.
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Startups & Scale-ups: Unveil pioneering tech in digital identity, cyber-resilience, programmable money, and data-sharing frameworks. Connect with early adopters, corporate partners, accelerators, and global investors hungry for the next unicorn.
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Investors, VCs & Private Equity: Identify high-potential opportunities in payments modernization, ESG-aligned fintech, regulatory tech, CBDC-enabling solutions, and next-gen security layers. Meet founders, explore pitch sessions, and stay ahead of fintech investment trends.
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Regulators, Central Banks & Legal Experts: Stay informed on new standards and frameworks such as PSD3, AML 2.0, open finance directives, and digital euro discussions. Collaborate with fintech innovators to shape policies that promote innovation while protecting users and systems.
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Cybersecurity, Identity & Compliance Leaders: Join critical discussions on digital identity theft, fraud detection powered by behavioral analytics, biometric authentication, and quantum-safe security. Share and learn best practices for securing financial infrastructure at scale.
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C-level Executives & Strategic Decision-Makers: Over 200+ CXOs, Founders, and Policy Influencers will engage in high-level dialogues across closed-door roundtables, curated networking events, and strategic panels—designed to forge alliances, shape regulation, and accelerate transformation.
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Demo Zone: Real-World Fintech in Action: 35+ leading fintechs, banks, and tech players will showcase real-world solutions—from AI-powered biometrics and tokenized payments to decentralized KYC, smart contracts, and privacy-first data architectures.
Why Attend 3rd FinTech Week 2026
Whether you're a fintech trailblazer, banking institution, regulatory body, BigTech player, venture capitalist, startup founder, policymaker, or industry analyst, the 3rd Fintech Week & Expo – Amsterdam is your essential gateway to the people, partnerships, and perspectives shaping the future of finance in Europe and beyond. Join us and be part of the next global fintech leap.
Why You Should Be There:
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Explore payments, AI, DeFi, digital identity, compliance, and innovations shaping the future of finance.
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Learn from global pioneers, regulators, and leaders driving transformative change in the fintech ecosystem.
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Gain practical insights through keynotes, panels, and interactive workshops delivering actionable strategies.
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Network with 300+ senior-level executives, founders, investors, and technologists across the global fintech landscape.
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Discover real-world fintech solutions including AI fraud detection, tokenized payments, DeFi, and regtech applications.
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Understand evolving regulations like PSD3, AML 2.0, MiCA, and Open Finance while staying future-ready.
Fintech Week & Expo – Amsterdam 2026 isn’t just another conference—it’s the beating heart of Europe’s financial innovation scene. Over two transformative days, you’ll gain unparalleled access to the people, platforms, and insights that are redefining the future of finance.
