Top 10 Global Fintech Events and Conferences in 2023
Currently valued at USD 179 billion, fintech is a rapidly growing industry with approximately 30,000 startups under its belt. Over the past eight years, investment in the industry has increased 3.5 times, and by the end of 2021, investment will reach $210 billion.
Globally, the introduction of fintech has been well received with China leading the way; over 90% of citizens use fintech banking, payment and financial management solutions.
Being such a fast-paced industry is key to keeping up with today’s trends, insights and innovations. As such, FinTech Magazine has ranked its top 10 events and conferences to attend in 2023.
Since its inception, the Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) has has carefully selected its topics to reflect the opportunities and challenges in the financial sector. With those in fintech striving to remain robust and viable, SFF brings together thousands of people from around the world to shape the economy and create impactful connections between the public and private sectors.
Where: Singapore
When: 15-17 November
Website: Singapore Fintech Festival
Agenda: TB
Driven to set the global standard for the way businesses and governments approach financial innovation, the Dubai Fintech Summit brings together world-renowned thinkers, decision-makers and decision-makers to shape the future of fintech and finance.
“The summit consolidates Dubai as a growing fintech hub, encouraging innovation and investment in start-ups under its visionary leadership.”
Where: Dubai
When: 8-9 May
Website: Dubai Fintech Summit
Agenda: Agenda 2023
Returning for its ninth year, the IFGS will debate and discuss the crucial issues facing the sector not only now, but for years to come. From innovators and institutions to regulators and decision-makers, startups and investors, IFGS’s agenda will shine a spotlight on the global fintech ecosystem with an increased focus on the key areas of “strengthening, empowering and ensuring that fintech and financial services pave the way for economic growth, sustainability and a financial system that covers everyone’.
Where: London, United Kingdom
When: 17-18 April
Website: IFGS
Agenda: Agenda 2023
As the payments industry continues to expand, Pay360 aims to provide a platform for those in fintech to understand how such changes impact your business.
This year, Pay360 will cover the future of payments and a response to the cost of living crisis, building environmental sustainability into the payments ecosystem, the regulatory rabbit hole, what to expect in 2024 and beyond, and so much more!
Where: London
When: 19.–20. May 2024
Website: Pay 360
Agenda: Agenda 2023
Fintech Week London brings together the brightest minds and industry leaders to address the challenges of the fintech world, and aims to offer practical solutions to move the industry forward.
With more than 1,000 finance and fintech leaders attending the five-day event, Fintech Week London will cover embedded finance, ESG, crypto, metaverse, data, risk and fraud, wealthtech, regtech, insurtech, payments, finance and capital , and fintech too clever.
Where: London, United Kingdom
When: 19-23 June
Website: Fintech Week London
Agenda: Program for 2023
“Turn tomorrow’s strategic insight into an action plan today.”
MoneyLive offers the most relevant and forward-looking information from leading organisations, C-suite executives and thought leaders from the banking and payments industry.
By putting bank-led conversations at the center, MoneyLive provides opportunities to meet a senior audience, network and connect, and discover thought-provoking insights.
Where: North America, Asia, Europe
When: June – September 2023 and March 2024
Website: MoneyLive
Agenda: North America, Asia, Europe (TBC)
FIMA Live Europe has been helping data controllers solve their biggest challenges for more than 15 years, offering interactive discussion and solution sharing to attendees via roundtable discussions, workshops, live debates and networking.
In 2022, FIMA Live Europe looked at the ways investment banks and asset managers can leverage innovations in data analytics and science, AI, machine learning and the cloud to find solutions to some of the biggest challenges and opportunities in the industry.
Where: London, United Kingdom
When: 28-29 November
Website: FIMA Live Europe
Agenda: TB
Do you want to be part of the revolution? This spring, FinTech Magazine is launching FinTech LIVE Virtual New York. Streamed to a virtual audience around the world, this exclusive one-day virtual conference will feature keynote speakers, interactive fireside and panel discussions that delve deep into issues affecting the future of fintech, insurtech and crypto.
Where: Virtual
When: 3 May
Website: FinTech LIVE Virtual New York
Agenda: Virtual agenda
FinTech LIVE London returns in November, bringing together leading organisations, C-suite executives and thought leaders from the world of fintech for a third year, this time at the QEII Centre.
FinTech LIVE London discusses the biggest and most innovative ideas to drive the conversation around the world of fintech, insurtech and crypto, offering two days of unmissable content.
“FinTech Live 2022 completely exceeded our expectations. We really got so much mileage out of our experience and made some great connections. Thank you all so much and we look forward to seeing you next time!” – Saphyre (headline sponsor).
Where: London, United Kingdom
When: 8-9 November
Website: FinTech LIVE
Agenda: TB
From in-depth analysis to inspirational speakers, Money20/20 is a global event that promises to offer world-class insights and networking opportunities to help those in the industry stay ahead, strengthen strategies and relationships, and shift mindsets.
Where: São Paulo, Mexico City, San Francisco, Amsterdam, New York City, Singapore, Sydney and Hong Kong
When: May – November
Website: Money 20/20
Agenda: World tour
