FinTech Connect 2026

FinTech Connect 2026 calls itself "The Home of Financial Innovation": a two-day conference and exhibition at ExCeL London that gives financial institutions direct access to technologies, partners and strategic insight, and gives fintechs a route to growth and partnerships. Organisers expect 6,000+ professionals, 250+ speakers from 59 countries and 150+ exhibitors. Content is split into seven tracks: Digital Assets & Tokenisation, Business Banking Innovation (new in 2026), Payments Innovation, Financial Security & Compliance, Digital Transformation in Finance, Applied AI in Finance, and FinTech Marketing & Growth. The payments track covers payment rails, scheme strategy and acquiring. About 42% of visitors come from banks and financial institutions, with regulators such as the FCA and the Bank of England also attending.

Who should attend

PSPs, acquirers, open banking and compliance vendors looking for UK bank buyers and heads of payments.

Tickets and access

Registration is free for qualifying financial services professionals.