The world’s premier fintech showcase & meetings hotspot
Cutting-edge fintech demos. Expert insights. High-impact networking.
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senior-level decision-makers
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from banks and FIs
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are C-level/heads of/directors/VPs
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from CUs and community banks
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live fintech demos
The ideas, connections and technologies you need to succeed.
We don’t waste your time. Finovate is curated, fast-paced, and gets right to the point. And we’ve been doing it for almost 20 years.
Fintech’s most innovative live demo showcase
- 60+ 7-minute live demos—no slide decks!
- Hand-picked for game-changing potential
- Ready-to-deploy solutions for banks of all sizes, CUs, VCs, and investors
- Cutting-edge innovations to evaluate before they hit the market
2026 technology innovation pillars:
- AI-powered operations
- Payments & cross-border solutions
- Digital experience & security
- Risk & compliance
Real-time market news and trends
Industry practitioners and banking and FI experts will share candid insights, unbiased perspectives, and their extensive experiences on:
- Navigating AI
- The rise of agentic AI
- The impact of stablecoins
- Financial crime
- New regulations
- Shifting macroeconomics
- Future-proofing banks
- and much more
The most senior-level audience in fintech
Unlock a truly executive-level audience with 2 in 3 attendees being executives.
Shape the future of financial services with decision-makers, budget holders, and innovators from:
- All the top 10 US Banks
- National, international, community, & regional banks
- Credit unions
- VCs & investors
- Wealth management & investors
- Fintech innovators
- Solution providers
Dedicated stages:
Same level of deep dive insights, but for a more integrated industry.
AI & Innovation stage
✔ Agentic commerce
✔ Banking operating systems
✔ Copilots
✔ Interactive workshop
✔ Scaling
CX & Trust stage
✔ Compliance
✔ Customer-centric banking
✔ Financial crime
✔ Personalization
Future of Money stage
✔ Lending
✔ Payments
✔ SMBs
✔ Stablecoins
Forge meaningful connections and lasting partnerships
The entire fintech ecosystem gathers under one roof.
Fintech's hottest networking hub
We structure the event so you can make the most of meeting those hard-to-reach companies, new innovators in the space, and other people you wouldn't have the opportunity to connect with otherwise.
Arrive with a diary full of meetings using our ConnectMe networking app that helps you filter through attendees to connect with the people that matter most to you.
Take part in expert-led discussions, interactive workshops, dedicated networking breaks, and drinks receptions to build lasting relationships.
Exclusive opportunities
- Credit Union Spotlight features peer discussions and curated tech solutions specifically for CUs and selected fintechs only.
- Community Bank Spotlight is an exclusive session for community bank executives and selected fintechs only to discuss ideas and share solutions.
- Our Leadership program offers free places for directors/ heads/ SVPs/ C-levels from financial institutions.
- Banking leaders can take part in Leaders+, an exclusive pre-evening insights and drinks reception.
100+ industry experts including:
Your ultimate experience starts with the perfect stay
Make the most of exclusive hotel rates and stay floors above the action, making your event commute non-existent!
Elevate your brand presence
FinovateFall provides the platform to connect with senior financial services decision-makers who can take your business to the next level.
Demo your fintech
You have the technology. We have THE stage and audience.
Demo your latest innovation to 2,000+. Connect with key leads at your demo stand. Book unlimited meetings with banks, credit unions, enterprises & VCs.
And remember, innovation is for everyone — all startups, established and public companies encouraged to apply.
Become a sponsor
Gain new leads. Be seen as a thought leader. Elevate your brand.
Tell us your business goals and we'll help you achieve them. Lead the fintech discussion as an expert speaker at the home of fintech innovation and choose branding opportunities to put your company at the front of your buyers minds.
Download the sponsor prospectus for more information on opportunities available.
Join the new breakthrough event for fintechs and investors
We're launching a new event to run alongside FinovateFall on September 11!
While FinovateFall delivers innovation and insights for financial services technology buyers, the inaugural IMPACT Funders & Founders Forum takes a complementary approach—directly connecting startups and scaleups with the capital they need to scale.
Whether you're a founder, startup, scaleup, or investor, this event is designed for you!
The game-changing event connecting startups and investors
Running alongside FinovateFall on September 11, IMPACT Funders & Founders Forum includes 1:1 meetings for capital raising, expert guidance on business fundamentals and investor perspectives, plus dynamic startup pitches to active investors.
Whether you're a visionary founder seeking funding, a VC searching for the next transformative opportunity, or an industry changemaker exploring the ecosystem, this is the event for you.
Attend, exhibit, pitch, or speak—there are multiple ways to get involved!
A preview of what's coming up in 2026!
Gain key insights now
Banks and fintechs are competing for control of the underlying infrastructure that powers payments, identity, settlement, and decisioning.
This white paper examines the four key shifts driving the transition: super apps, fintech bank charters, stablecoin infrastructure, and agentic commerce.
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Finovate on YouTube
Throughout the year we publish exclusive video content focusing on business critical trends and new innovative technologies.
Featuring some of the key influencers in the industry, find the insight you need to stay ahead with our video content on YouTube.
Finovate Podcast
The Finovate Podcast, hosted by Greg Palmer, carries the expert conversation and ideas forward from the stage.
Get caught up on all 200+ episodes with fintech pioneers.
Our Partners at Informa Festivals
Finovate is proud to represent the newly-created Informa Festivals alongside industry-leading brands covering five global markets.
Together we bring you a network of must-attend events.
Dive in and explore the powerhouse events helping shape the industry.
Lead Media Partner: FinTech Futures
The #1 provider of global fintech news and intelligence – providing daily news, analysis and expert commentary. Comprehensive, accessible and free.
Community Partnership Program
We’re passionate about improving diversity and inclusion in the financial technology industry, which is why we partner with non-profits, community banks, and credit unions to offer their members complimentary passes to Finovate.
Limited number available and applicants must meet our criteria in order to be eligible.
Grade 4 Sponsors
Lead Media Partner
Official Press & Media Partner
Marketing Communications Partners
CERTIFIED BY THE CPD CERTIFICATION SERVICE
FinovatFall is CPD certified event. Continuing Professional Credits will be provided in accordance with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA). All credits will be provided following the conclusion of the conference. Attendees can request a CPD certificate after attending the event.
For further information on CPD accreditation please visit: www.cpduk.co.uk.
