Connected Banking Summit Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025

The Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 is set for 22nd October 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, hosted by InterCSA. This 22nd installment in the Connected Banking Summit series unites senior banking executives, fintech innovators, policy regulators, and technology experts. The event explores open banking, AI-driven transformation, cybersecurity resilience, ESG finance, digital payments, and customer‑centric innovation. Delegates will attend keynote speeches, expert-led panels, and the distinguished awards ceremony recognizing standout industry performance.

Key Highlights

• Forward-looking insights on machine learning, generative AI, open banking frameworks, cybersecurity, and digital customer experience in banking.

• Presentation of the Innovation & Excellence Awards, celebrating achievements in categories such as Best Digital Bank, Best CISO, Best ESG Initiative, and more.

• Strategically curated networking sessions that facilitate connections between banking leaders, fintech start-ups, technology vendors, and regulatory bodies.

• Case studies and panel discussions exploring sustainable finance, payment innovations, compliance technologies, and regulatory transformation aligned with Vision 2030.

Who Should Attend?

• C-level executives from banks, financial institutions, and insurance companies

• Fintech founders, digital banking leaders, and innovation managers

• Cybersecurity, risk, and compliance professionals within BFSI

• Open banking and digital payment solution providers

• Government regulators and policy advisors in financial innovation

• ESG and sustainable finance strategists

• Customer experience (CX) and digital transformation leaders.