31st Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026

31st Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026
Istanbul, Türkiye
October 21, 2026

31st Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026 returns to Istanbul to advance financial innovation across Eurasia.

“Advancing Digital Banking Transformation and Financial Technology Innovation for a Connected Eurasian Market”

Istanbul, Türkiye – The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is proud to announce the 31st Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026, scheduled to take place on 21 October 2026 in Istanbul, Türkiye.

As part of the globally renowned Connected Banking Summit Series, the Eurasia edition will bring together senior banking executives, regulators, fintech innovators, technology providers, investors, policymakers, and financial-services leaders from across Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and emerging Eurasian markets to explore the future of banking, payments, financial technology, and digital transformation.

Held under the theme “Advancing Digital Banking Transformation and Financial Technology Innovation for a Connected Eurasian Market,” the summit will serve as a strategic platform for industry leaders to exchange insights, foster partnerships, and explore the innovations shaping the next generation of financial services across the region.

Türkiye: The Gateway to Eurasian Financial Innovation

Strategically positioned at the intersection of Europe and Asia, Türkiye has emerged as one of the region’s most dynamic financial and technology hubs. Supported by a rapidly evolving digital economy, increasing fintech investment, progressive regulatory initiatives, and growing adoption of advanced technologies, the country continues to play a pivotal role in connecting financial markets across Eurasia.

Financial institutions across the region are accelerating investments in digital-core modernization, real-time payments, open finance, artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and customer-centric banking models. As competition intensifies and customer expectations continue to evolve, organizations are seeking innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, improve financial inclusion, and unlock new growth opportunities.

Against this backdrop, the 31st Edition Connected Banking Summit – Eurasia will provide a premier forum for collaboration, enabling stakeholders to discuss emerging trends, address critical industry challenges, and identify practical strategies for building resilient, future-ready financial ecosystems.

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