Connected Banking Summit 2026

Connected Banking Riyadh is the 30th Edition of the Connected Banking Summit - Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event brings together senior leaders from banking, finance, insurance, technology, and fintech for high-value discussions focused on the future of financial services in the Kingdom and the wider GCC region. Its theme, "Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation, Transformation and Growth," reflects the summit’s emphasis on practical transformation and strategic growth. The program highlights key topics including digital transformation, AI deployment, sustainable finance, payment technologies, cybersecurity, regulatory technology, compliance, open banking, and customer-centric solutions. Attendees can expect keynote sessions, expert panels, networking opportunities, and the Innovation & Excellence Awards, which recognize achievements across the BFSI sector. The summit is designed for executives, practitioners, sponsors, and solution providers seeking boardroom-level access and relationship-building opportunities. Positioned in Riyadh, a major financial hub in the Middle East, the event offers a focused environment for learning, partnerships, and business development within the banking and fintech ecosystem.