The 27th Connected Banking Summit – North Africa, Egypt 2026 is bringing together an influential gathering of banking executives, fintech innovators, financial regulators, payment leaders, technology providers, policymakers, and digital transformation experts from across North Africa and beyond.

Organized by the International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA), this premier summit serves as a strategic platform for industry leaders to discuss the future of digital banking, financial inclusion, open finance, payments innovation, cybersecurity, and technology-enabled financial infrastructure.

Held under the theme "Powering Inclusive Digital Banking and Technology-Enabled Financial Infrastructure in North Africa," the summit will explore how financial institutions can accelerate digital transformation, modernize legacy systems, strengthen operational resilience, and create secure, customer-centric financial services that meet the evolving needs of businesses and consumers.

As North Africa continues to witness rapid digital adoption, growing smartphone penetration, expanding fintech ecosystems, and increasing demand for accessible financial services, the Connected Banking Summit will spotlight the innovations, partnerships, and regulatory frameworks shaping the region's next phase of financial growth.

Industry Focus:

• Digital Banking

• Fintech Innovation

• Payments & Open Finance

• Financial Inclusion

• Artificial Intelligence

• Cybersecurity

• Digital Identity

• Cloud & Data Infrastructure

• Banking Transformation

• Regulatory Technology

Who Should Attend?

The summit is designed for senior decision-makers and industry leaders including:

• Central Bank Officials

• Banking CEOs & Managing Directors

• Chief Digital Officers (CDOs)

• Chief Information Officers (CIOs)

• Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)

• Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)

• Heads of Digital Banking

• Payments & Fintech Leaders

• Risk & Compliance Professionals

• Government & Regulatory Authorities

• Telecommunications Leaders

• Technology & Cloud Providers

• Fintech Founders & Innovators

Key Discussion Areas

Digital Banking Transformation

• Modernizing banking infrastructure

• Legacy system transformation

• Customer-centric digital experiences

• Omnichannel banking strategies

Financial Inclusion & Digital Access

• Expanding banking services to underserved populations

• Mobile-first financial services

• Inclusive digital finance models

• Digital financial literacy initiatives

Summit Highlights

Visionary Keynote Sessions

Hear from central bank leaders, banking executives, fintech pioneers, and global technology experts on the future of digital finance across North Africa.

Executive Panel Discussions

Gain insights from industry leaders discussing regulation, financial inclusion, cybersecurity, AI adoption, open finance, payments innovation, and sustainable growth.

Technology Showcase

Explore cutting-edge banking platforms, digital payment solutions, AI-powered financial technologies, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, and fintech innovations.

Exclusive Networking Opportunities

Connect with C-suite executives, policymakers, regulators, banking leaders, fintech founders, and technology providers from across the region.

Industry Collaboration & Partnerships

Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships, innovation initiatives, business expansion, and ecosystem collaboration.

Why Attend?

Learn from Industry Leaders

Gain valuable insights from the organizations driving digital banking transformation across North Africa.

Discover Emerging Technologies

Explore practical use cases for AI, digital identity, cloud computing, open finance, and next-generation payment systems.

Understand Regulatory Developments

Stay informed about evolving regulations, compliance requirements, and policy frameworks impacting financial institutions.

Build Strategic Connections

Network with influential decision-makers, investors, fintech innovators, regulators, and technology partners.

Stay Ahead of Market Trends

Understand how financial institutions are leveraging technology to improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.

Media Partner

StartupNews.fyi is proud to be the Official Media Partner of the 27th Connected Banking Summit – North Africa, Egypt 2026, supporting conversations that drive innovation, financial inclusion, digital transformation, and the future of banking across the region.

Be part of the movement shaping the next generation of connected banking and digital finance in North Africa.

Date: 19 August 2026
Venue: Cairo, Egypt