The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is proud to present the 31st Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026, returning to the strategic crossroads of Istanbul, Türkiye.

As part of the globally renowned Connected Banking Summit Series, the Eurasia edition serves as the premier forum for senior banking executives, regulators, fintech innovators, technology providers, investors, and policymakers. This high-level summit is designed to explore the future of banking, payments, and digital transformation across Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and emerging Eurasian markets.

With Türkiye rapidly emerging as a dynamic financial and technology hub, the 2026 summit provides an unparalleled platform to discuss strategies for building resilient, future-ready financial ecosystems.

Key Focus Areas

The summit will dive deep into the trends and technologies redefining the regional financial landscape, including:

• Digital Core Modernization: Building scalable, agile banking architectures.

• Next-Gen Payments: Instant payments, interoperability, and cross-border efficiency.

• AI & Data Intelligence: AI-driven banking innovation and advanced fraud prevention.

• Open Finance: API-driven ecosystems and embedded finance opportunities.

• Security & Resilience: Cloud adoption, cybersecurity intelligence, and digital KYC frameworks.

• Inclusive & Sustainable Growth: SME banking, capital markets digitization, and ESG-aligned financial innovation.

What to Expect

• Visionary Keynotes & Panels: Gain strategic insights from banking pioneers, regulators, and tech leaders.

• Exclusive Networking: Connect with C-suite executives and decision-makers through curated business meetings and over 1,000 hours of executive networking legacy.

• Real-World Case Studies: Review successful, cutting-edge digital transformation initiatives.

• Innovation & Excellence Awards 2026: Celebrate the institutions and leaders redefining the industry across categories like Digital Bank of the Year, Best Payments Innovation, CEO of the Year, and the Women in Financial Leadership Award.

"Eurasia represents one of the most exciting growth regions for financial innovation... The 31st Edition Connected Banking Summit provides a unique platform for industry leaders to collaborate, exchange ideas, and accelerate the adoption of transformative technologies." — International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA)

Join the Transformation

Delegate registrations, sponsorship packages, speaking engagements, and exhibition slots are now open. Secure your place alongside the visionaries shaping the next era of Eurasian banking.

• Enquiries: [email protected]

• Phone: +44 20 3808 8625

• Host: International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA)