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📅 8 October 2026
📍 London Conference Centre, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, One Bartholomew Close Barts Square, London EC1A 7BL
Welcome to the sixth edition of FinTech as a Force for Good Forum! This October, we will once again convene to discuss the growing role of FinTech as a cornerstone of the UK's infrastructure and to examine how the sector is driving economic growth while enhancing the country's strategic and social resilience. Save the date!
Why this forum matters now more than ever
Financial systems have become strategic infrastructure tied to sovereignty, societal resilience, technological capability and geopolitical stability.
For the UK, the challenge is how to build a financial system that remains open, innovative, globally competitive, and digitally advanced, while secure, resilient, trusted, and strategically independent in critical areas.
AI is transforming financial services from fraud detection to customer experience. We will explore how to deploy it responsibly, balancing innovation with governance, transparency, and regulatory expectations.
As finance becomes ever more embedded in critical national infrastructure, the sector faces a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. This session will explore the risks and opportunities ahead, and how closer collaboration between financial institutions and the public sector can strengthen the UK's resilience and security.
Financial institutions face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. This session covers key risks, emerging technologies, and strategies to protect data, systems, and customer trust.
Operational resilience is now a strategic priority. We will explore how firms can safeguard critical services in an “always-on”, interconnected and autonomous global financial system.
FinTechs are playing a crucial role in times of economic uncertainty by helping consumers manage their finances, access affordable credit, navigate income shocks, and find better financial products. Innovations such as open finance and agentic commerce can expand financial inclusion, create new business opportunities, and support more accessible and resilient financial services.
As global competition intensifies and financial systems become more digital and interconnected, FinTech is pivotal to support a strong, resilient and more inclusive national economy We will also explore the regulatory, structural, and cultural changes needed to unlock fintech’s full potential as a force for improving financial wellbeing.
FORMAT
A full day of high-impact sessions, debate, and connection
Headline addresses from senior leaders across finance, tech, and government
Expert panels tackling the industry's most pressing challenges
Closed-door Chatham House discussions for candid peer-to-peer exchange
Explore solutions from leading FinTech and security companies
Dedicated breaks and a drinks reception for meaningful connections
Get ready to be inspired by an incredible lineup of speakers! Our carefully curated selection of experts will bring a wealth of knowledge, insights, and experience to the stage.
TICKETS
FCA Office Hours is offering FinTech startups and scaleups the opportunity to book a one-to-one meeting with the FCA onsite at FinTech as a Force for Good on 8 October 2026. These dedicated sessions are designed for firms looking to understand how the FCA’s services can support their growth, innovation, and international ambitions.
Firms will be able to discuss their business model, regulatory journey and expansion plans, and learn more about services such as:
Registration is Now Closed
Registration of interest does not automatically confirm the meeting. Selected companies will receive a message in the email provided to coordinate the meeting time directly with the FCA.
All meeting participants will need to hold a ticket to attend FFFG, as meetings will take place onsite at the London Conference Centre, University of Chicago Booth School of Business on 8 October. If you haven't done so already, please secure your ticket here. .
VENUE
📍One Bartholomew Close Barts Square, London EC1A 7BL
Farringdon (Elizabeth, Circle & Metropolitan lines) is the closest major station at 10 minutes walk. Barbican is 5 minutes walk and City Thameslink 8 minutes. Buses 4, 56 and 153 stop on nearby Aldersgate Street.
The venue is fully accessible. Farringdon via the Elizabeth line offers the best step-free route end-to-end. Please indicate any accessibility requirements at the time of registration.
The Ned (5 min), Malmaison London (8 min), The Montcalm Royal London House (10 min) and Club Quarters Hotel St Paul's (8 min) are all within easy reach of the venue.
SPONSORSHIP
We offer Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship packages, each giving you a meaningful presence at one of the most important gatherings in financial services. From brand visibility across the event to curating sessions on stage, hosting your own roundtable, or exhibiting on the floor, there are a range of ways to get in front of leaders from finance, technology, and government.
Brand visibility across the event
Curate session & speak on stage
Host your own roundtable
Exhibit on the floor
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FinTech as a Force for Good will be hosted by Innovate Finance at the London Conference Centre, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, One Bartholomew Close, Barts Square, London EC1A 7BL on 8th October 2026 from 8:00 until 18:00.
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Limited to 400 senior professionals. Early bird pricing ends 30 June. Secure your registration today.
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