EUROPE | 10-11 NOVEMBER 2025 | LONDON

CO-LOCATED WITH:

FTT Mutuals
FTT Identity Festival
FID Fraud and Fincrime
FTT-AI-Transformation

The UK's largest & most impactful
fintech event

FTT Fintech Festival

Save the date: 10th - 11th November 2025 | The Brewery, London

Join c-level executives, founders and technology leaders from across financial institutions, fintechs and technology providers as we explore the digital transformation of the financial services landscape. From their analysis of the macroeconomic context to the drivers of changing customer behaviour, their views will help set the scene for an ever-evolving industry.

Then take a deep-dive into any of the 8 stages focusing on Open Finance, Payments, Embedded Finance, Fraud and FinCrime, AI, Digital Identity and the Mutuals sector.

Whether you’re a global financial institution, merchant, brand, marketplace, platform provider, fintech or technology enabler come and explore the future of fintech and stay ahead of the curve.

Two days, endless opportunities

Key event stats

We've grabbed the industry by the horns

2,000+

Festival
goers

1,000+

Representatives from financial institutions

400+

Rockstar
speakers

70%

Technology
buyers

20,000+

Facilitated meetings

8 stages

Of Festival
content

Festival stages

The ultimate festival experience awaits...

Festival
Stage

 Immerse yourself in a broad menu of fintech content on the Festival Stage as we explore the digital transformation of the financial services landscape. Debates and discussions guaranteed to catalyse exciting conversations across the duration of the Festival and beyond.     

Future Identity Festival
(co-located event)

Hear from industry experts, technology whizzes and influential policymakers, all with unique insights to share on this rapidly evolving industry. Discover all the latest developments shaping the future of identity and trust.

FTT AI
Transformation Stage

In the current ever-advancing state of artificial intelligence, delve into the depths of the AI revolution and its role within finance. From internal strategy to the impacts of its application, explore how the fintech landscape is more competitive than ever before.

FTT Payments
Stage

FTT Payments tackles both the complexity and opportunity of the rapidly changing payments landscape head on. It brings together strategic leaders, innovators, and experts from the world of payments and technology, alongside a community of non-financial brands.

FTT Embedded
Finance Stage

In an industry where financial products and services can be delivered by a whole new range of distributors, new opportunities abound. Connect with a fast-growing community of financial and non-financial brands as they explore newly chartered pathways.

FTT Open
Finance Stage

A community driven by a passion for the possibilities of Open Finance. Look at both the present and future of the industry. Evaluate new business models and a fast-changing competitive landscape powered by Open Finance.

FTT Mutuals
(co-located event)

Join us on our mission to unite leaders from building societies, credit unions, mutual insurers, friendlies and community banks. Be a part of a community with a shared vision to future-proof and grow the mutual finance sector. 

FID Fraud & FinCrime
(co-located event)

New for 2024! Join a transformative experience that shapes the future of finance, identity security, and crime prevention. Explore how AI can revolutionise operations, enhance customer experiences, and ensure security in an increasingly digital world.

Who attends?

Our audience combines banks, challenger banks, insurance companies, building societies and credit unions, retail, e-commerce, crypto exchanges, crypto wallets, marketplaces, freelancing and social platforms, gaming, healthcare, entertainment, travel, telecommunications and mobility businesses. Job titles of attendees include:

Executive Leadership

Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Founder
President
Vice President

Risk, Compliance & Digital Identity

AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Officer
Chief Compliance Officer
Chief Risk Officer
Cybersecurity Specialist
Data Privacy Officer
Digital Identity Manager
Financial Crime Analyst
Fraud Analyst
Fraud Prevention Manager
Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist
Legal Advisor
MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer)
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Risk Manager
Security Analyst

Technology & Development

Chief Information Officer
Chief Innovation Officer
Chief Product Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Data Scientist
Digital Product Manager
Digital Strategist
Digital Transformation Officer
Innovation Analyst
Innovation Manager
Lead Developer
Machine Learning Engineer
Product Manager
Software Engineer
Technical Architect

Customer Success, Support & Experience

Chief Customer Officer
Customer Experience Analyst
Customer Experience Manager
Customer Journey Manager
Customer Onboarding Specialist
User Experience Manager
VP of Customer Experience
VP of Customer Success

Finance, Operations & Strategy

Accountant
Business Analyst
Business Strategy Consultant
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Strategy Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Controller
Corporate Strategist
Finance Manager
Financial Analyst
Operations Manager
Strategic Analyst
Strategy Director
Strategy Manager
Treasurers

Investors & Analysts

Angel Investor
Equity Analyst
Investment Manager
Portfolio Manager
Research Analyst
User Experience Manager
Venture Capitalist

Featured Rockstar speakers 2024

Michelle Prance
CEO
Mettle
LinkedIn
Nikolay Burlutskiy
Director AI and ML
AstraZeneca
LinkedIn
Cyrille Salle De Chou
Chief Risk Officer
Starling Bank
LinkedIn
Mohamed Ait Si Brahim
Group Chief Technology Officer
Hargreaves Lansdown
LinkedIn
Sanjeevan Bala
Group Chief Data & AI Officer
ITV PLC
LinkedIn
Claire Magennis
CEO & Chair of the Board
Uber Payments UK
LinkedIn
Bola Sol
Financial Advisor, Money Columnist & Author of 'Your Money Life'
Linkedin
Rajiv Appana
VP of Financial Products
booking.com
LinkedIn
Aastha Yadav
Global Head of Product Strategy
Bolt
LinkedIn
Jasjyot Singh OBE
CEO, Consumer Lending
Lloyds Banking Group
LinkedIn
Filipe Teixeira
Chief Information Officer & Head of Digital Retail Banking
illimity
LinkedIn
Susana Ponce Froment
Global Head of Finance & Credit Risk
Tide
LinkedIn
Joshua Fabian Miller
MD Credit
Currys
LinkedIn
Camilla Ellerton
Consumer Marketing Director
Autotrader
LinkedIn
Jurgen Blumberg
Chief Operating Officer, EMEA, ETF Accelerator
Goldman Sachs
LinkedIn
Thea Loch
Head of Group Optimisation
Lloyds Banking Group
LinkedIn
Vicky Wang
Senior Partnerships Manager - FS
Xero Limited
LinkedIn
Hetal Popat
Director of Open Banking
HSBC Group
LinkedIn
Kirsty Rutter
Fintech Investment Director
Lloyds Banking Group
LinkedIn
Donatien Chedom Fotso
Technology Data and Innovation – Lead AI Engineer, VP
Deutsche Bank AG
LinkedIn

Sponsors 2024

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Invest NI delegation

 
 

 
 

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Content, community & experiences

The FTT Fintech Festival is not just an event – but a community. C-Level executives mingle with start-up founders to debate and discuss the conventional wisdom of each event day across all our stages. Whether engaging on stage or off, carrying on the conversation on the Festival floor or at the craft beer bar, both our audience and speakers are essential to the dynamic.

8 content
stages

Navigate your way through 8 stages of world-class content, including the FTT Fintech Festival, FTT Embedded Finance, FTT Payments, FTT Open Finance, FTT Mutuals, FTT AI Transformation, Future Identity Festival, and FID Fraud & FinCrime Stages.

VIP Hosted Meetings Programme

Fast-track access to the industry leaders and technology providers you want to meet with efficiency and ease. Look no further to strengthen existing partnerships and build new connections.

Barista coffee
stations

Energise your event experience at our barista stations, where exceptional coffee fuels every moment.

A great event starts with a great cup of coffee.

Networking drinks reception

What better way to wind down from a day of inspiring content and smart networking than an evening of fine wines, beers, and canapés. Continue to connect, discuss, and debate or simply kickback and relax.

Fintech Mentorship Series

In association with Barclays Rise, world class mentors will offer a range of advice to start-ups. A not-to-be-missed opportunity to schedule 1-1 meetings with prominent fintech leaders in an exclusive, dedicated space at the Festival.

Craft beer
bar

Join our craft beer sessions to taste the UK's finest brews and network with key strategic partners.

Enjoy great beer and even better connections!

Live music,
great vibes

FTT will present music throughout the Festival, showcasing the best in new music but never overlooking past favourites. Expect guest DJs and good times.

Cocktails
courtesy of Enfuce

Wrap up your first day in style with a cocktail in hand at the Enfuce stand.

Relax, recharge, and keep the conversations going!

Co-located with

Two days, unlimited networking and an interconnected community.

Hear how fintechs and technology providers are partnering more and more with mutuals to deliver full-scale innovation projects.

AI will transform almost every aspect of our lives. Understand how the technologies and components that comprise AI are already starting to shape the future.

Future Identity will explore the latest initiatives, technologies and concepts shaping the global ecosystem of identity and trust.

FID Fraud & FinCrime will bridge the gap between innovative identity solutions and the critical need for fraud and financial crime prevention.

Sponsorship & exhibition opportunities

Discover the unique sponsorship and exhibition opportunities available at the 7th edition of the Festival. Click on the button below to find out more and how you can get involved.

 

Register your interest for 2025

What others are saying...

Will you be joining us?

"For me, the benefit of attending the Fintech Talents Festival is sharing ideas, seeing who's doing things that are great, who's really looking at the pain points customers have and who's fixing them in difficult times."

Charlotte Halkett - Chief Underwriting Officer - ManyPets

Fintech Festival 2022
2023-09-12T15:36:47+00:00

Charlotte Halkett - Chief Underwriting Officer - ManyPets

"For me, the benefit of attending the Fintech Talents Festival is sharing ideas, seeing who's doing things that are great, who's really looking at the pain points customers have and who's fixing them in difficult times."
"The Fintech Talents Festival is always a pleasure to attend. It’s one of those Festivals where you end the day with a smile and a lot of business benefits as well. Every year, there is something new and every year there is something to make it more interesting and attractive."

Diana Carrasco - MD Merchant Services - Lloyds Banking Group

Fintech Festival 2022
2023-09-12T15:46:02+00:00

Diana Carrasco - MD Merchant Services - Lloyds Banking Group

"The Fintech Talents Festival is always a pleasure to attend. It’s one of those Festivals where you end the day with a smile and a lot of business benefits as well. Every year, there is something new and every year there is something to make it more interesting and attractive."
"It's great to be able to share the stage and talk about the challenges and opportunities that companies can find in unlocking data and chat to delegates about some of the problems that they've faced."

Jonathan Lister Parson - Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer - PensionBee

Fintech Festival 2022
2023-09-12T15:52:42+00:00

Jonathan Lister Parson - Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer - PensionBee

"It's great to be able to share the stage and talk about the challenges and opportunities that companies can find in unlocking data and chat to delegates about some of the problems that they've faced."
"It provides a unique networking opportunity and not just for potential clients but, also it's a great base for new ideas to bring up and the conversations that we have with people... The marriage works really well here and the opportunity to meet the big partners, the big enablers.”

Mankaran Ahluwalia - Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer - Yayzy

Fintech Festival 2022
2023-09-12T15:59:52+00:00

Mankaran Ahluwalia - Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer - Yayzy

"It provides a unique networking opportunity and not just for potential clients but, also it's a great base for new ideas to bring up and the conversations that we have with people... The marriage works really well here and the opportunity to meet the big partners, the big enablers.”
"I joined the Fintech Talents Festival because I think it's got an amazing line-up of organisations, both small and the large. It was really important for me to come here and speak, to be able to reach out to all of these organisations and share with them some of what we're doing, but also learn from them, about how we could help them.”

Prakash Pattni - Managing Director, Financial Services Digital Transformation - IBM Cloud for Financial Services

Fintech Festival 2022
2023-09-12T16:12:44+00:00

Prakash Pattni - Managing Director, Financial Services Digital Transformation - IBM Cloud for Financial Services

"I joined the Fintech Talents Festival because I think it's got an amazing line-up of organisations, both small and the large. It was really important for me to come here and speak, to be able to reach out to all of these organisations and share with them some of what we're doing, but also learn from them, about how we could help them.”
"It’s connecting with people face to face. I think you just can’t beat that. As much as we have digital and talking about innovation, I think connecting face to face with individuals from around the globe, from Fintech Talents - it’s been absolutely wonderful.”

Saira Khan - Head of Innovation and Partnerships - First Direct Bank

Fintech Festival 2022
2023-09-12T16:17:07+00:00

Saira Khan - Head of Innovation and Partnerships - First Direct Bank

"It’s connecting with people face to face. I think you just can’t beat that. As much as we have digital and talking about innovation, I think connecting face to face with individuals from around the globe, from Fintech Talents - it’s been absolutely wonderful.”
“I’m interested in meeting like-minded colleagues from across the sector and understanding more about the technology that there is and the advancements that are happening in that sphere. It seems like a really great place to do that."

Hayley Duckworth - Head of People - Marsden Building Society

Fintech Festival 2022
2024-05-31T07:07:17+00:00

Hayley Duckworth - Head of People - Marsden Building Society

“I’m interested in meeting like-minded colleagues from across the sector and understanding more about the technology that there is and the advancements that are happening in that sphere. It seems like a really great place to do that."
"What really excites me about being here today is speaking to all the tech providers and being shown all the innovative solutions we can look to deploy at the Dudley Building Society because it’s all about improving the customer journey and getting the members to feel valued in everything we do."

Robert Oliver - Director of Distribution - Dudley Building Society

Fintech Festival 2022
2024-05-31T08:09:36+00:00

Robert Oliver - Director of Distribution - Dudley Building Society

"What really excites me about being here today is speaking to all the tech providers and being shown all the innovative solutions we can look to deploy at the Dudley Building Society because it’s all about improving the customer journey and getting the members to feel valued in everything we do."
“The Future Identity Festival is a great opportunity to bring like-minded people under one roof and discuss innovation that is happening in the payments industry.”

Bhavna Saraf - Head of Payments, Products and Propositions - Santander

Fintech Festival 2022
2024-05-31T08:14:34+00:00

Bhavna Saraf - Head of Payments, Products and Propositions - Santander

“The Future Identity Festival is a great opportunity to bring like-minded people under one roof and discuss innovation that is happening in the payments industry.”
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