The 22nd Edition of Banking Summit is set to redefine the future of financial innovation and digital transformation in Saudi Arabia. Organized by the International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA), the Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 will take place on November 4, 2025, in Riyadh.
Under the inspiring theme “Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation, Transformation, and Growth,” the summit promises to be a powerhouse of ideas, exploring how cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing banking across the MENA region.
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As Saudi Arabia accelerates toward its Vision 2030 goals, the 22nd Edition of Banking Summit will spotlight the country’s remarkable strides in fintech, AI-driven banking, and cashless economy initiatives.
Recognizing Excellence in Fintech and Digital Banking
The Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025, a highlight of the 22nd Edition of Banking Summit, will celebrate banks, fintechs, and industry leaders driving transformation in customer experience, data intelligence, and sustainable finance.
Award categories include:
- Digital Bank of the Year
- Best Use of Artificial Intelligence in Banking
- Excellence in Customer Experience
- CEO of the Year
- Sustainable Finance Leadership Award
These recognitions reflect the growing impact of Saudi Arabia’s fintech ecosystem, powered by collaboration with government, financial institutions, and technology innovators.
Key Focus Areas Shaping the Kingdom’s Banking Landscape
The 22nd Edition of Banking Summit will feature engaging discussions and expert panels covering:
- Artificial Intelligence & Automation in Financial Services
- Cybersecurity & Risk Management in the digital era
- Open Banking and API-led innovation
- Financial Inclusion and New Digital Payment Models
- Sustainability & ESG in banking operations
With keynote insights from Engr. Ahmed Alsuwaiyan, Governor of the Digital Government Authority, and Tony Cripps, CEO of Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB), the summit will serve as a strategic hub for policymakers, CEOs, and innovators shaping the region’s financial future.
Driving Vision 2030 Through Fintech Innovation
As the 22nd Edition of Banking Summit returns to Riyadh, it aligns perfectly with the Kingdom’s push toward a 70% cashless economy by 2025. Saudi Arabia has already invested over $20 billion in digital payments infrastructure, signaling a massive commitment to fintech innovation and inclusive growth.
Through this summit, ICSA is not only fostering dialogue but also empowering transformation, bridging the gap between traditional banking and next-generation technology across the MENA region.
Join the Future of Banking
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 22nd Edition of Banking Summit, where leaders, innovators, and policymakers come together to shape the next era of digital banking in Saudi Arabia.
Ready to join the conversation?
Simply check the registration details on the featured image above and secure your seat at the Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Riyadh.
Be where innovation meets opportunity and where Vision 2030 becomes reality.
