Fintech Week London reimagines flagship conference for fifth anniversary edition: introducing London Fintech Summit 2025

Fintech Week London and Trescon Partner to Launch London Fintech Summit 2025 
Strengthening London’s role as the global connector of financial capitals and fintech

London, UK – May 14, 2025 – For its fifth anniversary, Fintech Week London (FTWL) has partnered with Trescon to reimagine the annual flagship conference by launching the new annual London Fintech Summit, a premier global platform bringing together financial leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators to shape the future of fintech. The summit – taking place on October 6 and 7, 2025 – will be the focal point for driving cross-border collaboration and investment. While Fintech Week London continues as the umbrella for a week of finance-focused events in London, the summit will be the main stage for global fintech dialogue. 

London Fintech Summit 2025 will play a crucial role in connecting financial powerhouses worldwide, bringing together stakeholders from key markets such as London, New York, Singapore, Dubai, Hong Kong, Brussels and beyond. With a strong focus on investment, regulation, and technology, the event will reinforce London’s position as a hub for global fintech collaboration.

Even though London is one of the world’s oldest financial districts, London hasn’t stopped innovating and became one of the biggest fintech hubs globally, with over 3300 fintech companies in the UK, of which London is home to more than 1600. The City of London has always been the place where traditional financial institutions meet tech and fintech companies to innovate together. From high-street banks to digital banks, technology giants to fintechs, the London Fintech Summit and Fintech Week London will be your opportunity to understand the global themes of fintech.

Connecting Financial Capitals for Global Impact

The annual London Fintech Summit aims to set a new global benchmark for fintech events, bringing together a unique mix of policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, fintech innovators, and end-users of financial technology to drive meaningful discussions. This summit will bridge key financial hubs from around the world, positioning London as the epicentre of global fintech innovation. By addressing current challenges and fostering actionable solutions, the summit will focus on inclusivity, cross-border partnerships, and regulatory alignment, empowering fintech leaders to shape the future of finance. 

Together with Trescon, Fintech Week London will gather a powerful international network of financial leaders, government representatives, and investors, making it a pivotal event for driving meaningful global partnerships.

"London has long been at the centre of financial innovation, and the London Fintech Summit 2025 will cement its role as a critical link between financial capitals," said Raf De Kimpe, CEO of Fintech Week London. "By combining Fintech Week London’s existing network with Trescon’s extensive international reach, we are creating a summit that brings together the most influential voices shaping the future of finance."

Trescon, known for its expertise in curating high-impact international fintech and technology summits, will contribute its global ecosystem of investors, regulatory leaders, and industry pioneers. Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon, added:

"Our mission is to connect financial markets and foster international collaboration. By bringing our network of global investors, policymakers, and fintech innovators to London, the London Fintech Summit 2025 will be a key platform for shaping the next chapter of financial services worldwide."

Fintech Week London is a week-long series of events that highlight and celebrate London's innovative fintech scene, with the new flagship conference: the London Fintech Summit (LFS) at its core. Next to the London Fintech Summit on October 6 and 7, the week will include a VIP dinner for 100 C-level leaders and government officials, an industry party and a day dedicated to international delegations, in collaboration with strategic partner Grow London, the growth agency for London, part of London & Partners.

Key Themes & Agenda Highlights

The London Fintech Summit will explore critical trends shaping the future of fintech, including:

• Future of Payments: 
  Future of Payments: Embrace the shift towards mobile payments, emerging technologies, and seamless business-consumer interactions. 
• Data, Risk & Fraud: 
  Address the latest cybersecurity threats and explore best practices for safeguarding financial systems and data. 
• Government & Regulatory Frameworks:
  Learn about global policy dynamics and cross-border regulatory collaboration. 
• Artificial Intelligence:
  Explore the revolutionary potential of AI in digital transformation across financial services, governance, and compliance, with a focus on agentic versus generative AI. 
• Digital Assets & Tokenisation:
  Understand the rise of digital assets, and their potential to reshape financial systems, and how to address regulatory challenges.
• Fintech for Good:
  Investigate how fintech is leveraging technology to drive financial inclusion, accessibility, and positive social impact. 

The UK government has committed £250 million to the Financial Services and Markets Bill, which supports regulatory frameworks for fintech growth. The global fintech market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 22.17% from 2023 to 2030, with Europe and North America driving growth. As an international financial powerhouse, London remains at the forefront of fintech innovation and regulatory leadership. By bringing together financial leaders from around the world, the London Fintech Summit 2025 will reinforce the city’s role in shaping the future of finance and technology.

For more information, visit the London Fintech Summit website.

International Partnerships and Advisory Leadership

Fintech Week London and the London Fintech Summit can count on the support of their Strategic Partners: London Stock Exchange Group, City of London, Department for Business & Trade, Grow London and their advisory committee of Global Fintech and Financial Experts. 

With the addition of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as the newest International Strategic Partner, London FinTech Summit strengthens its global outlook and industry reach. As the region’s leading financial centre and a catalyst for innovation, DIFC brings unmatched expertise, access to high-growth markets, and a shared vision to shape the future of financial services.

Through these collaborations, the summit will facilitate critical discussions on financial regulation, investment trends, and technological advancements, directly impacting the global financial landscape.

What Sets London Fintech Summit Apart

• Two stages with top tier content, dedicated 1-on-1 networking meetings for attendees and over 700 decision makers from banks, fintechs, tech companies, venture capital, regulatory bodies and government under one roof.
• Global Reach – A truly international event with dedicated country and industry pavilions Showcasing fintech advancements from major financial markets
• Investor Roundtables – Connecting fintech start-ups with global venture capitalists and institutional investors and connecting venture funds and family offices with capital.
• Regulatory & Government Engagement – Facilitating cross-border policy discussions with key decision-makers
• Fintech Innovation Showcases – Highlighting next-generation financial technologies
• Holistic Focus – the London Fintech Summit will not only focus on B2B engagement and doing business, but also on the broader impact of fintech on businesses and consumers, ensuring a user-centric approach. 

Fintech Week London programme

Monday 6 October 2025:
8am – 6 pm: The London Fintech Summit at the Park Plaza Victoria London.
7pm – 11pm: Fintech Week London VIP Dinner (invite only).

Tuesday 7 October 2025:
9am – 5pm: The London Fintech Summit 

6pm – 11pm: The Fintech Week London & London Fintech Summit Industry Party networking event.

For more information, visit the Fintech Week London website.

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