22nd Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025
Schedule
Tue Nov 04 2025 at 08:00 am to 09:00 am
UTC+03:00Location
The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh | Riyadh, RI
22nd Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025
Theme: Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation Transformation and Growth
Riyadh Saudi Arabia | November 4 2025
Riyadh Saudi Arabia – The International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is proud to announce the 22nd Edition of the Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 taking place on November 4 2025 in Riyadh.
Under the theme “Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation Transformation and Growth” the summit will bring together top executives fintech pioneers policymakers and technology leaders to shape the next era of banking in Saudi Arabia.
As the Kingdom accelerates its Vision 2030 agenda the event will highlight strategies driving digital banking fintech innovation and financial inclusion. With over $20 billion invested in fintech and digital payments Saudi Arabia is well on its path toward a cashless society—achieving 57% cashless transactions in 2024 and targeting 70% by 2025.
Summit Highlights
Keynotes from industry leaders including
Expert panels on AI-driven banking cybersecurity open banking and sustainable finance
Networking opportunities with C-suite executives regulators and fintech innovators
The Innovation & Excellence Awards recognizing achievements in digital transformation customer experience and financial inclusion
Why Attend
Explore strategies aligned with Vision 2030
Build partnerships with decision-makers and innovators
Gain insights into emerging technologies such as generative AI quantum computing and 5G-powered financial services
Innovation & Excellence Awards
The Innovation & Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding institutions and leaders across the BFSI sector who are driving innovation resilience and sustainable growth.
Award categories include:
Digital Bank of the Year
Excellence in AI-Driven Customer Experience
CEO of the Year
Join Us
Be part of the dialogue shaping the future of banking in Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region.
Registration & Partnership Opportunities: www.intercsa.com
Contact: Mohammed Thoufiq – [email protected]
Phone: +44 20 3808 8625
About ICSA
The International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is dedicated to fostering collaboration innovation and growth across industries. With over 22 years of experience we design customized solutions for clients in banking telecom gas retail and manufacturing—helping businesses connect integrate and transform for sustainable success.
Where is it happening?
The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
