22nd Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025
“Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation Transformation and Growth”
November 4th 2025 | Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Riyadh Saudi Arabia – The International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) proudly announces 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” this landmark event will bring together senior executives fintech pioneers policymakers and technology leaders to shape the future of banking in Saudi Arabia.
As the Kingdom accelerates its Vision 2030 agenda the summit will highlight transformative strategies driving digital banking fintech innovation and financial inclusion. With over $20 billion invested in fintech and digital payments Saudi Arabia is rapidly advancing toward a cashless society—achieving 57% cashless transactions in 2024 with a target of 70% by 2025.
Summit Highlights
Keynotes from leading figures including:
H.E. Eng. Ahmed Alsuwaiyan Governor Digital Government Authority
Tony Cripps CEO Saudi Awwal Bank
Expert Panels on AI-driven banking cybersecurity open banking and sustainable finance
Networking Opportunities with C-suite executives regulators and fintech innovators
Innovation & Excellence Awards celebrating outstanding achievements in digital transformation customer experience and financial inclusion
Why Attend
Discover cutting-edge strategies aligned with Vision 2030
Forge strategic partnerships with key decision-makers and innovators
Gain insights into emerging technologies such as generative AI quantum computing and 5G-powered financial services
About the Innovation & Excellence Awards
The Innovation & Excellence Awards honour institutions and individuals driving innovation resilience and sustainable growth across the BFSI sector.
Award categories include:
Digital Bank of the Year
Excellence in AI-Driven Customer Experience
CEO of the Year
(and more)
Join Us
Be part of the dialogue shaping the future of banking in Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region.
For registration and partnership opportunities:
www.intercsa.com
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+44 20 3808 8625
About the International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA)
At the International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) we connect integrate and transform businesses. With over 22 years of experience we are dedicated to fostering collaboration innovation and growth across industries. We specialize in designing tailored solutions for the banking telecom gas retail and manufacturing sectors.
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