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9 Fintech Conferences & Events That You Should Attend In 2018

9 Fintech Conferences & Events That You Should Attend In 2018
Sudhir Khatwani

Fintech Conferences & Events 2018

Fintech – an amalgamation of finance and technology – is just another name for rapid development and innovation.

With so much happening in the fintech space – from big banks to small start-ups challenging the status-quo of banks – it becomes vital that one remains in touch with the latest happenings in this space.

Also, at a time when cryptocurrencies and blockchain are the talks of the fintech town, there are no reasons to not explore new opportunities in this space.

But how to do that?

Well, one quick and refreshing way to stay updated is by meeting like-minded people from the same as well as different verticals in fintech conferences and events.

But finding a good event that would be valuable for your time and money can be a hassle.

That is where CoinSutra comes to your rescue, as we have curated a list of notable fintech events for you to attend in 2018.

Fintech Conferences Worth Attending: Financial Technology Conferences

#1.Finovate Spring

Finovate Spring

  • When: May 8-11, 2018
  • Where: Santa Clara, CA
  • Registration: Book Now

The specialty of this event is that it doesn't beat around the bush.

They don't waste your time as Finovate is curated, fast-paced, and gets straight to the point. And they've been delivering value for over 10 years.

It is the fastest and most effective way to stay ahead on the fintech innovation with more than 1400+ attendees, 70+ companies, 120+ expert speakers coming together to see, learn and share cutting-edge banking, financial and payments technology in a unique, short-form, demo format.

Whether you are a banker, regulator, venture capitalist, entrepreneur or a media person, Finovate has have you covered and there is something in this event for everyone.

#2. Benzinga Global Fintech Awards

Benzinga Global Fintech Awards

  • When: May 15-16, 2018
  • Where: New York City
  • Registration: Book Now

The BZ Awards is a competition to showcase the companies with the most impressive technology, that are paving the future in financial services and capital markets!

So it doesn't matter whether you are a fintech nerd, innovator or a financial consultant or a thought leader, the conference is for you to showcase your unique way of challenging the most obvious friction point of the fintech industry.

#3. Fintech World Forum

Benzinga Global Fintech Awards

  • When: May 30-31, 2018
  • Where: London, UK
  • Registration: Book Now

In today's times, it has become almost impossible to talk about fintech with mentioning the name of blockchain and cryptocurrencies. And that's what this event is all about.

This conference has a broad agenda and some of the things that you will see here would be: future of fintech and private banking with blockchain, the role of cryptocurrencies in fintech business model, and why cryptocurrencies and blockchain are the main players in the fintech revolution.

Also, not to forget the incomparable networking opportunities that you will get here by sharing the same stage with industry leaders and thought personnel of this space.

#4. Money 20/20 Europe

Money 20/20 Europe

  • When: June 4-6, 2018
  • Where:
  • Registration: Book Now

Money 20/20 Europe is the perfect stage to discuss a variety of things – from payments to open banking and AI technology to the lending, credit & DLT. Also, how we can forget to discuss the regulatory scenario around the world.

With over 5000 attendees from more than 2000 companies and 80 countries, representing every sector of the payments, FinTech, and financial services ecosystem, Money20/20 brings together the faces of the industry that is building the future.

The focal point will be on payments wherein the endeavor is to learn and share the new ways to spend, manage, save, borrow, share and protect money.

#5 MoneyConf

MoneyConf

  • When: June 11 – 13, 2018
  • Where: Dublin, Ireland
  • Registration: Book Now

MoneyConf is a modern-day fintech conference where thought leaders gather to discuss the future of money. And believe me, the future of money can't be discussed without mentioning cryptocurrencies and blockchain.

Every year since 2015, the world's leading bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and fintech experts have gathered at MoneyConf. What you can expect is over two days of the extravaganza with 5,000 attendees from over 60 countries who will network and learn from the industry's leading lights. Also, expect insightful keynotes, hands-on workshops, and incredible evening networking.

#6 RegTech Summit APAC

RegTech Summit APAC

  • When: June 13, 2018
  • Where: Singapore (Exact Venue Yet To Be Announced)

With the advent of blockchain and ICOs, many new avenues of doing disruptive and innovative businesses have opened. But this disruption and innovation have its cost, the cost of getting mislead by such blockchain based ICOs and start-ups.

This new tech which is rapidly engulfing fintech gives birth to a new headache of inability to regulate, control or verify many illegitimate things.

That is why this conference is very important for those who want to learn about regulatory topics with a fintech flavor surrounding blockchain and distributed ledger technologies.

#7 London Fintech Week

London Fintech Week

  • When: July 6 – 13, 2018
  • Where: QEII Centre, Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London, UK
  • Registration: Book Now

This is a week-long extravaganza on fintech that aims to unite the world of Fintech in the world's financial capital to enhance the dialog between established multi-nationals, innovation firms, disruptive start-ups, governments, media, and investors.

The event calls forth top minds and speakers from all over the world from different countries, who are fintech industry leaders, to share their knowledge with the community.

You can expect an engaging event with a series of conferences, exhibitions, workshops, hackathons, meetups, and parties. With a focus on a different topic every day, it also ensures that there is plenty of time for networking and meeting other innovators.

#8. M2Banking & Fintech Latam

M2Banking & Fintech Latam

  • When: July 17 – 19, 2018
  • Where: San Francisco, US
  • Registration: Book Now

This event is slightly different from large conferences and aims at stimulating a private forum with an exclusive atmosphere where leading Fintech industry experts provide strategic insights and content in a frank, intense and actionable manner.

But the focus will be on US Hispanic and Latam region to expand business in the Latin American region.

The three-day gathering also gives attendees an opportunity to visit private Silicon Valley companies like Google, Apple, Plug & Play, Paypal etc.

Overall, you can expect a good C-level networking here as well as explore new business opportunities in the Latam region for yourself.

#9. New York Fintech Week

New York Fintech Week

  • When: July 31 – August 2, 2018
  • Where: New York, US
  • Registration: Book Now

Fintech Worldwide is bringing multi-day conference/exhibition/workshop/meetup concept to New York. Fintech Worldwide prides itself on bringing together the Fintech ecosystem, including investors, large banks, consultancies, start-ups, academics, government, and innovators.

The agenda is to discuss regulatory updates on the blockchain, ICOs, blockchain beyond financial services, and blockchain & crypto bubble or beginning.

If you are someone who is interested in the blockchain, ICOs or cryptocurrencies or even networking with thought leaders, this event is for you.

Best Fintech Events 2018

Note: I have collected this list of events and conferences from their official websites. These conferences and events are not meant to be in any way investment advice or even speculations. The sole purpose of such events is marketing, networking, and education. If you make any investment after attending such events, please do it at your own risk, and always do your due diligence.

Now your turn: Let us know which event(s) you are planning on attending. Do you know of some other events and conferences that we can add to this list? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments!

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