FinovateEurope

FinovateEurope 2026 is the premier fintech event, bringing together over 1,000 industry leaders for 30+ live demos, expert panels, and dynamic networking sessions that shape the future of financial technology. Explore cutting-edge themes like AI, open banking, and embedded finance, and connect with innovators driving digital transformation. Designed for decision-makers seeking actionable insights and strategic partnerships, this fast-paced event ensures you stay ahead in an ever-evolving fintech landscape.

Session title: Executive Briefing: From Embedded Finance To Platform Banking – How Can Banks Capture This Huge Opportunity, Create A Robust API Strategy & Defend Against Super Apps & Ecosystem Threats?

Session description: Banks face a pivotal moment as embedded finance opens opportunities across payments, lending, insurance and investments. This panel session examines how banks can expand distribution at low cost while avoiding commoditisation risks from losing direct customer relationships. With nonbank challengers and super apps offering integrated experiences, incumbents must craft robust API strategies and partnerships to innovate, defend market share and stay competitive in an evolving ecosystem.

Date and time of the Euromonitor session: 11 February 2026, 11:30–12:10 GMT

Name and title of Euromonitor speaker: Farhat Hanif, Research Manager