Empowering the Future of Banking: Innovation, Transformation, and Growth
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | November 4, 2025
The International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is excited to announce the 22nd Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025. This significant event will occur on November 4, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center.
This year’s theme, “Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation, Transformation, and Growth,” focuses on bringing together key players in the financial sector. Senior banking leaders, fintech innovators, regulators, and technology experts will meet to drive the transformation of Saudi Arabia’s financial services, aligning with the nation’s Vision 2030 goals.
With an astounding over USD 20 billion invested in fintech and digital payments, and with 57% of transactions happening without cash, Saudi Arabia is on track to achieve its goal of 70% digital transactions by 2025. The Connected Banking Summit aims to be a leading platform for strategic discussions, networking, and collaborative efforts for the future of banking.
Featured Speakers
- Mr. Mohammed Alsarrani – Deputy Director General of FSDP, Ministry of Finance – Saudi Arabia
- Soha Hussein Aboul Farag – CEO, Bank of Jordan – KSA
- Nawar Al Khunizi – Managing Director, First Abu Dhabi Bank – KSA
- Dhary Alshammry – Group Chief Internal Auditor, Al Rajhi Bank
Summit Highlights
- Inspiring keynote speeches from prominent banking and finance figures
- Engaging panel discussions on AI in finance, cybersecurity, open banking, digital identity, and enhancing customer experiences
- An Innovation & Excellence Awards Ceremony, honoring outstanding contributions to digital banking and financial inclusion
- Exclusive networking opportunities for executives, regulators, and fintech leaders
Our Valued Sponsors
We are grateful for support from leading organizations driving digital transformation in the Kingdom: Alfa Bank, Zoom, Nintex, Taqniyat. Their partnership reflects a joint commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and technological progress in the financial sector.
Why Attend
- Align with the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP) objectives of Vision 2030
- Engage with key decision-makers influencing policy, finance, and digital infrastructure in Saudi Arabia
- Discover practical applications of AI, real-time payments, digital identity systems, and open finance solutions
Registration & Partnership Opportunities
Join us to be a part of shaping the banking future in Saudi Arabia.
Register now and get involved in this pivotal conversation.
For inquiries, reach out at info@intercsa.com or call +44 20 3808 8625.
Primary Contact: Mohammed Thoufiq
Come and help define the future of banking!
