Since 2019, IFW has been the region’s leading fintech event, bringing together global experts and industry leaders to fuel innovation and strengthen the fintech ecosystem.
Explore groundbreaking ideas, connect with decision-makers, and stay ahead in the world of fintech.
Now, in its highly anticipated sixth edition, IFW will host two flagship industry summits— the Web3 Summit and the Digital Finance Summit—along with four specialized summits: AI in Finance, TradeTech, Fintech for Businesses, and Women in Fintech. Over two dynamic days, attendees can engage in curated breakout sessions, exclusive C-Suite Round Table discussions, startup pitches, country-specific sessions, and tailored B2B meetings. By bringing together global experts and industry leaders, IFW continues to fuel innovation and strengthen the region’s thriving fintech ecosystem.
Buy TicketsIstanbul Fintech Week has become a unique platform, bringing together the leading figures of finance and technology. From global financial giants to innovative fintech startups, numerous valuable participants have shared their knowledge and expertise with us. Through these collaborations, the future of financial solutions and technological advancements continues to take shape.
Exploring emerging trends and unconventional approaches in AI-powered financial solutions.
How decentralized finance (DeFi) is evolving beyond its experimental phase to become a mainstream financial system.
A leading expert shares insights on the evolving landscape of Web3 and its impact on the financial sector.
Exploring emerging trends and unconventional approaches in AI-powered financial solutions.
How decentralized finance (DeFi) is evolving beyond its experimental phase to become a mainstream financial system.
A leading expert shares insights on the evolving landscape of Web3 and its impact on the financial sector.
Exploring Türkiye's role in the global crypto economy and its potential as a key player in digital asset innovation.
Understanding how tokenization is transforming real-world assets into digital and tradeable forms.
Examining the convergence of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, and its implications for the future.
Leading financial institutions share their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of Web3 adoption.
A high-level discussion on how decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 will coexist with traditional financial systems and what strategies institutions are adopting.
Reimagining financial services through AI-driven innovation, new business models, and evolving consumer needs.
How emerging technologies are reshaping trading platforms, from electronic trading systems to cloud-based solutions that enhance market access and execution speed.
A strategic conversation on how institutions are navigating the evolving digital asset space, regulatory shifts, and adoption strategies.
How the financial industry can implement AI while ensuring ethical considerations and regulatory compliance.
Analyzing the regulatory landscape shaping the future of crypto and blockchain adoption.
The role of blockchain in improving trade execution, settlement efficiency, and transparency in financial markets. How decentralized finance (DeFi) is impacting traditional trading models.
Balancing rapid AI evolution with the need for structured and effective implementation in financial services.
What are the key drivers and barriers to widespread cryptocurrency adoption across industries?
Leveraging artificial intelligence and algorithmic trading to optimize market-making, predictive analytics, and automated trade execution.
How environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors are influencing algorithmic trading strategies, portfolio management, and market behaviors.
Exploring the challenges and innovations in cross-border trading, from high-frequency trading (HFT) strategies to digital settlement solutions and real-time global market access.
What innovations are driving the next generation of trading platforms, from AI-powered interfaces to decentralized and hybrid trading ecosystems?
What will digital banking look like in the near future, and how can institutions prepare for these changes?
Is the payments industry reaching its peak, or is there still room for further innovation and disruption?
A reflection on past financial innovations and insights into what lies ahead.
Exploring the next frontier of service-based financial models and their impact on businesses.
How financial leaders are leveraging AI for efficiency, decision-making, and customer engagement while managing compliance and ethical concerns.
Addressing the scarcity of AI talent, computational power, and fragmented resources in finance.
A discussion with female leaders on their journey in fintech, the challenges they’ve faced, and how they are driving innovation in the industry.
Examining the evolving regulatory landscape and its impact on global money transfers.
This panel will explore how fintech solutions are revolutionizing agricultural financing and improving supply chain efficiency. Discussions will cover the role of digital payments, insurtech, and blockchain in agribusiness, as well as how financial inclusion for smallholder farmers can be enhanced.
How once-disruptive fintech startups are maturing into established industry players.
Uncovering how financial services are seamlessly woven into digital experiences and what’s next for the future of finance.
Where should financial institutions place their AI investments for maximum impact?
How fostering diversity in fintech benefits the industry and how financial literacy and access to funding can empower more women entrepreneurs.
A deep dive into real-time payments, embedded finance, and cross-border innovations shaping the future of commerce.
This panel will examine how fintech is transforming the retail industry by enhancing customer experience and streamlining payment processes. Topics include Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), digital wallets, embedded finance, and the impact of AI and data analytics on retail financial services.
A look at the key trends shaping the next decade of digital financial services.
Celebrating the leaders and innovators pushing the boundaries of digital finance.
Now, in its highly anticipated sixth edition, IFW will host two flagship industry summits— the Web3 Summit and the Digital Finance Summit—along with four specialized summits: AI in Finance, TradeTech, Fintech for Businesses, and Women in Fintech. Over two dynamic days, attendees can engage in curated breakout sessions, exclusive C-Suite Round Table discussions, startup pitches, country-specific sessions, and tailored B2B meetings. By bringing together global experts and industry leaders, IFW continues to fuel innovation and strengthen the region’s thriving fintech ecosystem.
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WEB 3 SummitIstanbul Fintech Week has become a unique platform, bringing together the leading figures of finance and technology. From global financial giants to innovative fintech startups, numerous valuable participants have shared their knowledge and expertise with us. Through these collaborations, the future of financial solutions and technological advancements continues to take shape.
#IFW2025
REDEFINING
THE FUTURE OF FINANCE
WITH AI AND WEB3
6-7 May 2025
FISEKHANE | ISTANBUL
Since 2019, IFW has been the region’s leading fintech event, bringing together global experts and industry leaders to fuel innovation and strengthen the fintech ecosystem.
Explore groundbreaking ideas, connect with decision-makers, and stay ahead in the world of fintech.
Exploring emerging trends and unconventional approaches in AI-powered financial solutions.
How decentralized finance (DeFi) is evolving beyond its experimental phase to become a mainstream financial system.
A leading expert shares insights on the evolving landscape of Web3 and its impact on the financial sector.
Exploring emerging trends and unconventional approaches in AI-powered financial solutions.
How decentralized finance (DeFi) is evolving beyond its experimental phase to become a mainstream financial system.
A leading expert shares insights on the evolving landscape of Web3 and its impact on the financial sector.
Exploring Türkiye's role in the global crypto economy and its potential as a key player in digital asset innovation.
Understanding how tokenization is transforming real-world assets into digital and tradeable forms.
Examining the convergence of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, and its implications for the future.
Leading financial institutions share their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of Web3 adoption.
A high-level discussion on how decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 will coexist with traditional financial systems and what strategies institutions are adopting.
Reimagining financial services through AI-driven innovation, new business models, and evolving consumer needs.
How emerging technologies are reshaping trading platforms, from electronic trading systems to cloud-based solutions that enhance market access and execution speed.
A strategic conversation on how institutions are navigating the evolving digital asset space, regulatory shifts, and adoption strategies.
How the financial industry can implement AI while ensuring ethical considerations and regulatory compliance.
Analyzing the regulatory landscape shaping the future of crypto and blockchain adoption.
The role of blockchain in improving trade execution, settlement efficiency, and transparency in financial markets. How decentralized finance (DeFi) is impacting traditional trading models.
Balancing rapid AI evolution with the need for structured and effective implementation in financial services.
What are the key drivers and barriers to widespread cryptocurrency adoption across industries?
Leveraging artificial intelligence and algorithmic trading to optimize market-making, predictive analytics, and automated trade execution.
How environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors are influencing algorithmic trading strategies, portfolio management, and market behaviors.
Exploring the challenges and innovations in cross-border trading, from high-frequency trading (HFT) strategies to digital settlement solutions and real-time global market access.
What innovations are driving the next generation of trading platforms, from AI-powered interfaces to decentralized and hybrid trading ecosystems?
What will digital banking look like in the near future, and how can institutions prepare for these changes?
Is the payments industry reaching its peak, or is there still room for further innovation and disruption?
A reflection on past financial innovations and insights into what lies ahead.
Exploring the next frontier of service-based financial models and their impact on businesses.
How financial leaders are leveraging AI for efficiency, decision-making, and customer engagement while managing compliance and ethical concerns.
Addressing the scarcity of AI talent, computational power, and fragmented resources in finance.
A discussion with female leaders on their journey in fintech, the challenges they’ve faced, and how they are driving innovation in the industry.
Examining the evolving regulatory landscape and its impact on global money transfers.
This panel will explore how fintech solutions are revolutionizing agricultural financing and improving supply chain efficiency. Discussions will cover the role of digital payments, insurtech, and blockchain in agribusiness, as well as how financial inclusion for smallholder farmers can be enhanced.
How once-disruptive fintech startups are maturing into established industry players.
Uncovering how financial services are seamlessly woven into digital experiences and what’s next for the future of finance.
Where should financial institutions place their AI investments for maximum impact?
How fostering diversity in fintech benefits the industry and how financial literacy and access to funding can empower more women entrepreneurs.
A deep dive into real-time payments, embedded finance, and cross-border innovations shaping the future of commerce.
This panel will examine how fintech is transforming the retail industry by enhancing customer experience and streamlining payment processes. Topics include Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), digital wallets, embedded finance, and the impact of AI and data analytics on retail financial services.
A look at the key trends shaping the next decade of digital financial services.
Celebrating the leaders and innovators pushing the boundaries of digital finance.