Terry KS Money20/20 Asia 2026 concluded in Bangkok with record attendance and strong deal-making momentum across the fintech ecosystem. Key themes included AI, digital assets and cross-border payments, reflecting Asia’s growing influence in global financial innovation.
THAILAND, 28 APRIL 2026 – Money20/20 Asia 2026 concluded three days of high-impact discussions, networking and deal-making from April 21 to 23 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, reinforcing its position as a leading fintech gathering in the region.
The event welcomed over 4,500 attendees, marking a 40% increase in its third year. More than 360 speakers delivered over 100 hours of content across four stages, while the exhibition floor hosted participants from 90 countries. Companies reported a surge in commercial activity, with hundreds of partnership meetings, product demonstrations and investor discussions driving tangible deal flow throughout the event.
According to Danny Levy, Executive Vice President and Managing Director for Asia and the Middle East, the event continues to position itself as a platform where meaningful business outcomes are formed through high-quality interactions and curated participation.
Key themes dominating this year’s agenda included artificial intelligence, cross-border payments, digital banking and the rapid rise of digital assets such as stablecoins, tokenisation and central bank digital currencies. Industry leaders explored topics ranging from trust in banking and invisible finance to intelligent infrastructure and ASEAN’s sustainability transition.
Daranee Saeju, Assistant Governor of the Bank of Thailand, highlighted the importance of building financial systems that prioritise human-centric innovation and trust within digital ecosystems.
Among the standout sessions, discussions on the future of banking in Asia examined how AI-driven intelligence and modern infrastructure are reshaping resilience and trust. Kattiya Indaravijaya of KASIKORNBANK noted that evolving uncertainties are transforming how financial institutions operate and deliver services.
The evolution of digital assets also took centre stage, with industry players exploring the emergence of blockchain-based payment rails and stablecoins in enabling faster, more efficient cross-border transactions. Sessions on international expansion further highlighted how major players are building interoperable, multi-rail payment systems to support global growth.
The event saw participation from leading global and regional financial institutions, including Standard Chartered, Deutsche Bank, J.P. Morgan, Citi and DBS Bank, reflecting strong institutional engagement in Asia’s fintech transformation.
New research presented by FXC Intelligence and Money20/20 highlighted Asia’s rapid growth in cross-border payments, driven by increasing interoperability and technological convergence. The event also marked the launch of a new publication exploring the intersection between traditional finance and decentralised finance.
Startup innovation remained a key focus, with emerging companies including Boost Capital, TrustPlus AI, Continuum, Eazy Digital and zkMe gaining visibility through pitch sessions and investor engagement platforms. The Startup and Investor Park further connected founders with global investors, offering pathways to scale across Asia’s fast-growing fintech markets.
Policy discussions under the Policy20 programme brought together over 80 policymakers, regulators and industry leaders to address the growing importance of sovereign intelligence in global finance. Key priorities included aligning regional values with global standards, building interoperable cross-border systems and advancing AI-driven governance.
Following a successful third edition, Money20/20 has confirmed that the Asia event will return to Bangkok in April 2027.