Showcase Your Fintech Innovations at EBAday 2026
If you’re a fintech startup eager to demonstrate your groundbreaking ideas to top payments and transaction banking leaders in Europe, the Fintech Zone at EBAday 2026 is your perfect opportunity. Applications are officially open, and this is your chance to shine.
What is EBAday?
EBAday, organized by the Euro Banking Association and Finextra, stands as Europe’s foremost payments conference. It gathers industry veterans from various sectors within the financial services ecosystem. This two-day event not only facilitates high-level discussions but also provides a dedicated Fintech Zone where selected startups can present their innovative products and proofs of concept to expert judges and influential banking executives.
Benefits of Applying to the Fintech Zone
Why should your fintech startup apply to the Fintech Zone? Here are a few compelling reasons:
- Gain unparalleled exposure to decision-makers from the largest European banks and financial institutions.
- Engage in live pitch opportunities in front of a high-profile audience.
- Network with potential partners, investors, and collaborators who could help scale your business.
- Receive media coverage and visibility through Finextra and EBAday channels.
- Have the chance to be crowned the Fintech Zone Winner, a title that offers significant prestige and momentum.
Looking Back: Highlights from EBAday 2025
Last year’s Fintech Zone, held at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, marked its 20th anniversary with a record-breaking 70 applications from eight countries, including the United States and New Zealand. From this competitive pool, 16 remarkable startups were chosen to showcase their cutting-edge solutions covering areas such as identity, compliance, payments, and AI.
The standout winner of EBAday 2025, Autological, impressed the judges with its modular, no-code integration workflows that seamless integrate digital IDs and identity wallets into existing KYC/AML infrastructures, effectively eliminating manual checks and mitigating fraud risks.
Could Your Startup Be Next?
Is your fintech company pioneering solutions that foster innovation and transformation in financial services? If you are working on challenges like digital identity, integrated finance, ESG data, cross-border payments, or AI-driven compliance, the Fintech Zone is the perfect platform for you.
Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your vision and get valuable feedback at the heart of European fintech. Apply now and prepare to take center stage at EBAday 2026 by submitting your application here.