FDATA 2026 Global Open Finance Summit

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The Financial Data and Technology Association (FDATA) Global Open Finance Summit is the premier gathering of stakeholders advancing consumer-permissioned financial data rights and open finance implementation across the globe, including the emerging role of agentic AI in financial services and data-driven decision-making.A high-touch, policy-focused forum, the Summit brings together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, fintech leaders, and consumer advocates to explore the implementation of open finance and open data frameworks around the world.Join FDATA to hear from market leaders and policymakers designing, building, and implementing open finance and open data regimes, and to meet with the thought leaders driving the future of finance.Agenda7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Networking Breakfast (Sponsored by Plaid)8:30 a.m. – 8:35 a.m.Welcome RemarksSteve Boms, Executive Director, FDATA8:35 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.Fireside Chat with Anne Butler, Bank of Canada, on Consumer-Driven Banking in CanadaA discussion on Canada's implementation of consumer-driven banking, lessons learned, and the path toward a secure and innovative open finance ecosystem.Speaker: Anne Butler, Bank of CanadaModerator: Debbie Gamble, Interac9:20 a.m. – 10:05 a.m.Panel: From Open Finance to Open DataAs governments look beyond financial services, this session explores how open finance principles are informing broader data portability initiatives across sectors.Moderator: Tal Schwartz, North Exit VenturesPanelists:10:05 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.Networking Break (Sponsored by Inverite)10:20 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.Panel: Know Your AgentAs AI agents begin acting on behalf of consumers, experts discuss identity, authentication, authorization, trust, and governance in the next generation of financial services.Moderator: Eyal Sivan, Mr. Open Banking PodcastPanelists:11:05 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Panel: A View from Financial InstitutionsFinancial institutions discuss implementation priorities, opportunities, and challenges as open finance moves from policy development to execution.Moderator: Alex Johnson, Fintech TakesPanelists:11:50 a.m. – 12:50 p.m.Lunch Keynote and Moderated Q&A (Sponsored by Interac)Keynote: Sam Seaton, Co-Chair, UK Smart Data CouncilFollowing the keynote, Claire Brownell will moderate a live Q&A exploring the evolution of smart data, consumer-permissioned data, and the future of open finance.12:50 p.m. – 1:35 p.m.Fireside Chat: The State of Open Finance Across the United StatesAn update on state-level open finance initiatives and what they mean for consumers, regulators, and industry.Speaker: Kaitlin Asrow, New York State Department of Financial ServicesModerator: Steve Boms1:35 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.Panel: Artificial Intelligence and Write Access in the Age of Open FinanceIndustry and government leaders examine the policy and technical considerations surrounding AI-powered financial services, write access, consumer protection, and governance.Moderator: Dan Murphy, Sunset Park AdvisoryPanelists:2:20 p.m. – 2:35 p.m.Networking Break2:35 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.Panel: Global PerspectivesA global discussion featuring policymakers and industry leaders sharing implementation experiences and lessons from North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond.Moderator: Adam Cox, Open Banking ExpoPanelists:3:20 p.m. – 4:05 p.m.Panel: The Evolving Global Payments LandscapeLeaders from payments, banking, and fintech examine how open finance is reshaping payments infrastructure, innovation, and customer experiences around the world.Moderator: Ryan Grundy, Payments CanadaPanelists:AccommodationsFDATA has secured a group rate at The Sutton Place Hotel for booking before August 17, 2026, or until rooms sell out. Book your room here.Be part of shaping this year's Summit. We offer a range of sponsorships that will highlight your company's role in shaping the future of open finance and open data before a hugely influential audience.With thanks to our sponsors:Gold Sponsors:Silver Sponsors:Supporting Sponsor:Additional thanks to our partners:Let’s connect! Do you have questions? Reach out to [email protected].