Fintechs and Banks: Shaping the Future of Financial Services Together

Luxat on March 11, 2026, had the pleasure of hosting an insightful event dedicated to the evolving relationship between fintech companies and traditional banks. The evening brought together industry professionals, innovators, and business leaders to explore how collaboration, regulation, and emerging technologies are reshaping the financial services landscape.

Moderated by Jim Kent, the panel featured a group of distinguished experts who shared their perspectives and experiences from across the sector:

• Jonathan Prince, Co-Founder of Finologee
• Nadia Manzari, Tech Law Attorney at MANZARI Legal
• Pedro Cardona-Vilaplana, Executive Director of Banking at atmira
• Serge Munten, Business Transformation Leader at Spuerkeess

The discussion highlighted how the financial ecosystem is increasingly built on partnerships between fintech innovators and established banking institutions.

Key insights from the discussion:

·      Collaboration as the new standard
The relationship between fintechs and banks has evolved significantly in recent years. Rather than competing, both sides are increasingly working together to combine agility, innovation, and established financial expertise.

·      Regulation as a driver of trust
Regulation remains a fundamental pillar of financial services. While it can sometimes slow down innovation, it also ensures stability and trust in the system. Panelists emphasized the importance of regulatory frameworks evolving alongside technological progress.

·      Customer expectations accelerating transformation
Today’s customers expect seamless, digital-first experiences. These rising expectations are pushing financial institutions to rethink their services, invest in new technologies, and accelerate their digital transformation strategies.

·      The growing impact of AI and emerging technologies
Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are expected to play a major role in shaping the future of financial services, enabling smarter processes, enhanced customer experiences, and new business models.

The event gathered a full venue of professionals and industry leaders, creating a dynamic environment for exchange and networking. We would like to thank everyone who joined and contributed to the engaging discussions throughout the evening.

Special thanks also go to our sponsors, atmira and iconnect, for their support in making the event possible.

Last but not least, cheers to Claudia Callegari DipWSET for giving our guests the opportunity to taste some of the best Italian wines from Tuscany

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