Fintech Data Horizons Summit to spotlight real-world impact of open banking and data innovation
FinTech Australia has announced the inaugural Fintech Data Horizons Summit, a one-day event to be held on Friday 8 May 2026 at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour.
Following the success of FinTech Australia’s CDR Summit and FinTech for Net Zero, this new summit will bring together leaders across banking, energy, housing and payments to explore how open banking and data are reshaping everyday financial life. It builds on FinTech Australia’s previous CDR Summit and Fintech for Net Zero events, reflecting the impact of the fintech data landscape and maturity of the Consumer Data Right.
More than one million Australians are now using open banking products and services, with data being shared hundreds of millions of times a year. This points to a clear shift from experimentation to everyday use.
The summit will centre on four key themes: Open Banking and Open Data, Sustainability and Green Fintech, Housing and Cost of Living, and Financial Wellness and Financial Crime. Each theme will be explored through practical, real-world case studies rather than high-level theory.
“We’re bringing Australia’s open banking and data community together to discuss what's working in the real world, and set the agenda for Open Banking’s exponential growth in Australia,” Rehan D’Almeida, CEO of FinTech Australia said.
“We’re moving beyond theory and policy debates to look closely at how open banking is already changing the way people manage money, access credit and navigate cost-of-living pressures, and how businesses are using data to compete and innovate responsibly. We’re also weaving in the themes discussed in our FinTech for Net Zero event, which are closely aligned to the growth of Open Banking”
“Our work mapping the Australian open banking landscape and tracking Consumer Data Right adoption shows a system that is finally starting to scale, but also one that needs careful oversight and collaboration to reach its full potential,” D’Almeida added.
“Fintechs, banks, energy retailers, regulators and consumer advocates all have a role to play. Fintech Data Horizons is where those conversations come together, backed by real customer outcomes, solid data and lessons from live projects across energy, housing, sustainability and financial crime prevention.”
This year’s program will feature senior leaders from across the sector, including:
Andrew Charlton MP, Assistant Minister for Science, Technology and the Digital Economy
Aaron Violi MP, Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy
Simon Kennedy MP, Shadow Assistant Minister for Finance
Andrew Bragg MP, Shadow Minister for Environment
Scott Farrell, Chair for Digital ID and Consumer Data Right (CDR)
Dr Ian Oppermann, Commissioner, Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
Registrations for the Fintech Data Horizons Summit 2026 are now open. For more information and to secure a ticket, visit fintechdatahorizonssummit.com.au.
About FinTech Australia
FinTech Australia is the not-for-profit peak industry body for the Australian fintech sector, representing over 400 fintech companies and startups across the nation. FinTech Australia’s vision is to make Australia the leading market for fintech innovation and investment by working with both sides of government, industry and the Australian fintech community to create a supportive environment and partner ecosystem in Australia and abroad.
