Crypto-Ready: Navigating MoneyLIVE North America 2026
About the Event & Organizer
MoneyLIVE North America 2026 is slated to take place on September 14–15 in Chicago, bringing together over 800 senior banking and payments professionals from across the U.S. and Canada. The conference is uniquely “designed by banks, for banks,” promising high-impact networking, curated 1-to-1 meetings, panel discussions, and debates aimed at helping financial institutions and solution providers stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. Over the two days, attendees can expect a forward-looking agenda tackling pressing topics like fraud automation, omnichannel customer experience, lending and risk strategy, cognitive banking, and embedded finance. Leading speakers—such as Jo Jagadish of TD Bank—will share insights on bridging gaps in digital transformation and driving operational efficiency through AI and automation. With its mix of senior decision makers, solution providers, and thematic focus areas, the event offers a rich environment for partnership building, knowledge exchange, and shaping the future of banking in North America.
The event is organized by MoneyLIVE, part of MarketforceLive — a company with more than 30 years of experience hosting global events for the banking and payments world.
For 2026, here’s what you can expect:
Attendees: About 800+ banking and fintech leaders
Speakers: 100+ top experts and innovators
Exhibitors: Fintech, regtech, and blockchain companies
Media: Financial and technology media partners
MoneyLIVE events focus on sharing new ideas, making connections, and exploring what’s next in banking, payments, and Digital Finance.
About Speakers, KOLs & Founders
MoneyLIVE events feature top voices from across the industry — bank leaders, fintech founders, crypto experts, and tech innovators.
Speakers at past events have included: Dontá Wilson – Truist, Linda Tai – M&T Bank, Ignacio Sarquis – Santander, Kristin Milchanowski – Bank of Montreal, and Sean Murray – Barclays
They were joined by leaders from HSBC, Bank of America, Citizens Bank, Raisin, Atomic, and U.S. Bank.
For 2026, expect high-level speakers such as:
Senior executives from major banks and fintechs
Founders in crypto, DeFi, tokenization, and AI
Regulators and policymakers
Industry experts in digital banking, payments, and blockchain
About Sponsors & Exhibitors
Sponsors and exhibitors at MoneyLIVE are key players in the fintech and financial world.
You’ll find: Headline Sponsors: Global banks, payment networks, and tech giants, Gold / Silver Sponsors: Fintech, regtech, and AI solution providers, and Media Partners: Finance and blockchain publications
Exhibitors often showcase: Banking and payments technology, Open banking APIs and integration tools, Fraud prevention and cybersecurity, Crypto and Blockchain Innovations, and Cloud, AI, and analytics solutions
This setup gives brands a great chance to meet top decision-makers, show off new products, and build new partnerships.
Why Attend MoneyLIVE North America 2026
Here’s why this event is worth attending:
Learn from Industry Leaders: Hear real stories and insights about banking, payments, crypto, and digital finance.
Meet Key People: Network with hundreds of top executives, founders, and investors in person.
Connect Banking & Crypto: See how crypto, tokenization, and blockchain are being used in real banking systems.
Discover New Solutions: Explore products and platforms that make payments faster, safer, and smarter.
Stay Ahead of Trends: Learn about AI, open banking, CBDCs, and real-time payments shaping the future of finance.
Boost Your Brand: Speak, sponsor, or exhibit to stand out in front of a powerful audience.
Get Real Results: Enjoy matchmaking sessions, roundtables, and practical takeaways you can use right away.
What to Watch For in 2026
MoneyLIVE North America 2026 will cover many key topics, including:
Crypto & Tokenization: How banks use blockchain, stablecoins, and digital assets
Real-Time Payments: The rise of instant money movement through new rails like FedNow
AI in Banking: Smarter fraud detection, analytics, and automation
Embedded Finance: Banking inside everyday apps
Open Banking & APIs: Secure data sharing between banks and fintechs
Fraud & Security: Protecting users from digital and crypto scams
Regulation & Compliance: New laws shaping digital finance
Partnerships & Case Studies: Real examples of fintech and bank collaboration
MoneyLIVE is not just another conference — it’s a networking and learning hub where the worlds of banking, fintech, and crypto come together.
