Bangkok Series

Unlocking Growth and Intelligence in the Banks of Tomorrow

Overview

The 1st Edition of BankTech Asia 2026: Bangkok Series arrives as Thailand’s financial sector accelerates into a digital-first era defined by AI, open banking, and a heightened demand for cybersecurity. Centered on the theme “Unlocking Growth and Intelligence in the Banks of Tomorrow,” this premier gathering brings together regulators, leaders, and innovators to explore how digital intelligence can fortify resilience and scale customer-centric innovation. By harmonizing rapid technology adoption with a focus on talent and financial inclusion, the summit provides the strategic roadmap necessary to build a smarter, more inclusive, and competitive financial future for Thailand. 

Registration

08.00 AM - 09.30 AM

1st Edition of BankTech Asia 2026: Bangkok Series

Opening Remarks

09.30 AM - 09.40 AM

Opening Remarks

Speaker

Selva Nagappan

Organising Chairman of BankTech Asia 2026 Bangkok Series

Keynote Address

09.40 AM - 10.00 AM

Digital DNA: Powering the Next Generation of Banks

  • Explore how AI, cloud, and data are becoming the core “digital DNA” driving smarter, faster, and more adaptive banking ecosystems.
  • Discover how technology-led innovation is shaping the next generation of banks to be intelligent, inclusive, and built for a connected world.

Panel Discussion

10.00 AM - 10.40 AM

Smart, Seamless and Connected: Elevating Customer Banking Experience

  • Explore how AI, data, and digital tools are creating seamless, personalised, and intuitive banking experiences.
  • Discover strategies to transform every customer interaction into a connected, smart, and engaging journey.

Presentation

10.40 AM - 11.00 AM

Banking Unbound: Open Banking as the Catalyst for Growth

  • Unlock new growth opportunities by leveraging open banking and API-driven financial ecosystems.
  • Accelerate customer engagement through a smarter, connected banking journey.

Panel Discussion

11.00 AM - 11.40 AM

Redefining Talent: Bridging the Skills Gap in the Era of Intelligent Banking

  • Learn how the banking industry can close critical skill gaps to thrive in an era of AI-driven innovation.
  • Empower the next-generation workforce with digital capabilities that redefine competitiveness and growth in intelligent banking.

Fireside Chat

11.40 AM - 12.10 PM

Fortifying Finance: Safeguarding Thailand’s Banks in the Digital Age

  • Uncover strategies to defend banks against evolving cyber threats in a rapidly digitalising landscape.
  • Harness AI, cloud, and advanced security frameworks to strengthen Thailand’s banking ecosystem.

Break

12.10 PM - 02.30 PM

Working Luncheon

Unique Format

12.10 PM - 04.00 PM

One-to-One Meetings

A platform connecting sponsors and delegates through pre-arranged sessions. 

Product Demo

Sponsors showcase innovations, giving delegates firsthand insights into their technologies. 

RoundTable Discussion

Interactive forum for delegates and sponsors to exchange industry insights.

End

04.00 PM - 05.00 PM

Networking Drinks and End of 1st Edition of BankTech Asia 2026: Bangkok Series

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