Over the past years, the Baltic states of Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia have emerged as a vibrant fintech hub, collectively hosting over 670 fintech companies, according to startup media platform Labs of Latvia.
This success has been driven by a combination of a large engineering talent pool, an ambitious and globally-focused mindset, and an open regulatory environment that offers quick EU‑wide licensing and sandbox support.
According to the report, each country has distinct growth patterns and strengths. Estonia leads in digital identity, regtech, and financial software, Lithuania leverages a transparent licensing regime that attracts foreign payment and e‑money institutions, and Latvia benefits from a strong tech talent pool and supportive public policies to grow its fintech ecosystem.
As the Baltics’ fintech industry continues to grow and transition to a more mature, scale-up stage, the region has witnessed a growing number of fintech events being organized, attracting industry leaders from across the globe to explore opportunities and address emerging challenges.
Among the numerous conferences scheduled in the coming months, the following 11 stand out as the most significant gatherings in 2026. These events are set to convene leading decision-makers, regulators, and innovators to shape the future of the sector.
Must-Attend Fintech Events in the Baltics in 2026
Baltic Payment Forum 2026
March 03, 2026
Radisson Blu Lietuva, Vilnius, Lithuania
The Baltic Payment Forum 2026 will take place on March 03, 2026, in Vilnius, bringing together senior leaders from banks, fintech firms, and regulatory bodies across more than thirty countries and three continents.
The conference will focus exclusively on payments, offering participants an in‑depth look at the latest market developments, infrastructure innovations, and regulatory trends shaping digital finance. It will feature thought‑provoking discussions, visionary keynotes, and immersive sessions that explore emerging challenges and opportunities within the payments ecosystem.
The forum promises exclusive access to C‑level decision makers, with roughly 80% of delegates holding executive or senior leadership roles. Participants will gain a comprehensive view of the payments market, benefit from direct regulatory insights, and learn about practical case studies and real‑world implementations.
Confirmed keynote speakers include:
- Januš Kizenevič, Vice‑Minister of the Lithuanian Ministry of Finance;
- Dome Scaffidi, CEO and founder of DS Payments Ltd and member of the Bank of England’s Standard Advisory Panel;
- Evaldas Ruzgys, board member of the Bank of Lithuania;
- Menno Broos, Project Lead for the Digital Euro at De Nederlandsche Bank;
- Marine Krasovska, head of the Fintech Supervision Department at the Bank of Latvia;
- Bo Knoblauch, Visa Direct director for the Nordics and the Baltics; and
- Tobias Tenner, head of the Digital Finance Association of German Banks.
FinNext 2026
March 04, 2026
Fantadroms, Riga, Latvia
The FinNext 2026 will be held on March 04, 2026 at the Fantadroms Conference Centre in Riga, Latvia. Organized by the Bank of Latvia, the forum aims to serve as the premier gathering for the country’s financial community, drawing together representatives from the banking sector, public‑sector leaders, regulators, and international experts to discuss the future of Latvia’s financial system, the accessibility of financial services, sector resilience, and strategic transformation through innovation.
The forum will open with a series of sessions. The Governor of the Bank of Latvia, Martin Kazak, will deliver the opening address, after which Prime Minister Evika Silņa will offer introductory remarks. Deputy Governor Santa Purgaile will then give the formal opening speech. Throughout the morning, a range of panels will examine topics such as the balance of obligations between clients and insurers, and the role of digital operational resilience.
Afternoon sessions will shift focus to capital‑market development, with Liene Dubava, Chair of the Board of Nasdaq Riga, moderating a discussion on whether capital markets can become a pillar of security, and Janus Kizenevič, Deputy Minister of Finance of Lithuania, providing introductory remarks.
Subsequent panels will address strategic resilience beyond compliance, the potential of voluntary pension savings as a cornerstone of financial security, and the emergence of tokenization in Latvia.
Later in the program, Inese Dosė, a sustainability and sustainable‑finance specialist, will lead a session on moving from “green euphoria” to pragmatic business conclusions, while Kristīne Černaja‑Mežmale, a member of the Bank of Latvia’s Council, will discuss digitalization and customer service that balances efficiency with a human touch.
The day will conclude with a forward‑looking panel on future financial systems and the use of biological data, followed by closing remarks from the same deputy governor.
TechChill 2026
March 25-27, 2026
Riga, Latvia
TechChill 2026 will be held on March 25-27, 2026 in Riga, Latvia. Marketed as one of the Baltic region’s largest technology gatherings, the conference is expected to bring together more than 2,300 participants, including over 300 startups, 250 investors, 60 media outlets and 80 speakers.
The central theme for this year’s edition will be scaling, and the program will be organized around five pillars.
First, inspirational stories from founders who have already achieved rapid growth will motivate entrepreneurs in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Second, practical advice will be delivered by specialists who have spent extensive time mastering particular aspects of scaling, ensuring that attendees receive actionable guidance.
Third, a focus on resilience and defense will emphasize the importance of protecting democratic institutions and create a safe operating environment for businesses. Fourth, sessions on artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics illustrate how AI is becoming essential for efficiency, decision‑making and competitive advantage.
Finally, the fintech and venture track will highlight capital raising strategies and technology‑driven growth, positioning fintech as one of the top verticals for scaling.
In addition to keynote talks and masterclasses, TechChill 2026 will provide networking opportunities, including informal meetings in a sauna, and karaoke sessions with investors and lively after‑parties.
UN:BLOCK 2026
April 01-02, 2026
Hanzas Perons, Latvia, Riga
UN:BLOCK 2026 will take place on April 01-02, 2026, also in Riga, Latvia, promising the largest blockchain and fintech conference in Northern Europe. In 2025, the event brought together 1,200+ attendees, 250 companies, and 100 speakers from 40 countries. It featured keynotes, panels, and the exclusive VIP Dinner, with partner-hosted side events driving even more collaboration.
In 2026, the program will be divided into two stages: one dedicated to blockchain, while the other focused on fintech and traditional banking. The event will offer inspiring talks, panels, and VIP experiences exploring crypto regulation, blockchain adoption, and real-world innovation across finance, compliance, payment infrastructure, and emerging Web3 use cases.
This year’s speaker lineup includes Diego Borgo, Executive Partner at Thumbcorp; Julien Furlanetto, CTO at Doors3; and Dr Kirill Osaulenko, Chief Business Development Officer at WunderTrading; alongside other leading voices shaping Europe’s next chapter in blockchain and fintech.
Backed by major ecosystem players, UN:BLOCK 2026 is supported by sponsors including Mastercard, Kraken, Gravity Team, Sorainen, NexDesk, and Walless, helping deliver a high-impact experience that blends thought leadership with curated networking, exclusive dinners, and partner activations.
Baltic Risk and Audit Forum 2026
April 30, 2026
AC Hotel Vilnius, Vilnius, Lithuania
The Baltic Risk and Audit Forum 2026 will take place on April 30, 2026, in Vilnius, Lithuania, bringing together risk managers, internal auditors and senior executives to examine the latest developments shaping risk management and internal audit across the Baltic region.
The event will focus on the evolving internal audit and risk management practices, risk environment, the impact of AI and digital risks, and emerging geopolitical challenges. Discussions will also address the future role of internal auditors and risk managers, and explore how organizations can balance risk and opportunity in the changing world.
The forum will begin with a presentation of the 2026 Risk Report, after which a panel discussion will address whether organizations can simultaneously pursue digital transformation, AI adoption and resilience.
Early afternoon will feature another pending‑topic session from the European Confederation of Institutes of Internal Auditing, followed by a panel on the future of the profession and the transition of internal auditors and risk managers. After a coffee break, a discussion will examine current geopolitical influences on risk, and a fireside chat will consider how to seize opportunities amid uncertainty.
Speakers will include:
- Giedrius Masalskis, Conference Moderator, Head of the LRT Radio Department;
- Marcin Dublaszewski, President of IIA Poland;
- Kārlis Brālītis, Acting Head of Internal Audit, JSC Rīgas siltums;
- Zinaida Tsukrejeva, Risk and Compliance Director, BaltCap AS;
- Jurgita Petrauskienė, Independent Board Member, Board Chair of Vilniaus Vandenys;
- Dr. Donatas Vitkus, Chief Information Security Officer, Ignitis Group;
- Vaida Petkevičienė, Head of Group Risk Management, Ignitis Group AB; and
- Tadas Cilcius, Conference Co-organizer, FERMA Board Member.
AML Tallinn 2026
May 05-06, 2026
Swissôtel Tallinn, Tallinn, Estonia
The AML Tallinn 2026 conference will be held on May 05-06, 2026 at the Swissôtel Tallinn in Estonia. The two‑day Nordic‑Baltic anti-money laundering (AML) and financial crime and tech conference will run under the theme “Navigating the Future of Financial Integrity” and gather regulators, supervisors, practitioners and technology innovators to discuss the evolving landscape crime landscape.
Day 1 will focus on the evolution of the EU AML framework and national implementation, including AMLA’s supervisory role, regulatory priorities and market practice, AI data collection, cross-border intelligence sharing, secondary sanctions policy and practical implications for obliged entities. The discussions will bridge policy, supervision and market practice, offering clarity on how AML regulation is applied in real-world financial and crypto environments.
Day 2 will shift the spotlight to financial crime prevention and enforcement, covering fraud schemes, instant payments risks, investigations, asset recovery, sanctions enforcement and public-private cooperation. The program will highlight how technology, data and advanced analytics are transforming fraud detection, compliance efficiency and cross-border investigations.
Across both days, the program will integrate discussions on fintech, payments and instant payments, crypto and digital assets, AI-driven risk intelligence, fraud prevention technologies and data-led decision-making. The agenda will reflect how innovation, transparency and trusted technology solutions, from payment networks to regtech and crypto analytics, are strengthening financial resilience and enabling more effective AML and financial crime responses across the sector.
14th Annual Banking and Finance Conference
May 08, 2026
Radisson Collection Astorija Hotel, Vilnius, Lithuania
The 14th Annual Banking and Finance Conference will be held on May 08, 2026 at the Radisson Collection Astorija Hotel in Vilnius, Lithuania. The three‑hour program will bring together leading economists, policymakers and senior financial executives to discuss the foundations of trust in the banking system, the strength of the sector and the factors that underpin investment confidence in Lithuania.
The conference will open with registration and coffee, followed by opening remarks from Lars Wahlund, H.E. Ambassador of Sweden, and Kristupas Vaitiekūnas, Minister of Finance of the Republic of Lithuania.
A short session will introduce the agenda, after which Patrick Nylund, Senior Banker at Nordic Investment Bank, will present a perspective on banking and investment. A fireside chat with Audrius Matikiūnas, Chief Operating Officer at INVL Asset Management, Board Member at Robinhood Europe will follow.
The program will conclude with a panel discussion titled “Lithuania: a powerhouse of fintech,” featuring Alex Gibb, an investor and company founder; and Marius Bausys, Country Manager Lithuania & Latvia at Ebury, before closing remarks end the conference.
HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026
May 11, 2026
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, Riga, Latvia
HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026 will take place on May 11, 2026, at the Grand Hotel Kempinski in Riga, Latvia. The summit will mark the opening of Baltic Tech Week and will be themed “Cross‑Border Compliance and Player Protection.” It’s expected to bring together more than 150 attendees, and 40 speakers.
Designed as a one‑day platform for high‑level dialogue at the intersection of regulation, technology and responsible gaming, HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026 will feature two parallel stages running simultaneously. Stage 1 will focus on fintech and regulatory frameworks, covering licensing, payments, AML rules, data‑protection requirements and cross‑border financial compliance. Stage 2 will concentrate on gaming, technology and player protection, examining responsible‑gaming initiatives, player‑safety tools, fraud‑prevention mechanisms, platform compliance and emerging technologies that shape the regulated i‑gaming sector.
Key themes and topics will include:
- Cross-border licensing and compliance challenges in the Baltic and CEE region
- Player protection frameworks and responsible gaming initiatives
- Data privacy, risk management, and fraud prevention
- AML directives and regulatory harmonization across jurisdictions
- Payments, fintech infrastructure, and regulatory oversight
- Self-exclusion systems and national registers: effectiveness and implementation
- Real-world case studies from regulators, operators, and technology providers
The agenda will feature curated panels and legal deep-dives with Baltic and EU-wide perspectives, practical discussions led by compliance, fintech, and policy experts, HIPTHER Academy sessions focused on applied knowledge and strategic planning, as well as high-quality networking with decision-makers and regulatory stakeholders.
Baltic Fintech Days 2026
May 12-13, 2026
Hanzas Perons, Riga, Latvia
Baltic Fintech Days 2026 will take place on May 12-13, 2026 in Riga, Latvia, at the Hanzas Perons venue, bringing together the Baltic region’s vibrant fintech ecosystem with global investors, partners, and talent. The event will showcase the region’s exceptional innovation, provide a platform for investors, partners, and talent to experience the Baltic fintech ecosystem firsthand, and foster an international community that can carry Baltic fintech ideas to new markets.
The two-day program will feature more than 100 world‑class speakers, 65 sessions, 35 partners, and numerous side events. The event will be organized around five core themes:
- Cognitive and Intelligent Finance, which will examine AI‑driven risk management and personalized banking;
- Regulatory Technology and Cybersecurity, focusing on compliance and trust;
- Future of Payments and Infrastructure, which will address real‑time transactions and emerging payment; technologies;
- Decentralized and Borderless Finance, which will look at blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and decentralized finance (DeFi); and
- Democratizing Finance, which will focus on expanding access to financial services.
Speakers will include:
- Lukas Savickas, Minister of Economy at Ministry of Economy and Innovation of Lithuania;
- Patrik Havander, Head of Visa Direct Nordic and Baltic at Visa;
- Isabella Frey, Managing Director at George Labs GmbH;
- Santa Purgaile, Deputy Governor at Latvijas Banka;
- Ozan Özerk, Founder at EMBank;
- Modestas Tursa, VP of Payments at Vinted;
- Martins Valters, Co-founder/COO at Mintos; and
- Joachim Schwerin, Principal Economist at European Commission.
Latitude59 2026
May 20-22, 2026
Tallinn, Estonia
Latitude59 2026 will be held from May 20 to 22, 2026 in Tallinn, Estonia. Marketed as the flagship startup and technology gathering of the world’s first digital society, the conference expects roughly 3,500 visitors from 70 countries, including more than 900 startup representatives and 800 investors.
Latitude59 2026’s purpose is to accelerate founders’ breakthroughs across sectors such as climate tech, impact tech, fintech, and other emerging fields.
The agenda will emphasize several thematic pillars, including the ethical implications of AI and automation; defense technology and digital sovereignty; Europe’s position in a multipolar innovation race; climate resilience; and deep‑tech areas like quantum computing, biotechnology, and space that are expected to define the 2030 landscape.
Sessions will feature “builder stories” from CTOs, marketers, operators, and early employees who share practical experiences, including successes, failures, and the unglamorous work that sustains companies.
Riga Comm 2026
October 08-09, 2026
International Exhibition Centre, Riga, Latvia
Riga Comm 2026 will take place on October 08-09, 2026 at the International Exhibition Centre in Riga. This annual business technology fair and conference will bring together entrepreneurs, public‑sector leaders, and industry professionals from across the Baltics and beyond to examine how digital solutions can enhance efficiency, competitiveness, and growth for organizations of any size.
The exhibition will showcase leading providers of business software, cloud and cybersecurity solutions, digital marketing tools, e-commerce platforms, and advanced ICT hardware. Visitors will get to engage directly with experts, compare solutions, and receive practical, tailored recommendations to support informed decision-making.
The conference will be organized into distinct thematic streams. The CEO & CTO Talks will feature C-suite insights on digital transformation and AI innovation; the Fintech Conference will explore financial technologies for businesses and organizations; the Cybersecurity Conference will focus on protecting corporate assets against evolving threats; the E-commerce Conference will present presents modern online‑selling tools; and the Digital Marketing Conference will address contemporary sales‑enablement technologies.
Additional tracks include the Machine Learning Conference, the HR Tech Conference, the Women in Tech Conference, and the Latvian IT Cluster Stage.
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