This award celebrates the best offering in the emerging space of digital assets and crypto currency. The Digital Assets sector continues to grow despite many headwinds in the last year. This award also recognises those that are using blockchain technology to deliver innovative financial services solutions. Digital asset platforms and exchanges are fully in scope for this award.

• The initiative must use blockchain technology is some component of its initiative
• The initiative can be available globally however linked to Ireland
• The initiative does not have to be generating revenue or even trading but must demonstrate its uniqueness

The digital revolution has made its way into the banking industry, and this category celebrates the Fintech company that has revolutionised banking with its cutting-edge digital banking platform. By providing an innovative, comprehensive, and user-friendly banking experience, this fintech or banking business has made banking easier and more accessible for people across Ireland or globally. From managing finances to making transactions, their platform has set a new standard for excellence in digital banking. This award recognises their commitment to making banking more convenient and efficient for everyone.

• The digital banking initiative can offer a wide range of banking services, including mobile banking and online banking.
• The initiative should be easy to use and accessible to all customers, including those with disabilities.
• The initiative should provide a high level of security and protect customers’ personal and financial data.

This award is focused on recognising the bank or non-bank lender that has best embraced technology to deliver lending solutions in the Irish market. Technology has transformed how borrowers can access capital whether as a business or consumer. This award will recognise those lending businesses that have in the past year used technology to deliver better lending outcomes and customer experiences.

• The lender can offer lending services in Ireland or globally
• The lender may be a platform, bank or other type of non-bank lender
• The lender can offer consumer or business lending services.

This award recognises the Fintech company that is transforming the insurance industry in Ireland or across the world, with their innovative and effective insurance technology. This award recognises the outstanding efforts of a company that has brought a revolution in the traditional insurance sector, making it easier and more accessible for customers to purchase and manage insurance policies. This award highlights the impact of technology on the insurance industry and the company that has paved the way for others to follow.

• The company should have demonstrated exceptional creativity and originality in its approach to developing its insurance technology solution. The technology should be novel and have significantly improved the insurance industry’s service offerings, customer experience and performance.

• The solution should have a measurable impact in the insurance sector. The company should be able to demonstrate how its technology is transforming the industry and what the positive outcomes for customers and businesses have been or will be.

• The company should prioritise its customers, providing the best experience and benefits for them. The technology should be designed to improve the customer experience and provide value to customers in terms of accessibility, affordability, and ease of use.

This category is all about celebrating the Fintech company that has pushed the boundaries of possibility with a game-changing payment innovation, redefining the way people and businesses can conduct financial transactions. Their cutting-edge technology and relentless drive for innovation have revolutionised the way we think about payments, making them easier, faster, and more efficient than ever before.

• The payment innovation must have been developed or launched within the past 18 months.

• The solution should demonstrate clear benefits over traditional payment methods.

• The solution should be commercially viable and scalable.

Celebrating the ground-breaking advancements in regulatory technology, this category recognises the Fintech company that has developed the most innovative and effective solutions in regulatory technology, transforming the way financial institutions comply with regulations and manage risk. From Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solutions to risk assessment and compliance monitoring tools, this company is revolutionising the regulatory landscape. 

• The regtech solution should demonstrate clear benefits over traditional compliance solutions.

• Evidence of a successful track record in developing innovative regulatory technology solutions that have been adopted by financial institutions in Ireland.

• Demonstrated effectiveness in streamlining the compliance process, reducing risk, and improving regulatory compliance for clients.

This category celebrates the Fintech company that has revolutionised the way people can manage their wealth. We are looking for a company that has developed the most innovative and user-friendly wealth management solution that empowers people to make informed decisions about their financial future. The winner of this award will have provided an unparalleled user experience, coupled with cutting-edge technology, making wealth management more accessible, intuitive, and effective than ever before.

• The company should demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of wealth management principles and practices.

• The company should provide an exceptional user experience with their wealth management platform or tool, utilising innovative technology.

• The company should have a proven track record of helping individuals manage and grow their wealth effectively.

This award celebrates the Fintech company that has shown outstanding growth, innovation, and impact in the Irish market. This award recognises the company that has truly made a mark on the industry, paving the way for others to follow. The winner of this award will be a company that has demonstrated exceptional leadership, drive, and vision in their pursuit of excellence. Their commitment to innovation and their ability to deliver real value to customers will have set them apart as a true leader in the field. 

• The company should have a proven track record of success, including revenue growth and market share.
• The company should demonstrate a commitment to innovation and the development of new and improved financial solutions.
• The company should have a positive impact on the industry and the wider community.
• Entries will be split between Emerging/Established organisations by the judges.

This award recognises initiatives organisations have implemented which promotes diversity and inclusion within the Fintech sector. The initiative will demonstrate a more inclusive and supportive environment for Fintech professionals from all backgrounds. This award celebrates the organisations who are breaking down barriers and promoting diversity in all its forms, leading the way towards a more vibrant, innovative and successful Fintech community.

•   The nomination should demonstrate exceptional commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the Fintech sector.

• The nomination should demonstrate an exceptional ability to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for Fintech professionals from diverse backgrounds.

• The nomination should demonstrate a significant impact on the development and growth of the Fintech industry through their diversity and inclusion initiatives.

This award is dedicated to recognising an individual who has shown extraordinary creativity and innovation in the development of Fintech solutions. This category celebrates the individual who has demonstrated the highest level of expertise in the Fintech industry and has made a significant impact on the industry by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. The award recognises an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to advancing the Fintech sector in Ireland.

• The individual should have made a significant impact in the industry.

• The individual should demonstrate a deep understanding of the Fintech industry and the needs of its users.

• The individual should have a track record of success in bringing new Fintech solutions to market.

This award celebrates a professional services advisor or team who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and expertise in consulting and advisory for the fintech sector. They will be dedicated to delivering strategic and tactical support to Fintech businesses across the Island of Ireland.

• The nomination should demonstrate that it supports the development of the Fintech industry in Ireland.
• The nomination should demonstrate an exceptional ability to work with businesses, entrepreneurs and investors to enable and foster the growth and development of the Fintech industry in Ireland.
• The nomination should demonstrate a significant impact on the development and growth of the Fintech industry through their advisory work and initiatives.

This award celebrates the individuals or team who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and expertise in shaping Fintech policy and regulation. The nomination should show that they have worked tirelessly to create a more supportive environment for Fintech innovation and growth by collaborating with policymakers and regulators. They have shown an exceptional ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and create policies that foster innovation and provide better financial services to consumers. Their contributions have played a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Fintech industry and driving its continued success.

• The nomination should demonstrate exceptional contributions to shaping Fintech policy and regulation.
• The nomination should demonstrate an exceptional ability to work with policymakers and regulators to create a more supportive environment for Fintech innovation and growth.
• The nomination should demonstrate how they have made a significant impact on the development and growth of Fintech in Ireland through their policy and regulatory initiatives.

This award celebrates providers of services delivered to merchants, this includes various industries and businesses from small to enterprise level. The services can be traditional physical products or digital offerings. Payment and fintech companies can submit entries for innovative payment services. Merchants can also submit entries for payment services they have introduced. The payment solution must be innovative, benefit the merchant, and be live at the time of submission.

• The merchant service delivers significant value to the merchant and enhances the merchant’s ability to serve their customers.
• The payment solution utilizes brand, channels, or other technologies to deliver innovative solutions to specific problems.
• The innovative payment solution has a proven track record of success and is supported by quantitative evidence from a reliable source.
• The solution differentiates itself from competitors through performance, innovation, and value to stakeholders.

This award is open to companies that use AI in Financial Services to improve customer service, fraud detection, loyalty programs and more. The winning project should demonstrate measurable benefits for both the end-user and the organization. The initiative will show clear improvements in efficiency and competitiveness.

• How AI use has resulted in better solutions, insights, or results for consumers and stakeholders.
• The solution’s unique qualities and how it differentiates itself from competitors.
• How the solution has uniquely benefited either a single provider or a wide range of companies in achieving their business goals.
• How the company has customized its products and services to meet the specific needs of its clients.

This award recognizes solutions that create and deliver excellent customer engagement through multiple interactions. This can be achieved by building relationships, anticipating needs, and personalizing experiences, using physical, virtual, or combined elements. The customer may be a business or consumer. The engagement could be through the creation of a new payment solution or added-value aspect to enhance an existing financial product, new programme or updated one

• How the program has enhanced customer engagement, starting from the initial stage.
• Explain how the program stands out from competitors, or highlight its unique aspects if there are no similar programs.
• Demonstrate how the engagement program has positively impacted customer behavior and outcomes.

This award recognizes solutions, services, or initiatives that prevent financial crime, including AML, payment fraud, and data insecurity. The solution must have a proven track record of success in preventing financial loss and reputational damage while helping businesses comply with regulations.

• The nomination should demonstrate value to both the business and, where applicable, their customers or the public.
• The nomination should demonstrate that it improves on existing FinCrime/Fraud products.
• The solution/initiative has a proven track record and that the nomination stands out from the competition in terms of performance, innovation, stakeholder value, or other criteria.

This award will go to an individual who is standing out in their organisation. They are performing at the highest level and will be the next leader in the Fintech industry. An exceptional figure, they have outstanding skills, judgement and professional expertise.

Judges are looking for an upcoming leader in the Fintech Industry. This is your chance to celebrate an individual standing out from the crowd and making a difference. The winner of this award will be someone the industry should look out for as they will change the industry for the better. This is a chance for you to promote the next generation of leaders in the industry.

• They have shown that they will be one for the future through dedication and new ideas shown
• The individual has shown to take ownership in their responsibilities and exceeded the expectations of the organisation/management.

The Outstanding Achievement Award category is the most prestigious award at the Fintech Awards, designed to celebrate and recognise an individual or company that has made an outstanding and lasting contribution to the Fintech industry. This award celebrates those who have not only driven innovation but have also shaped the industry and left a significant impact on the financial services landscape. The recipient of this award will have demonstrated exceptional leadership, vision, and impact in the Fintech industry, and will have contributed to the industry’s growth and success in meaningful ways. This award is the highest honour that can be bestowed upon an individual or company in the Fintech community, and the recipient will be seen as a trailblazer, a pioneer, and a visionary, inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.

• They have shaped the Fintech industry through innovations, products, or services.
• They have made a lasting impact on the industry, with a legacy that continues to influence the direction and growth of Fintech.
• They have demonstrated exceptional leadership and vision, inspiring and guiding others to achieve success while pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the Fintech industry.