Colombo, Sri Lanka — September 24-25, 2025
Sri Lanka is hosting FinTech Summit 2025, a landmark gathering expected to draw over 2,000 participants from 25+ countries, under the theme “Empowering Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy: Innovations Driving Financial Inclusion and Growth.” Lanka Business News+1
What To Expect
- Topics & Themes: Sessions will cover blockchain & digital currency; regulatory compliance; inclusion strategies; investment & start-ups; global and regional fintech trends. Lanka Business News
- Participants: Start-ups, regulators, global experts, financial institutions, and investors will converge in Colombo. Daily News+1
- Outcomes Targeted:
- Establishing ~US$500 million in annual foreign direct investment (FDI) in FinTech by 2030. Lanka Business News
- Growing Sri Lanka’s financial inclusion to 95%. Lanka Business News
- Cultivating over 200 domestic fintech ventures. Lanka Business News
Significance & Strategic Value
- FinTech is poised to be a major catalyst in Sri Lanka’s transition toward a digital economy. It offers opportunities for improving financial access in rural areas, lowering transaction costs, and fostering innovation.
- The event underscores government emphasis on digital infrastructure, regulatory clarity, and enabling environments for startups.
- By aligning with global trends—blockchain, AI, regulation of digital currencies—Sri Lanka can attract international investors looking for emerging markets with growth potential.
Risks & Considerations
Infrastructure & trust: Digital ecosystems need secure, robust payments, reliable power & connectivity, and trust in institutions for adoption.
Regulatory balance: Ensuring innovation without compromising consumer protection or financial stability will be critical.
Talent & skills: The growth of FinTech depends on availability of tech talent, especially in AI, data science, cybersecurity. Development of training programs, universities, and industry partnerships will matter.
