Money 20/20

Money20/20 is the world’s leading platform for the global money ecosystem. Established in 2012, it has grown from a single flagship conference in Las Vegas into a worldwide series of events across the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. More than just an events company, Money20/20 is a brand synonymous with innovation, industry collaboration, and the future of financial services.

By bringing together the most influential leaders in banking, payments, fintech, big tech, policy, investment, and start-ups, Money20/20 has become a trusted arena where deals are done, partnerships are forged, and the agenda for the financial services industry is set.

History and Background

Money20/20 was founded in 2012 by payments entrepreneurs Anil Aggarwal and Jonathan Weiner. Their idea was simple yet groundbreaking: create a global event where the entire money ecosystem — from established banks to disruptive start-ups could meet, learn, and do business under one roof.

The first event in Las Vegas drew a strong crowd of industry leaders and innovators. Its success immediately positioned Money20/20 as the must-attend gathering for the financial services community. Over time, the series expanded to Amsterdam, Bangkok, and Riyadh, reflecting the industry’s truly global nature.

Ownership of the brand has also evolved. Initially launched independently, Money20/20 was acquired by Ascential, a UK-based business-to-business media company, which helped scale the events globally. In 2024, Informa Group, the world’s largest business events operator, completed the acquisition of Ascential. This placed Money20/20 within Informa’s global portfolio of industry-defining events, giving it access to deeper resources, broader reach, and more growth opportunities.

Mission and Vision

At its core, Money20/20’s mission is to connect, inform, and empower the financial services and fintech community. Its vision is to create a world-class platform where the future of money is shaped through collaboration, education, and meaningful business engagement.

The organisation is built on three central principles:

Connection – Providing a stage where industry leaders, start-ups, investors, and regulators can network, collaborate, and accelerate partnerships.
Knowledge – Delivering cutting-edge content that reflects the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the global money ecosystem.
Progress – Acting as a catalyst for innovation by enabling conversations and connections that drive commercial outcomes.

Global Presence

Money20/20 has developed into a truly international platform, with flagship events across four regions:

Money20/20 USA (Las Vegas): The largest and original flagship event, attracting more than 10,000 senior executives each year. It is known for shaping the year’s global fintech agenda.
Money20/20 Europe (Amsterdam): A major gathering point for the European ecosystem, with strong focus on open banking, regulation, payments innovation, and cross-border collaboration.
Money20/20 Asia (Bangkok): Bringing together fintech hubs from across Asia-Pacific, with strong representation from super-app providers, remittance firms, and digital-first banks.
Money20/20 Middle East (Riyadh): A newer addition to the portfolio, reflecting the rapid digital transformation in the Middle East, where governments and regulators are actively driving financial inclusion and digital payments.

Each edition is designed to reflect the regional nuances of financial services, while still maintaining a consistent global brand and standard of delivery.

Audience and Community

Money20/20 attracts an unparalleled audience in both scale and seniority.

Attendee Profile: More than one in three attendees is at C-suite level. The audience includes CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, CFOs, product heads, innovation directors, and investors.
Ecosystem Representation: Banks, payment networks, processors, cloud and data companies, identity and fraud specialists, consumer brands, fintech start-ups, and regulators all gather in one space.
Geographic Reach: Delegates attend from over 80 countries, ensuring a truly global conversation.

This diverse and senior audience creates a unique value proposition: the ability to connect across disciplines, geographies, and stages of growth in one place.

Products and Services

1. Flagship Events

Each regional event is anchored by keynote speeches, fireside chats, and panel sessions featuring top executives and thought leaders. Themes range from artificial intelligence, crypto and digital assets, real-time payments, and digital identity, to regulation, risk, and climate finance.

2. Curated Networking

Money20/20 has invested heavily in structured networking platforms such as Sm∆rtMeet, which curates one-to-one meetings between buyers and sellers, investors and start-ups, or partners with aligned interests. These tools are designed to maximise ROI for participants.

3. Start-up Showcases

Early and growth-stage companies gain exposure to potential investors, partners, and enterprise buyers through dedicated start-up hubs, pitch competitions, and exhibition opportunities.

4. Media and Content

Beyond the live shows, Money20/20 maintains year-round engagement through:

The MoneyPot Podcast – exploring current forces shaping the future of money.
Money20/20 TV – showcasing interviews, keynotes, and behind-the-scenes footage from events.
Blogs, white papers, and community insights.

5. Awards and Recognition

The brand has recently expanded into formal awards programmes, celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact within the financial services ecosystem.

Strategic Importance

Money20/20 has become more than an event series — it is a central node in the financial services industry.

Innovation Catalyst: By giving start-ups direct access to buyers and investors, it accelerates innovation adoption.
Policy Forum: Regulators and policymakers use the platform to announce or test ideas with industry stakeholders.
Commercial Accelerator: The curated networking opportunities compress months of business development into a matter of days.
Global Trendsetter: Each edition helps to set the industry narrative for the year ahead, ensuring Money20/20 remains the “go-to” reference point for financial services innovation.

Leadership and Organisational Structure

Money20/20 is led by an experienced team of event professionals and industry insiders. While leadership structures evolve, each regional edition has dedicated directors and content leads supported by Informa’s global resources.

This decentralised model ensures that each event is locally relevant while still benefiting from the scale, marketing power, and standards of a global brand.

Partnerships and Ecosystem

Money20/20 thrives because of its strong ecosystem of partners. Sponsors and exhibitors include:

Major global banks and card networks.
Cloud service providers and technology giants.
Payment processors and infrastructure companies.
Consultancy firms and system integrators.
Early-stage fintech companies showcasing innovation.

Collaboration with regulators and fintech associations further enhances the event’s credibility as a neutral convening ground for all stakeholders.

Future Outlook

Looking ahead, Money20/20 is positioned for continued growth under Informa’s ownership. Several key trends are expected to define its next chapter:

Geographic Expansion: Strengthening its presence in the Middle East and Asia to capture high-growth markets.
AI and Automation: Greater focus on how artificial intelligence and machine learning will reshape fraud detection, underwriting, payments, and compliance.
Digital Assets: Continued exploration of stablecoins, central bank digital currencies, and tokenised money.
Climate Finance: Increasing attention to sustainability and how finance can support the net-zero transition.
Financial Inclusion: Programmes focused on expanding access to financial services in emerging markets.

Final Thoughts

Money20/20 has established itself as the premier global platform where the money ecosystem meets to shape the future of financial services. With its roots in fintech innovation, it has expanded into a cross-industry powerhouse connecting banks, regulators, start-ups, and technology leaders.

By combining premium content with curated networking, and by scaling its events across four regions, Money20/20 has built an unparalleled reputation as the place where business gets done in financial services. Its mission remains clear: to connect, inform, and empower the money ecosystem worldwide.

As part of Informa’s global portfolio, its influence is only set to grow, reinforcing its status as the definitive stage for innovation and collaboration in the money industry.