Leading fintech policy event will convene regulators, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss issues shaping the future of financial services.

Washington, D.C. (March 5, 2026) – The American Fintech Council (AFC), the largest industry association representing both responsible fintech companies and innovative banks, announced that registration is now open for the 10th Annual Policy Summit on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at Capital Turnaround in Washington, D.C.

Over the past decade, the AFC Policy Summit has established itself as the leading event for coalition building and dialogue on the most pressing issues in financial technology and regulation. This year’s Summit will convene policymakers and leaders across the financial services sector to examine market trends, evaluate policy developments, and discuss strategies for advancing responsible financial innovation. With a new venue at Capital Turnaround, AFC expects the 2026 Summit to be its largest and most impactful gathering yet.

“With more than 150 members and partners, AFC has become the largest fintech and innovative bank association, and we have built a policy summit that encompasses the most diverse voices who are building the future of finance,” said Phil Goldfeder, CEO of the American Fintech Council. “For the past decade, the Policy Summit has been a hub for thoughtful, constructive dialogue between policymakers, regulators, and leaders in financial technology. This year’s Summit, our biggest yet, will spark discussions that drive responsible innovation, clarify regulatory priorities, and strengthen consumer protections for individuals across the country.”

The 2025 AFC Policy Summit featured prominent regulators and lawmakers shaping the future of financial innovation, including Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould, FDIC chair Travis Hill, Undersecretary of Domestic Finance Jonathan McKernan, Rep. Bryan Steil (R-WI), Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY), and Rep. Young Kim (R-CA). Last year’s programming examined key topics impacting the future of financial services, including responsible bank–fintech partnerships, the latest trends in digital assets and artificial intelligence, and the evolving landscape of credit, capital, and regulatory oversight. Building on that foundation, the 2026 Summit will offer a full day of keynote conversations and panel discussions focused on responsible innovation, consumer protection, and emerging technologies.

“The AFC Policy Summit brings leaders across fintech, banking, and government together to engage directly on the challenges and opportunities shaping financial services,” said Ezra Garrett, Chair of AFC’s Board of Directors and Senior Vice President of Public Affairs & Impact at Oportun. “As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, this year’s Summit provides a critical opportunity to advance practical solutions that protect consumers while fostering responsible innovation.”

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A standards-based organization, the American Fintech Council (AFC) is the largest and most diverse trade association representing financial technology (fintech) companies and innovative banks. On behalf of over 150 member companies and partners, AFC promotes a transparent, inclusive, and customer-centric financial system by supporting responsible innovation in financial services and encouraging sound public policy. AFC members foster competition in consumer finance and pioneer products to better serve underserved consumer segments and geographies.

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