Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai on September 8, bringing together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, technology companies, startups and investors to discuss the next phase of global financial innovation.

The seventh edition of the Global Fintech Fest will be held from September 8 to 11, 2026, at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). According to the Prime Minister's Office programme released by the Press Information Bureau, Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the event at around 5:45 pm on September 8 and address the gathering. 

AI, Tokenisation and Quantum Technologies in Focus

The central theme of GFF 2026 is “Potential to Impact: Agentic AI, Tokenisation, Quantum - Trusted, Connected, Global Systems for Inclusive Finance.” The organisers have structured the theme around three technologies that are increasingly influencing financial services: agentic artificial intelligence, tokenisation and quantum technologies. 

The event's theme focuses on moving beyond technological experimentation and translating emerging technologies into practical applications across financial services. The organisers say the convergence of these technologies could contribute to more intelligent, programmable and secure financial systems.

What Agentic AI Means for Finance

One of the three major pillars of GFF 2026 is Agentic AI, which refers to AI systems capable of handling complex tasks and coordinating financial workflows with greater autonomy.

The official GFF programme highlights potential applications including personalised financial services, real-time decision-making, fraud prevention, regulatory oversight and automated workflows, while stressing the importance of governance and human oversight.

Tokenisation and the Future of Digital Assets

Tokenisation is another key focus of this year's conference. The concept involves representing assets as digital units that can be programmed, divided and transferred through digital infrastructure.

According to the GFF organisers, tokenisation could have implications for payments, capital markets, asset ownership and settlement by making financial and other assets more programmable and potentially improving access to global markets. 

Quantum Technology and Financial Security

The third pillar, Quantum, places emphasis on the future of computing, cybersecurity and financial infrastructure. The organisers have highlighted areas such as quantum-safe cryptography, risk optimisation and the long-term resilience of financial systems.

The focus reflects growing attention within the financial sector to technologies that could influence both computational capabilities and the security of digital financial infrastructure.

Global Fintech Leaders to Converge in Mumbai

GFF 2026 describes itself as a global platform bringing together policymakers, central bankers, regulators, financial institutions, technology companies, startups and investors to discuss the future of finance. 

The event's programme also covers areas including digital transformation, sustainable climate finance, investment strategies, operational resilience, risk and compliance, data governance, rural finance and changing customer behaviour.

Four-Day Event from September 8 to 11

The Global Fintech Fest will continue through September 11 at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai. Alongside discussions and sessions, the event includes startup investment pitches, innovation programmes, product demonstrations and networking opportunities. 

With emerging technologies increasingly shaping payments, lending, investments and financial security, GFF 2026 is set to place the question of how innovation can translate into broader and more inclusive financial impact at the centre of discussions in Mumbai.