Portfolio’s Banking Technology conference returns to Budapest on 10 November 2026, hosted at the Budapest Marriott Hotel. The event brings together leaders from the banking sector, fintech, IT and regulatory bodies to discuss near-term technological and business challenges in finance.
Why the conference matters
This year’s programme centers on the intensifying competition between incumbent banks and fintech challengers, and on the practical integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation into banking operations. The event emphasizes applied knowledge: “technology deep dive” sessions will present real-world case studies and hands-on examples of the latest solutions.
Now in its eleventh year, the forum is a regular meeting point for bank executives, fintech experts, consultants and IT specialists to map out the future of financial services and to address pressing business and IT problems.
Key topics
The main themes covered at the conference include:
- Competition between fintech challengers and digital banks in Hungary;
- AI strategies and business value creation in banks — from experimentation to scalable deployment;
- Digital and AI technology deep dives with use cases, best practices and measurable outcomes;
- Payment innovations such as Qvik payments, agentic pay and card-related developments;
- The role and impact of agentic AI systems in banking;
- Cybersecurity, including defenses against deepfakes and other threats.
Speakers — practical and strategic perspectives
A wide range of domestic and international experts will speak at the event. Notable participants include:
- Vinnai Balázs — elnöki főtanácsadó, elnök, MBH Bank, IVSZ
- Sebők András — vezérigazgató-helyettes, OTP Bank
- Kaliszky András — informatikai és operációs területért felelős vezérigazgató-helyettes, Erste Bank Hungary
- Lóska Gergely — informatikai és innovációs vezető, K&H
- Kada Zsolt — CIO, Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB)
- Mádi Gábor — CIO, Shiwaforce
- Both András — digitális transzformációs vezető, MBH Bank
- Prokop Péter — operációs és ügyfélmenedzsment igazgató, UNIQA Biztosító
- Kormos Benjámin — Head of BI & Data Solutions, Clarity Consulting
- Biró Gabriella — cybersecurity expert
- Halász Viktor — expert, Kiberbűnözés Elleni Főosztály Felderítő Osztály, Nemzeti Nyomozó Iroda
- Borókai Bence — group-level cybersecurity lead, OTP Bank
- Rigler András — market research director, 21 Kutatóközpont
- Fischer Bálint — business development director, Dorsum
- Léder Tamás — director of digital business competencies, MBH Bank
- Mura József — CIO, OTP Group, CKB Bank
- Harmati László — deputy CEO, Erste Bank
- Rajna Gábor — retail deputy CEO, Raiffeisen Bank
- Ákos Tamás — business deputy CEO responsible for standard service, MBH Bank
- Máriás Endre — Daily Banking Tribe lead, OTP Bank
The full speaker roster and detailed programme are available on the conference page.
Attendance and ticketing
Those planning to attend are advised to register early: early-bird tickets are currently priced at HUF 174,900 + VAT. Registration and additional event details are provided by Portfolio.
Conclusion
Banking Technology 2026 aims to provide a comprehensive look at how agentic AI, payment innovation and digital transformation are reshaping banking. With technology deep dives, practical use cases and a strong cybersecurity focus, the conference is relevant for professionals interested in the future of financial services.
Note: an AI assistant contributed to the preparation of this article; the final content was edited and verified by our journalist.
