Driving innovation and sustainable growth in Europe
We enable a global community through strategically anchored Forums around the world. Discover GFTN's impact in Europe.
Why Europe?
Europe, particularly the EU, represents the largest single market globally, yet it is far from homogenous. The continent presents a unique mix of challenges and opportunities. In high-cost environments, delivering reasonable returns for financial services can be difficult, while other regions in Europe urgently need the most modern financial infrastructure, offering a chance to leapfrog technologically. Although Europe is wealthy, it remains cautious about technical innovation, placing a strong emphasis on customer and data protection. However, if Europe wants to maintain its leading position, the creation, access, and openness to innovation are essential. GFTN is committed to fostering this innovation, helping the European community balance its protective instincts with the need to embrace new technologies that will drive sustainable growth and maintain its global influence.
Point Zero Forum
2025
Zurich, Switzerland
At Point Zero Forum, leading central bankers, regulators, policymakers, industry leaders, and technologists gather for three days of dialogue, collaboration, and networking. They align policy, finance, and technology roadmaps, sharing innovations to advance financial ecosystems, fostering strategic dialogues, and strengthening public-private collaborations.
Join us at the Point Zero Forum 2025
The Founders Peak
2025
Zurich, Switzerland
The Founders Peak is a globally recognised platform where exceptional startup founders connect, inspire and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs. Here, founders boldly share pivotal moments and untold stories from their entrepreneurial journeys — tales of grit, determination, and the unwavering pursuit of solving problems.
The Capital Meets Policy Dialogue
2025
Zurich, Switzerland
The Capital Meets Policy Dialogue is the premier summit spanning Europe, Africa, Americas, and Asia, culminating at the Singapore FinTech Festival. The Dialogue convenes senior policymakers and capital providers to address critical issues in investment, value creation, and policymaking, fostering impactful discussions and solutions.
Education
Since 2021, our education programmes have benefited more than 5,000 participants from across the world. Partnering with world-class universities, training providers and industry partners, we distill the most current and relevant insights, and equip talent with the knowledge to navigate the future of finance.