Economic Journal of Spain's Foreign Business
Monday, May 11, 2026
Updated Monday, May 11, 2026 at 22:19:41
International Markets Day
Fintech Bridge: Spain & Türkiye 2026
The Madrid Chamber of Commerce is promoting a high-level forum to connect regulators, banks, and technology leaders from both countries. The event aims to define the key areas for investment and collaboration in the dynamic global financial ecosystem.
La Cámara de Comercio de Madrid organize the meeting "Fintech Bridge: Spain & Türkiye 2026"A high-level meeting designed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in financial technology services. The event brings together regulators and business leaders to analyze regulatory trends and encourage investment between the two strategic markets.
A strategic bridge for the global financial ecosystem
The fintech sector is gearing up for one of its most important events of the year. The day Fintech Bridge: Spain & Türkiye 2026 Its fundamental objective is to facilitate understanding of the new international financial environment. Through this forum, companies will be able to learn firsthand about the key regulatory and strategic factors shaping the future of the sector in the Mediterranean region.
The institutional opening will feature the participation of key figures such as Elsa Salvadores Janssen, deputy director of the Cámara de Comercio de Madrid; Elisa Carbonell Martín, CEO of ICEX, and Nüket Küçükel Ezberci, ambassador of the República de Turquía en EspañaThis inauguration will lay the foundation for a dialogue that seeks to strengthen the international positioning of the participating companies.
Trend analysis and regulatory framework
One of the highlights of the day will be the keynote address by Burak Dağlıoğlu, President of the Oficina de Inversiones y Finanzas de TurquíaSubsequently, the round table on regulatory trends will feature the perspective of Onur Genç, CEO de BBVA, and Mercedes Olano, Director General of Supervision of Banco de Españatogether with representatives of the Banco Central de Turquía e İşbank.
The key points of the program are summarized in the following timetable and thematic structure:
| Opening hours | Session / Activity | Featured Participants |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 09:45 | Institutional Opening | Cámara de Madrid, ICEXEmbassy of Turquía |
| 09:45 – 09:55 | Keynote Address | Burak Dağlıoğlu (Investments Turquía) |
| 10:00 – 11:15 | Panel: Regulatory Trends | Onur Genç (BBVA), Mercedes Olano (BdE) |
| 11:45 – 13:00 | Table: Fintech Collaboration | Arturo Mac Dowell (AEFI), Sam Abdou (Outpayce) |
Collaboration and networking opportunities
After a break dedicated to networkingThe focus will shift towards business practices and technological innovation. Experts such as Arturo Mac Dowell, President of AEFI, and Hakan Erdoğan, CEO de CraftgateThey will discuss the possible synergies between both ecosystems.
The day represents a unique opportunity to identify real business and strengthen the B2B business fabric between España y Turquía in a time of accelerated digital transformation.
Key points and frequently asked questions about Fintech Bridge 2026
What is the main objective of this meeting?
The goal is to create a strategic bridge between the fintech ecosystems of Spain y Türkiye to analyze regulations, explore joint investments and foster collaboration between technology companies and banking entities in both countries.
Which supervisory institutions are involved?
The event is being attended by senior financial supervisory officials, including the Director General of Supervision of Banco de España and the vice president of Banco Central de Turquía.
Who is this event aimed at?
It is aimed at institutional leaders, regulators, banking executives and fintech companies seeking to understand the new financial environment and expand their international positioning.
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