Business Post Fintech Awards 2026
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Business Post Fintech Awards 2026

The fourth annual Business Post Fintech Awards in association with GRID Finance will celebrate the exceptional achievements of the Irish Fintech industry.

We are passionate about showcasing the very best from the brightest start-ups to the most established companies, who are paving the way for a more innovative, diverse and inclusive industry. Our awards categories reflect the breadth and depth of the Irish Fintech industry, recognising those who are making a real impact on the future of financial technology. We celebrate the individuals who are driving this sector forward.

Whether you work in a regulated bank, an established payments business, a challenger start-up, or public service, the National Fintech Awards serve to recognise the contribution and achievement of those who are leading with innovation and making a difference.

"The National Fintech Awards are for everyone who is invested in building a better financial system in Ireland. Whether you are working in bank technology transformation, public policy, advice or a disruptive new financial technology business there is an award category for you. The awards will showcase the best and brightest of Irish Fintech on the island of Ireland"

Derek Foley Butler, CEO, GRID Finance & Chairman, GRID Foundation

Join us as we celebrate the outstanding achievements of the Fintech community and shape the future of finance in Ireland and beyond.

Categories 

  • Best Blockchain or Digital Asset Initiative     
  • Best Digital Banking Initiative / Project   
  • Best Finance Lending Initiative / Project  
  • Best Insurance Technology 
  • Best Payment and Embedded Finance Solution  
  • Best Regtech Solution 
  • Fintech Company of the Year – Start-Up / Growth / Established 
  • Fintech Diversity or Social Impact Initiative of the Year 
  • Professional Advisor or Team of the Year 
  • Best Fraud Prevention Initiative or Solution 
  • Best Innovation in Merchant Payments 
  • Best Utilisation of AI within the Finance Industry    
  • Best Customer Experience 
  • Social Media Campaign of the Year 
  • Marketing Team of the Year 
  • Fintech Public Servant Advisor or Team of the Year (Judges Choice)
  • Outstanding Achievement Award (Judges Choice) 

Entry Rules

There are 17 eligible award categories, each having specific criteria that the judging panel will be examining.  
  

  • All entries must be submitted using the online entry form.  
  • All entry forms must be completed fully before the deadline.  
  • You may edit your entry after submitting, up until the entry deadline.  
  • Please make sure all your personal details are entered accurately, including contact details, as this will be used in the awards presentation if selected as a finalist.  
  • Nominations for members of the judging panel or headline sponsors will not be accepted.  
  • You may enter across any number of categories and be shortlisted in a maximum of four, providing that your entry meets the given award criteria.  
  • Entries should be based on a project from the last 18 months.  
  • There is no fee for entering the National Fintech Awards.