Mumbai, Sept. 11 -- The next phase of fintech growth will depend on transforming advances in artificial intelligence, digital payments and emerging technologies into secure, scalable and inclusive financial solutions, industry leaders said at the conclusion of the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai.

The four-day event highlighted technologies expected to shape the future of financial services, with discussions centred around trusted AI, secure payment ecosystems, cybersecurity and the global expansion of India's digital finance capabilities.

During the inaugural session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon the fintech sector to convert technological possibilities into real-world impact while stressing the need for cybersecuri...