The finance of the future is built on data, creativity and technology. Every day, AI and advanced analytics open up new possibilities for better understanding people, anticipating needs, making more informed decisions and designing more useful and accessible financial products. We want to reward projects that demonstrate how AI can become a transformative tool, capable of improving the relationship between banks and their customers, bringing rigour, innovation and real-world solutions.

Financial transformation is not just about innovation: it is about doing so responsibly, with people and the planet in mind. Sustainability, ESG criteria and social impact have become key pillars for building a financial model that is fairer, more transparent and more aligned with global challenges. We are looking for projects that offer ideas on how finance can be a genuine tool for positive transformation, helping to create a more prosperous, equitable, and sustainable society.

Financial markets are a living laboratory where economics, human behaviour and technology intersect. From traditional investment strategies to new quantitative or predictive models, a variety of tools allow us to better understand an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. This category rewards projects that explore innovative ways to invest, analyse markets, or design financial decisions that are more efficient, rigorous, and aligned with the challenges of a globalised world.

A strong bank is one that can anticipate risks, adapt to change, and provide services that are safe, accessible, and designed with people in mind. Technology and advanced modelling are redefining how we identify, assess, and manage both financial and non-financial risks. This category rewards projects that contribute to a more robust and efficient banking system that is prepared for the regulatory, technological and social challenges of the future.