FinTech in 2026: Why Infrastructure and Trust Matter More Than Growth

Discover why 2026 marks a turning point for FinTech—where infrastructure, trust, regulation, and institutional maturity define long-term success.

Why Fintechs are Becoming Financial Institutions in 2026

Over the last decade, FinTech has transformed global financial services. 2021 rewarded growth at any cost. 2022–2025 tested resilience and survival. As the industry enters its next phase, the focus is shifting decisively toward institutional strength, infrastructure, and trust.

In this ViewTrade-led discussion recorded in Baku, thought-leaders from ViewTrade and Unicapital Investment Company, explored why fintechs are no longer operating at the edges of the financial system. Instead, they are becoming core financial institutions, expected to meet the same standards of reliability, compliance, and operational maturity as traditional banks.

The conversation examines what truly scales in global investing, why technology alone is not enough, and how disciplined execution and trust-based systems will define FinTech success in 2026 and beyond.

Watch: The Future of FinTech as Financial Infrastructure

Featuring Samer Helbaoui, Vice President – Gulf Regional Growth, ViewTrade, Laksh Gangwani, Chief Growth Officer, ViewTrade, and Vugar Namazov, CEO, Unicapital Investment Company

 Key Themes Covered

• FinTech infrastructure as a system—not a feature
• The role of regulation in enabling sustainable FinTech growth
• Why trust is the hardest asset to scale in financial services
• How global investing platforms must prioritise execution, compliance, and resilience
• AI in financial services: enabling better outcomes without replacing human judgment
• Hidden risks in brokerage, wealth, and trading platforms during rapid scale

At ViewTrade, we believe the future of FinTech lies in institutional thinking. Platforms that succeed will be those that treat infrastructure, compliance, and trust as strategic advantages—not afterthoughts.

As global investing continues to expand, execution quality, operating structure, and regulatory readiness will define the next generation of financial services leaders. This conversation reflects the principles that guide how ViewTrade supports clients building durable, scalable, and trusted global investing solutions.

Compliance Disclaimer

This content is provided for informational purposes only and reflects the personal views and experiences shared during a recorded podcast conversation. It does not constitute investment advice, a solicitation, or a recommendation to engage in any financial transaction or service. Any references to products, services, or business models are descriptive in nature and subject to applicable regulatory requirements.