Awards 2026

RegTech.com Awards 2026

Recognising excellence in regulatory technology. Celebrating the solutions, leaders, and innovations driving the future of compliance across the globe.

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Why Enter the Awards

Participating in the RegTech.com Awards connects you with the global compliance community and amplifies your impact.

Industry Recognition

Winners and finalists are showcased across regtech.com and our global channels, establishing credibility with regulators, investors, and enterprise buyers.

Networking

Connect with decision-makers, regulators, and compliance leaders from 21+ jurisdictions at exclusive awards events and roundtables.

Credibility

An independent award from regtech.com validates your solution with third-party endorsement that resonates with enterprise procurement teams.

Media Exposure

Finalists and winners receive dedicated coverage on regtech.com, social media amplification, and inclusion in our industry reports.

Thought Leadership

Award entrants are invited to contribute expert content and join panel discussions, positioning your team as leaders in your category.

Community

Join a global community of RegTech innovators. Award participation signals commitment to advancing regulatory technology worldwide.

Award Categories

Ten categories spanning the full spectrum of regulatory technology innovation and leadership.

RegTech Innovation of the Year

The most groundbreaking regulatory technology solution launched or significantly upgraded in the past 12 months.

Best AML/KYC Solution

Outstanding technology for anti-money laundering, know-your-customer, and customer due diligence processes.

Best Compliance Platform

The most comprehensive platform for managing regulatory obligations, reporting, and compliance workflows.

Excellence in AI for Regulation

Best application of artificial intelligence or machine learning to solve regulatory challenges.

Best ESG & Sustainability Solution

Leading technology for ESG reporting, sustainability compliance, and environmental regulatory management.

Cybersecurity Innovation Award

Outstanding cybersecurity solution designed for regulatory compliance, data protection, and financial services security.

Best Identity Verification Solution

Most innovative technology for digital identity verification, biometric authentication, and onboarding compliance.

RegTech Leader of the Year

An individual who has made exceptional contributions to advancing regulatory technology and shaping industry direction.

Best RegTech Implementation

Outstanding enterprise deployment of regulatory technology, demonstrating measurable compliance outcomes and ROI.

Rising Star Award

Most promising RegTech startup founded within the last 3 years, demonstrating innovation, traction, and market potential.

Key Dates

Mark your calendar. Here are the important milestones for the RegTech.com Awards 2026.

1

Nominations Open

September 2026

Submit your entry across any of the 10 award categories.

2

Nominations Close

October 2026

Final deadline for all entries. Late submissions will not be accepted.

3

Judging

November 2026

Independent panel of industry experts reviews and scores all entries.

4

Winners Announced

December 2026

Winners revealed at the RegTech.com Awards ceremony and published online.

Judging Criteria

All entries are evaluated by an independent panel of industry experts across five key dimensions.

1

Impact

Measurable outcomes and real-world value delivered to clients, regulators, or the broader ecosystem.

2

Innovation

Novelty of approach, use of emerging technology, and differentiation from existing solutions.

3

Scalability

Ability to operate across jurisdictions, handle growing complexity, and scale with market demand.

4

User Experience

Design quality, ease of adoption, onboarding efficiency, and overall user satisfaction.

5

Industry Contribution

Thought leadership, community engagement, open standards work, and advancing the RegTech ecosystem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can enter the RegTech.com Awards?

The awards are open to any organisation or individual working in regulatory technology, compliance, risk management, or related fields. This includes established companies, startups, government agencies, and individual leaders. You can enter multiple categories.

Is there a fee to enter?

No. Nominations and entries for the RegTech.com Awards 2026 are completely free. We believe great innovation should be recognised on merit, not budget.

Can I nominate my own company or myself?

Absolutely. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged for all categories. Whether you are nominating your organisation for a solution category or yourself for the Leader of the Year award, self-entries are treated equally by our judging panel.

Who are the judges?

Our judging panel comprises senior compliance officers, regulators, technology executives, investors, and academic experts from across the global RegTech ecosystem. The full panel will be announced when nominations open in September 2026.

How will winners be announced?

Winners will be announced at the RegTech.com Awards ceremony in December 2026 and simultaneously published on regtech.com. All finalists and winners will receive dedicated coverage, badges, and promotional assets.

Ready to Enter?

Nominations open in September 2026. Get started by submitting your entry or join the RegTech Circle for early access and updates.

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