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BS/2 has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Central Asian Fintech Association at Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026.

The document was signed by Otabek Nasirov, Chairman of the Central Asian Fintech Association, and Idrakas Dadašovas, General Director of BS/2.

The memorandum establishes long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation aimed at implementing joint projects across the region's financial sector. The parties intend to work together on banking, fintech, the digital economy, payment infrastructure, and digital financial services, with a particular focus on the exchange of expertise and coordinated support for innovation. The cooperation also covers the joint organization of forums, conferences, and educational programmes, as well as initiatives in digital transformation, financial literacy, and sustainable development. Together, the parties aim to build trusted financial ecosystems and shape the next generation of banking services in Central Asia.

The Central Asian Fintech Association is a non-governmental organization dedicated to the development of the financial and fintech sector across the region. It brings together participants of the banking and financial markets of Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and the countries of Central Asia. The Association supports dialogue, the exchange of experience, and the advancement of innovation, digital financial services, and professional development throughout the region.

Thank you everyone who took part in Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026 and made this event possible. We look forward to continuing our work together toward the development of the region's financial sector.

What will define the next generation of banking?

That question took center stage at Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026 in Tashkent, where banking leaders, fintech experts, payment organizations, and technology partners came together to explore how AI, automation, self-service, payments, and security are converging into a single banking ecosystem.

This year’s forum wasn’t just about technology trends, it was about practical transformation. The discussions focused on how financial institutions can turn data, infrastructure, and corporate knowledge into real operational intelligence.

One of the key messages of the event was clear: the future of banking will belong to institutions that can connect innovation with measurable business value.

During the forum, BS/2 presented its new AI & Data-driven product line, centered around FusionAI.iQ — a corporate intelligence platform designed to help banks activate internal knowledge, improve access to information, and support faster decision-making.

The event also highlighted the evolution of self-service banking. ATMs are no longer just cash devices, they are becoming intelligent digital touchpoints that connect physical infrastructure with online banking services and create a more seamless customer experience.

Security was another major focus. As banking ecosystems become more complex, resilience now means much more than cybersecurity. It requires secure infrastructure, reliable communication channels, physical protection, biometric technologies, and responsible digital asset regulation.

Key takeaways from Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026:
- AI is moving from experimentation to real business impact.
- Corporate knowledge is becoming a strategic asset.
- ATMs are evolving into digital banking platforms.
- Security must be approached as ecosystem resilience.
- The strongest financial institutions will be those that connect data, automation, infrastructure, and customer trust.

Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026 showed that the next stage of banking transformation is already underway. And it will be shaped not by technology alone, but by the ability to turn it into intelligence, efficiency, and value.
A sincere thank you to all speakers, partners, banking representatives, and guests who shared their expertise, practical cases, and insights throughout the event.

Special thanks to our speakers and panel discussion participants!

Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026 is now underway in Tashkent!

We’ve just wrapped up the first half of the forum, and the momentum here is only growing.

Throughout the day, banking executives, fintech experts, and technology partners from across the region have been actively exchanging experience, discussing local market challenges, and exploring how financial institutions are adapting to rapidly changing customer expectations and technologies.

The forum atmosphere combines expert dialogue, live networking, technology showcases, and ongoing conversations around AI, digital banking infrastructure, automation, cybersecurity, and payment innovation. This is happening both onsite in Tashkent and through the online broadcast followed by part of the regional audience.

Today’s panel discussions and networking sessions have already sparked dozens of practical conversations between banks, partners, and technology providers, turning the forum into a space not only for presentations, but also for real collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Sharing moments from Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026 ↓

Tomorrow, the regional banking community convenes in Tashkent for Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026!

Hosted by BS/2, this year’s forum brings together representatives from 56 organizations, out of which 35 are banks, for a day dedicated to technology insights and regional knowledge exchange.

Our agenda focuses on the critical forces shaping the future: AI and data-driven strategies, digital self-service, automation, payment innovation, cybersecurity, and customer trust.

We are proud to feature an exceptional lineup of speakers, including Yuliya Kim, Executive Director of Freedom Bank, Roman Tsvetov, Portfolio Manager / Senior Project Manager at Kapitalbank, and Islam Diyarov, Deputy Chairman of the Board and General Specialist of the Cards Emission Group at HUMO, who will share their expertise on digital transformation and the evolution of the local technology ecosystem.

Idrakas Dadašovas, Founder and Chairman, The Penki Kontinentai Group, will also take the stage to explore the strategic role of AI, Machine Learning, and DSS technologies in modern banking.

As highlighted in the agenda, our four panel sessions will bring together expert moderators and contributors to explore the challenges of the regional market and the solutions driving change. This will include in-depth discussions on infrastructure resilience and security, featuring insights from various esteemed industry partners.

Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026 is more than a forum; it is a platform for dialogue, strategic partnership, and a shared vision for the next generation of banking.

We look forward to welcoming you to Tashkent.

Banking innovation is built through strong partnerships 🚀

As we approach the international forum Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026, we are proud to introduce the technology partners and industry associations that will contribute to this year’s event.

Together, they represent key areas of the financial technology ecosystem, including banking equipment, payments, self-service solutions, security, network infrastructure, and fintech community development. Their presence will bring valuable insight into how technology is reshaping financial services and enabling more secure, efficient, and customer-centric banking experiences.

This year’s forum will welcome:
Technology partners: Diebold Nixdorf, Cashway Fintech Co., Ltd, SUNMI, Sargent and Greenleaf, Teltonika Networks, JULONG, Magner International Corp.,OBERTHUR FIDUCIAIRE SAS, Candour Identity.
Associations: Central Asian Fintech Association (CAFA) and Fintech Association of Uzbekistan.

We are proud to bring together organizations that contribute to the development of banking technologies and support professional dialogue across the region.

See you on June 3 in Tashkent.

On June 3, BS/2 will host Banking Fusion Uzbekistan 2026 in Tashkent, a dedicated forum for the banking and financial industry leaders.

The event will bring together banking leaders, technology experts and financial innovators from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan and Lithuania to explore how emerging technologies are changing the way banks operate.

The forum will focus not only on trends, but on their practical impact: how banks can improve daily operations, automate business processes, make better decisions with data, develop new service models and create more efficient customer experiences.

Key topics will include:
• Strategic dialogue between banks, regulators and system integrators
• AI in banking: from pilot projects to scalable implementation
• Data-driven business: management based on data and analytics
• Digital assets and new opportunities for financial institutions
• Banking transformation through real cases and practical experience
• Technology infrastructure for self-service banking and payment services
• Key industry trends and market growth opportunities

The agenda will feature expert-led sessions, practical case studies, peer-to-peer discussions and live demonstrations of solutions and equipment from leading global technology providers.

JW Marriott Hotel, Tashkent | 3 June 2026

A long-standing partnership continued in Hong Kong!

Last week, representatives of The Penki Kontinentai Group visited Hong Kong to attend a special event hosted by SUNMI Technology, dedicated to the company’s official listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The Group was represented by Idrakas Dadašovas, Chairman of the Board of Penki Kontinentai, and Zorzas Sarafanovicius, Executive Director of ASHBURN International.

For SUNMI, this milestone marks an important step in its growth and global development. For partners, it highlights the value of long-term cooperation — bringing technology closer to real business needs and driving digital transformation, guided by SUNMI’s Altruism Journey.

As Lin Jack, CEO of SUNMI, noted in his speech: “We connect the world through IoT, empower merchants with AI, and transform real business data into trusted digital assets through RWA. We are building a new digital credit order — not limited to one company but designed for merchants globally. Because every small business deserves a fair and meaningful future in this new order.”

For Penki Kontinentai Group, the partnership with SUNMI is built on practical value and trust. Through BS/2 solutions and ASHBURN International, we apply SUNMI solutions in areas where reliability, integration quality, payment infrastructure, and market understanding are essential, maintaining SUNMI Authorized Partner status for the third consecutive year.

We are pleased to continue this partnership with SUNMI and its partner network, and we look forward to further developing solutions that support businesses in their digital transformation.

Back from Intersect Cannes 2026, inspired and ready to act 🚀

Intersect Cannes 2026 has come to an end, and as always, we return not just with impressions, but with ideas shaped by real conversations and shared experiences.

This year’s event once again proved its value as a space where partners, clients, and industry leaders meet openly — to exchange perspectives, discuss challenges, and learn from each other across markets.

BS/2 attended together with our invited guests — Anvar Irchaev, Chairman of the Bank Council of JSCB Universal bank (Uzbekistan); Mashxurbek
Madaminjonov, Deputy Chairman of the Board of PJSB Trustbank (Uzbekistan); Sherzod Mirzaakhmedov, Manager of the Namangan banking services office at PJSB Trustbank (Uzbekistan); and Madona Tsulaia, Deputy Retail Banking Director at TBC Bank (Georgia). Being there as a joint delegation made it possible not only to follow discussions, but to reflect on them together and translate insights into practical thinking.

Throughout the event, our delegation was supported by Diebold Nixdorf’s senior leadership for the region, including Javinder Singh Gill, Vice President, Global Banking Product Management, Vice President for Asia, Middle East and Africa, and Charisma Mahajan, Head of Banking Product Sales for APAC and CEE. Their involvement once again highlights the strength of our long-term partnership and the close collaboration we continue to build across regions.

For us, this is what Intersect is really about. It reflects the level of trust, partnership, and shared direction we have developed with Diebold Nixdorf over more than 30 years — and why we continue to come back every year together with our clients.

One of the key themes across sessions was the growing role of artificial intelligence in banking and how it is being integrated into everyday processes.
As our Deputy CEO of Commerce, Nikolajs Želņins, noted: “Artificial intelligence is already becoming part of banks’ daily operations. However, its real value comes from how effectively it is applied. The human remains the key decision-maker — setting the rules and using technology to enhance efficiency, not replace it.”

Thank you to our partners, clients, and the Diebold Nixdorf team for the open dialogue and shared insights!

BS/2 at Intersect Cannes 2026 — kicking off today!

As mentioned earlier, we're proud to be part of Intersect Cannes 2026, the international banking and financial technology forum organized by Diebold Nixdorf, taking place April 22–24 in Cannes, France.

This year, at our long-time partners’ event, BS/2 is represented by Nikolajs Želņins , Deputy CEO of Commerce, together with partners and invited guests — including representatives from Uzbekistan’s Trustbank and JSCB Universalbank, as well as Georgia's TBC Bank. They are all participating in a high-level business program focused on the future of banking technology.

Intersect serves as a platform for sharing practical insights, strengthening strategic partnerships, and shaping the future of banking — and BS/2 is proud to be part of it once again.

What's on the agenda?

Today begins with a Pre-Conference Workshop — "Banking Beyond Today: Shaping Payments and Banking Journeys for the Next Chapter". An interactive session led by industry experts, focusing on payments innovation, digital customer journeys, and omnichannel banking experiences.

Over the next three days, Intersect Cannes will bring together senior banking executives and industry leaders to explore:
✦ Seamless customer journeys & smarter operational efficiency
✦ The future of cash in a digital-first world
✦ ATM network innovations & managed services
✦ AI-powered retail and self-service experiences
✦ Sustainable and resilient banking infrastructure
✦ Real-time payments & financial inclusion
✦ Diebold Nixdorf's vision and strategy for the banking industry

Speakers include banking leaders from Barclays, U.S. Bank, Capitec Bank, Geldmaat, Poste Italiane, K&H Bank, and many others — alongside Diebold Nixdorf's top executive team.

Stay tuned for updates from the event — we’ll be sharing key highlights along the way! 👇