Thank You, London: finera. at iGB L!VE 2026

iGB L!VE 2026 is officially wrapped, and what a couple of days it has been.

From 1 to 2 July, the global fintech community came together at ExCeL London for one of the most leading operator-focused events in the industry calendar. With thousands of professionals, hundreds of exhibitors and decision-makers from around the world under one roof.

At iGB L!VE, the finera. experience was defined by more than just our technology and payment solutions. It centered on meaningful conversations and human connections, as we discussed how our payment orchestration platform may help merchants in performance-driven industries navigate the complexities of the modern global payments environment.

Through these conversations, it became clear that while every discussion was different, several common themes emerged throughout the event.

Payment Performance Remains a Priority

One topic consistently appeared across discussions: payment performance.

Operators continue to focus on approval rates, transaction reliability, and payment experiences that support customer retention.

As competition increases across markets, even small improvements in payment performance may contribute positively to business outcomes, making payment optimisation an increasingly important strategic consideration.

Growth Brings Complexity

Many businesses are expanding into new markets and introducing additional payment providers, methods, and regional capabilities.

While growth creates opportunity, it also introduces complexity.

Managing multiple PSPs, integrations, and payment flows remains a challenge for many operators, particularly those operating across several regions.

This is one of the reasons payment orchestration continues to gain attention as businesses look for greater visibility, flexibility, and control.

Localisation Continues to Shape Payments

Another recurring theme was the growing importance of local payment relevance.

Consumer expectations vary significantly from market to market, and businesses increasingly recognise the importance of offering payment experiences that feel familiar to local audiences.

Whether through local payment methods, alternative payment options, or region-specific provider strategies, localisation remains a key factor in payment performance.

Infrastructure Is Becoming a Strategic Advantage

Payments are no longer viewed solely as an operational requirement.

More businesses are treating payment infrastructure as a competitive advantage.

Conversations increasingly focused on scalability, flexibility, and building payment ecosystems capable of supporting future growth without adding unnecessary complexity.

Long-term growth may benefit from the capacity to integrate various providers, refine routing through tools like smart routing, and adapt to  shifting market dynamics.

Technology Matters. So Does Support.

Another theme that surfaced repeatedly was the importance of having the right people behind the technology.

Businesses are looking for more than infrastructure alone. They want access to specialists who understand their setup, respond quickly when challenges arise, and proactively help identify opportunities for improvement.

Whether discussing approval rates, provider performance, market expansion, or payment strategy, many operators highlighted the value of having a trusted partner alongside their internal teams.

At finera., this is supported through dedicated account management and 24/7 expert support, giving our partners access to both the technology and the expertise needed to support their growth.

Thank You to Everyone We Met

To everyone who met with our team, shared insights, or spent time with us at Booth S40, thank you.

The conversations, insights, and perspectives shared throughout the event provided valuable insight into the priorities shaping payments across the industry:

• Businesses are increasingly looking for higher approval rates, greater flexibility, and more scalable payment infrastructure.
• We look forward to continuing these discussions and exploring how we can support  our partners in navigating upcoming opportunities.

Looking Ahead

iGB L!VE is one of the highlights of the finera. events calendar, and as the industry continues to grow, so do the expectations placed on payment infrastructure.

At finera., we remain focused on helping businesses manage complexity through smart payment orchestration, broad coverage across supported markets, local payment relevance, and dedicated support.

We look forward to continuing the conversations started in London and connecting again at future industry events.

In the meantime, if payment infrastructure is a live conversation for your business, the finera. team is available to connect year-round, not just when there's a show floor.

Talk to a finera. payment expert.

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