The National Bank of Georgia (NBG) has received recognition as the leading central bank supporting innovation in the region at two international fintech forums simultaneously.

The awards, presented at the regional forums “SPRING” and “PLUS-Forum Digital Uzbekistan,” highlight international recognition of the NBG’s initiatives aimed at fostering financial innovation and strengthening Georgia’s role as not only a logistical hub within the Middle Corridor, but also as a regional financial and technology hub.

Both events are regarded among the most significant regional platforms, bringing together representatives of central banks, financial institutions, fintech companies, technology businesses, and international organizations. The forums focused on key topics including financial technologies, digital transformation, open banking, digital payments, cybersecurity, central bank digital currencies (CBDC), artificial intelligence, and regional cooperation.

PLUS-Forum Digital Uzbekistan is considered one of the largest fintech and digital economy events in Central Asia. The forum convenes representatives from both the public and private sectors, banks, international payment systems, and technology companies, with a particular focus on promoting international cooperation and supporting innovative projects across the region.

SPRING has also established itself as one of the leading innovation and technology platforms in the South Caucasus, focusing on financial technologies, startup ecosystem development, and regional connectivity.

Within the framework of both forums, the Head of the Financial and Supervisory Technologies Development Department of the National Bank of Georgia, Varlam Ebanoidze, participated in panel discussions and working sessions addressing regional financial integration, open banking, digital payments, and innovation development.

“For several years, the National Bank of Georgia has been actively promoting the development of open banking and open finance, the introduction of innovative financial services, the strengthening of the fintech ecosystem, and the digital transformation process. These awards underscore the NBG’s efforts in supporting innovation, developing modern financial infrastructure, and strengthening the country’s regional positioning. This recognition further confirms Georgia’s growing role in shaping a regional financial and technological hub. As an important part of the Middle Corridor, Georgia is increasingly positioning itself as a country that enhances financial, trade, and digital connectivity between Europe and Asia,” stated Varlam Ebanoidze.