Technology roadmap for the fintech industry


Bolatan G. İ. S., Öcal N., Ger S., Cirlak S., Aktaş F. S., Kuzu Y. E., ...More

in: Handbook of Technological Forecasting and Roadmapping, Edward Elgar , pp.390-401, 2026 identifier

  • Publication Type: Book Chapter / Chapter Research Book
  • Publication Date: 2026
  • Doi Number: 10.4337/9781035330850.00028
  • Publisher: Edward Elgar 
  • Page Numbers: pp.390-401
  • Keywords: AI, Data Security, Digital Banking, Digital Payment, Digital Planet, Digital Wallet, Fintech, Global Expansion, Innovation, Market Drivers, PESTEL Analysis, QFD Analysis, SWOT, Technology Roadmap, Traditional Financial Institutions
  • Yıldız Technical University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

The fintech industry has undergone rapid transformation in recent years, fueled by advancements in technology and changing consumer expectations. This article presents a comprehensive analysis of the current landscape of the fintech sector and proposes a forward-looking technology roadmap to guide its future development. The article begins with an overview of the current state of the fintech industry, highlighting key trends in market dynamics. It then delves into the challenges faced by fintech companies, emphasizing the need for market drivers to ensure the industry's sustainability and resilience. The proposed market driver and product feature roadmap outlines a phased approach to the incorporation of emerging technologies into the fintech ecosystem and its impacts. This comprehensive study of the technology roadmap for the fintech industry provides valuable information to industry stakeholders, policymakers, and researchers looking to navigate the evolving landscape of financial technology. Integrating cutting-edge technologies and creating collaborative frameworks is vital to unlocking the full potential of fintech and ensuring its positive impact on the global economy.