Global Finance announced the Round I winners of its 27th annual World’s Best Consumer Digital Bank Awards, recognizing financial institutions leading in artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced data analytics according to the publisher. The awards program, conducted in partnership with Infosys, highlights banks meeting rising consumer expectations for speed, personalization, and security.
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“Digital banking has become one of the most important areas of focus for the financial industry, as banks expand their use of AI, automation and advanced data analytics,” said Joseph Giarraputo, founder and editorial director of Global Finance. Giarraputo noted that increasing demands for speed and seamless digital experiences drive institutions to innovate while maintaining regulatory compliance and resilience.
Winning banks are selected based on specific evaluation criteria established by the program. According to Global Finance, judges examine the strength of a bank’s strategy for attracting and servicing digital customers, success in driving client adoption of digital offerings, growth metrics for digital customers, and the breadth of product portfolios.
Pro Tip: When evaluating digital banking platforms, industry analysts look closely at tangible benefits gained from digital initiatives alongside web and mobile site design and functionality.
Judging Methodology and Selection Process
Entries for the competition are evaluated by a panel of judges at Infosys, a global leader in consulting, technology, and outsourcing, according to Global Finance data. Following the initial evaluations, the editors of Global Finance are responsible for making the final selection of all winning institutions.
Competition parameters dictate that only banks that formally entered the awards program are considered. Furthermore, awards are distributed exclusively within categories, regions, and countries that received direct submissions. Sub-category winners are determined by evaluating the relative strength and success of specific web products and services.
Upcoming Awards Ceremony in Singapore
Global Finance will honor the Round I winners at an upcoming live event. The World’s Best Digital Bank & AI in Finance Awards Ceremony 2026 is scheduled for October 13 at the Raffles Hotel in Singapore, according to event announcements.
The signature ceremony will celebrate organizations and leaders shaping the evolution of digital finance. The event is hosted in partnership with Infosys, which serves as the judging partner for the World’s Best Digital Bank Awards, and CGI, which acts as the judging partner for the AI In Finance Awards.
Did you know? This year marks the 27th year that Global Finance has named the world’s top digital banking institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who evaluates the entries for the World’s Best Consumer Digital Bank Awards?
Entries are evaluated by a panel of judges at Infosys, while the editors of Global Finance make the final selection of all winners, according to the organization.
What criteria determine the winning banks?
Winners are chosen based on strategy strength for digital customers, client adoption rates, digital customer growth, product breadth, tangible benefits from digital initiatives, and digital interface functionality, according to Global Finance guidelines.
Where will the 2026 awards ceremony take place?
The ceremony will be held at the Raffles Hotel in Singapore on October 13, celebrating winners alongside the AI In Finance and Innovators award honorees.
Who are the judging partners for the event?
Infosys serves as the judging partner for the World’s Best Digital Bank Awards, and CGI acts as the judging partner for the AI In Finance Awards, according to program details.