Apply to attend one of our Showcase days on either Wednesday 25 or Thursday 26 November 2026 at our FCA Headquarters, 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN
Application Deadline: 23:59 GMT on Sunday 25 October 2026
The FCA's Supercharged Sandbox Cohort 2 brings together innovative firms to develop AI-powered solutions that address some of the most significant challenges facing financial services today.
Over the course of the programme, 20 firms have collaborated with leading technology providers including NayaOne, Google, Anthropic, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and NVIDIA, using advanced computing environments and cutting-edge AI tools to build, test and refine their solutions.
The Showcase marks the culmination of this journey, giving observers an exclusive opportunity to see these innovations demonstrated live and hear directly from the teams developing them.
Two days. Two different perspectives on financial innovation
The Supercharged Sandbox Cohort 2 Showcase brings together 20 firms demonstrating what they have built, tested and learned through the programme. Choose the day that best matches your interests.
Explore how emerging technologies are being applied to risk, compliance and financial crime challenges across financial services.
See how firms are exploring new technologies and agentic approaches to improve consumer experiences and reshape financial services.
Not sure which day to choose? Review the participating firms and agenda below to find the sessions most relevant to you.
See applied AI in financial services — and meet the people putting it into practice.
The Supercharged Sandbox Cohort 2 Showcase brings together financial institutions, technology companies and innovators to demonstrate how AI is being explored and applied across financial services.
See how emerging AI capabilities are being explored to empower consumers, enhance inclusion and address challenges across financial services.
Gain insight into how firms are approaching model validation, governance, risk and responsible adoption as AI develops.
Hear directly from the teams developing and testing these solutions, and engage with others interested in the future of financial services.
The Showcase is designed for professionals who want to understand the practical application of AI and emerging technologies in financial services.
If you're curious about how AI is being applied in practice, you're encouraged to apply as an Observer.
Join the Showcase as an Observer
Get first-hand insight into the innovations being developed through Supercharged Sandbox Cohort 2.
Everything you need to know about attending the Supercharged Sandbox Cohort 2 Showcase as an Observer.
Wednesday 25 November 2026
10:00–17:00 GMT
Thursday 26 November 2026
10:00–17:00 GMT
Registration opens from 09:00 on each day.
FCA London Office
12 Endeavour Square
London E20 1JN
Please bring photo ID and allow time for registration and security on arrival.
Free to attend
Places are limited and attendance is subject to confirmation. All applications will be reviewed before places are confirmed.
Apply by 25 October 2026 (23:59 GMT)
When applying, select the Showcase day that is most relevant to your interests.
Successful applicants will receive confirmation and further joining information.
Lunch and refreshments, including tea and coffee, will be provided throughout both days.
Please let us know about any dietary requirements when applying.
Photography and filming will take place during the Showcase.
If you do not wish to appear in recordings, please email superchargedsandbox@fca.org.uk to let us know.
We want the Showcase to be accessible to everyone. If you require an accessibility adjustment or have any specific requirements, please let us know when applying.
Places are limited, so submitting an application does not automatically confirm attendance. We will review applications and contact applicants with the outcome and next steps.
What is the Supercharged Sandbox Showcase? The Showcase marks the culmination of Supercharged Sandbox Cohort 2. It gives observers the opportunity to see participating firms demonstrate the AI-powered solutions they have built, tested and refined through the programme, and to hear directly from the teams developing them.
Where is the Showcase taking place? The Showcase will take place in person at the FCA's London office, 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN.
How do the two Showcase days differ? Each day has a different focus. Wednesday 25 November will explore Risk, Compliance & Financial Crime, while Thursday 26 November will focus on Consumer Outcomes & Agentic Financial Services.
Please select the day most relevant to your interests when submitting your application.
Is the Showcase being conducted under the Chatham House Rule? No. The Showcase will be held as an open forum to encourage discussion and engagement.
What is the Chatham House Rule? Under the Chatham House Rule, participants may use the information received, but must not reveal the identity or affiliation of the speaker or other participant who provided it.
How do I apply to attend as an Observer? Select Apply as an Observer on this page and complete the application form. You will be asked to select the Showcase day that is most relevant to your interests.
When is the application deadline? Applications close at 23:59 GMT on Sunday 25 October 2026.
Does submitting an application guarantee a place? No. Places are limited and all applications will be reviewed before attendance is confirmed.
We will contact applicants with the outcome and next steps shortly after the application deadline.
I have an accessibility requirement. What should I do? We want the Showcase to be accessible to everyone. If you require an accessibility adjustment or have specific requirements, please let us know when applying.
You can also contact superchargedsandbox@fca.org.uk if you would like to discuss your requirements with the team.
Does the Showcase cost anything? No. The Showcase is free to attend. Refreshments will be provided, with options for dietary requirements.
What time should I arrive? Registration, check-in and networking begin at 09:00 on each Showcase day. Presentations begin at 10:00 and the main programme concludes at 17:00.
A networking reception will take place from 17:00 to 19:00.
Do I need to bring identification? Yes. Please bring photo ID and allow sufficient time for registration and security when you arrive.
How do I get to the FCA London office? The Showcase is being held at:
FCA London Office
12 Endeavour Square
London E20 1JN
Public transport
By road
I am no longer able to attend. Can someone take my place? Please email superchargedsandbox@fca.org.uk and we will assess the request.
What if I need to cancel my application or confirmed place? Please email superchargedsandbox@fca.org.uk as soon as possible to let us know that you can no longer attend.
If you would like to nominate somebody else to attend in your place, please include their full name, email address and job title. Any replacement attendance will remain subject to confirmation.
Is there a dress code? There is no formal dress code. Wear what you would typically wear on a normal business day, such as casual or business-casual clothing.
Still have a question?
Email superchargedsandbox@fca.org.uk and the team will be happy to help.
Ready to apply?
Choose the Showcase day most relevant to you and apply as an Observer.