Category Finalists 2026

As we celebrate the 1st Edition of The Card & Payments Awards USA, here is the shortlist for 2026.

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5
Best Application of AI or ML in Financial Services
4
Best Benefits or Loyalty Scheme
3
Best Credit Card or Credit Facility
3
Best Cross-Border Payments Initiative
4
Best Customer Service
3
Best Early-Stage or Future Payments Initiative
5
Best Industry Innovation
5
Best Marketing Campaign
6
Best Payment Facility
3
Best POS Solution
4
Best Prepaid Product or Program
2
Best Product Design
4
Best Security or Anti-Fraud Development
5
Best Service to Business
5
Best Technology Integration
5
Changing Lives in the Community
5
Financial Inclusion Award

Click to view the category finalist brochure 2026!