India’s market regulator SEBI has launched the Securities Market TechSprint at Global Fintech Fest 2026, inviting innovators to develop technology-driven solutions aimed at strengthening investor protection, improving compliance processes and enhancing accessibility across the country’s capital markets.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in collaboration with key market infrastructure institutions and industry bodies, has announced the launch of the Securities Market TechSprint as part of Global Fintech Fest 2026 (GFF ’26). The initiative is being conducted under the theme “Innovation in Action: Shaping Securities Market for Tomorrow.”
According to the announcement, the programme seeks to leverage India’s growing technology ecosystem to address practical challenges within the securities market through innovative digital solutions. The TechSprint is designed to encourage participation from startups, technology developers and innovators focused on improving market efficiency and investor experience.
Participants have been invited to build solutions around four priority areas identified by the regulator. These include AI-powered detection of synthetic media and phishing attacks targeting securities markets, transforming regulatory requirements into operational compliance actions through agentic systems, developing a unified multi-asset investing platform for retail investors, and simplifying the preparation of IPO offer documents for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
SEBI said the initiative aims to promote greater transparency, accessibility, compliance and operational efficiency across India’s capital markets while empowering retail investors through technology-led innovation. Shortlisted participants will have an opportunity to showcase their solutions during Global Fintech Fest 2026.
In addition to industry visibility, selected innovations may also be considered for mentorship support through the SEBI Innovation Sandbox, providing further opportunities for development and testing.
The competition offers cash awards for top-performing entries. The first prize carries a reward of ₹2.5 lakh, while the second and third prizes are valued at ₹2 lakh and ₹1.5 lakh respectively. Jury-recommended entries will receive ₹50,000 each. The announcement was issued from Mumbai on June 22, 2026.
Source: This article is based on an official press release issued by SEBI (Securities Exchange Board of India)
SEBI | Launch of Securities Market TechSprint at Global Fintech Fest 2026 (GFF ’26)
