FICO World 25 Turns Spotlight on Credit Innovation in Financial Services

FICO World 25 at the Diplomat Hotel in Hollywood, Florida, is the place to be on May 6-9, 2025.

More than 50 organizations encompassing professionals from banks, fintechs, telcos, and retailers, among others, from every corner of the globe will participate in the event over these four days. From risk managers to marketing strategists to data scientists, there is a session and a solution at FICO World 25.

The conference is equally a learning and an inspirational event. It offers world-class speakers and extensive material about decision optimization, coupled with lively, real-life examples that shatter boundaries over what may be possible in consumer credit and risk.

Attendees will also have access to a full program of networking, innovation spotlights, and industry content.

It’s at an easily accessible location with on-site accommodations, conference facilities, and plenty of opportunities to mix business with play. It’s a relaxed place for returnees, with just enough formality and warmth.

A Global Summit of Industry Leaders

The attending organizations will represent a broad spectrum of industries. Expect to have meetings with top banking executives, new fintech entrants, fraud detection experts, and analytical technology vendors, among many more. The event will be a convergence point for all interested in consumer credit’s future.

FICO World 25 is organized into focused tracks that deal with issues influencing lending’s future.

Responsible AI use in financial services, fraud reduction programs, customer-centric digital transformation, alternate data, and automated decision-making are all topics that will be addressed. They will appeal to everyone who works with subprime credit.

A Broad Variety of Speakers

A robust program of speakers is just one of many factors that make FICO World unique. Attendees can expect to hear from keynote speakers Nate Silver, Jeremy Utley, and Jordan Ellenberg. Guests will also enjoy fireside chats from executives and thought leaders who are molding tomorrow’s financial decisions. 

While the full roster of speakers is still being announced, FICO executives and guest presenters from international organizations will take center stage to deliver actionable information and best practices.

“We are hosting FICO World at a time of unprecedented change in the world,” said Nikhil Behl, president of Software at FICO. “It’s never been more important to learn from your peers around the world, to see the latest technology for increasing your agility, and to meet thought leaders who are changing their industry.”

Behl continued, “The quality of our speakers demonstrates the huge importance of this conference to businesspeople navigating digital transformation, AI adoption, and changing customer expectations.”

Credit Industry Sessions Not to Miss

Several sessions stand out for professionals responsible for increasing credit availability and dealing with subprime consumers or those with poor credit scores, including:

• FICO® Score Fundamentals: A Master Class for U.S. Lenders: Join FICO experts to gain insight into how FICO® Scores are calculated for U.S. consumers and used by lenders.
• Fighting Supervillains — Battling the Rise in Card Fraud: Discuss how changing payment landscapes are still leaving the doors open to card fraud.
• Addressing Underwriting Needs with Advanced Predictive Climate Risk Scoring: Discover powerful resources that can help you protect your portfolios and plan for the future. 

FICO World 25 not only offers information — it’s an opportunity for guests to engage, discover fresh strategies, and go home ready to put new solutions into use.