There is a strong need to improve the competitiveness of the European FinTech sector, creating a common regulatory approach across the countries encouraging innovations in the application of big data, artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies, while authorities and researchers assess their risks and potential. Besides, the conference aims at advancing research that focusses on the link between financial markets and the real economy. Further, it will provide a forum to discuss the changes in the business models in the era of FinTech. Topics suitable for the conference, but are not limited to, the following: Algorithmic trading, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Big Data, Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Crowdfunding, Systemic risk, Peer-to-peer Lending, Robo-advising.