Today’s rapidly evolving economic environment demands that technology play an ever-increasing role in supporting seamless transactions, mitigating risks and improving overall efficiency. In an era marked by digital transformation, over 65% of the population in the United States have adopted digital banking as of 2022. Meanwhile, the global average fintech adoption rate is 64% as of 2023 and is growing with every coming year. This article examines the critical pillars of the financial IT industry in detail including infrastructure, cybersecurity systems, cloud solutions and artificial intelligence (AI). Core Financial IT Services: Foundational Infrastructure Financial IT services encompass a suite of…