Dubai, UAE, 7th October 2024 – The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA), the leading not-for-profit organization committed to fostering innovation and collaboration within the fintech community across the Middle East and North Africa, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with the MENA Fintech Festival (MFTF), a leading event tailored to the financial technology sector. This partnership represents a landmark initiative aimed at shaping the future of financial services and driving fintech growth throughout the MENA region.
As the Strategic Industry Partner, MFTA will play a pivotal role in the MENA Fintech Festival, set to take place from December 3–5, 2024, at the Qatar National Convention Center. This year’s festival will be an essential platform for industry leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders to share insights, showcase technological advancements, and explore cross-border partnerships that will define the future of finance.
MFTA will leverage its deep industry knowledge and expansive network to curate influential keynote speeches and panel discussions. These discussions will feature prominent experts, regulators, and thought leaders from across the fintech ecosystem, addressing the region’s most pressing challenges and opportunities in financial technology.
Furthermore, MFTA will facilitate opportunities for fintech startups, SMEs, and other stakeholders to present their cutting-edge innovations. By fostering a collaborative environment, the festival will serve as a launchpad for new ideas, products, and partnerships that will drive the region’s fintech evolution.
“We are thrilled to welcome the MENA Fintech Association as our Strategic Industry Partner for this year’s MENA Fintech Festival. Their expertise and extensive network will undoubtedly enrich the MFTF experience and help us drive meaningful discussions on the future of fintech in the region” said Malik Shishtawi, Founder & President, MENA Fintech Festival. “.
Nameer Khan, Chairman of the MENA Fintech Association, commented: “We are thrilled to be a Strategic Industry Partner for this year’s MENA Fintech Festival. This collaboration underscores our commitment to supporting the fintech ecosystem by fostering innovation, knowledge-sharing, and cross-regional collaboration. The MENA Fintech Festival offers an unparalleled platform for engaging with industry pioneers and driving conversations that will shape the future of financial technology across the MENA region.”
The MENA Fintech Festival will bring together participants from various sectors, including banking, insurance, payments, and technology. It will cover topics such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, policy and regulation, and the future of fintech. The festival will provide attendees with the opportunity to explore the latest trends, network with industry leaders, and form strategic alliances that contribute to the region’s growing fintech ecosystem.