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<span>Mfta</span> Qatar

Mfta Qatar

Established in February 2024 and led by co-chair Gaurav Sachdeva, the Qatar chapter marks a key milestone in MFTA’s expansion, aiming to empower Qatar’s fintech ecosystem by connecting fintechs with businesses.
<span>Mfta</span> Saudi

Mfta Saudi

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<span>Mfta</span> Africa

Mfta Africa

Established in July 2023, the Africa Committee, led by Yacine Faqir and Karima El Hakim, connects Africa and the Middle East, driving fintech innovation, collaboration, and growth.
<span>Mfta</span> Bahrain

Mfta Bahrain

Established in June 2024, the Bahrain Chapter, led by Co-Chairs Suzy Al Zeerah and Tariq Mattar, strengthens fintech collaboration and innovation, connecting Bahrain with the wider MENA ecosystem.

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Home To Everything FinTech In MENA

The MENA Fintech is an inclusive, non profit association that fosters an open dialogue for the region’s fintech community. Bringing together all the ‘movers & shakers’ under one roof, the MENA Fintech association is the voice and nexus of the Fintech industry in MENA.

Shaping The Future Of
Financial Services In MENA

Promote MENA’s key industry initiatives through creating cross border bridges with international fintech communities for the exchange of local and global expertise
Advocating
Advocating
Provide a virtual and physical knowledge exchange platform among existing leaders and ecosystem players to grow a robust MENA fintech scene
Education
Education
Play a key role in driving positive change in the financial services industry through thematic committees aimed at challenging the status quo
Empowering Innovation
Empowering Innovation
Create an environment that encourages and enables real collaboration between stakeholders: Regulators, Corporate, Consumers, Technology vendors, Entrepreneurs, Academia and Investors
Collaboration
Collaboration

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AFTER HOURS is an exclusive social for the fintech fam by MENA FinTech Association (MFTA). Connect with the MFTA community and industry leaders. Be a part of the official fintech community social.

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How we drive impact

About the Centres

Hubs of Excellence Driving FinTech Innovation

Our Centres serve as dedicated hubs fostering collaboration, policy advocacy, and industry growth. These focus areas shape the fintech ecosystem in MENA through research, regulatory discussions, and ecosystem-building initiatives.

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Centre for Policy & Regulation
Centre for Digital Finance & Payments
Centre for Web3 & Blockchain Innovation
Centre for AI & Emerging Technologies
Centre for Sustainable & Inclusive Finance
MENA Fintech Reports

Insights Shaping the Future of FinTech in MENA

We publish in-depth reports analyzing finTech trends, regulatory developments, and emerging opportunities in the region. These reports serve as strategic resources for industry leaders, policymakers, and investors.

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FinTech, Digital Assets and Web3 in UAE and GCC
Managing Compliance Obligations in the New Age
Sustainable FinTech
Report 2023
Know Your
Customer – Vol. 5
Sustainable
FinTech Report
Embedded
Finance – Vol. 3
Stored Value Facilities – SHIFT Vol. 4
About Our Stakeholders

We collaborate with key players shaping the future of finTech

We engage with financial institutions, regulators, technology firms, investors, and thought leaders to drive finTech innovation, regulatory advancements, and digital transformation across MENA.

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Regulators &
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Technology &
Innovation
Investors &
Venture Capital
Academic &
Research Institutions

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featured voices:

Stefan Lucas
CEO at FinTech Armenia

This partnership with MFTA is a game-changer for Armenia’s FinTech industry. By collaborating with MENA’s leading FinTech ecosystem, we are working on accelerating and cross-bridging innovation and investments – integrating the Armenian FinTech market participants into the global financial ecosystem

Rehan Mark D'Almeida
CEO at FinTech Australia

This partnership marks a new era of collaboration between two thriving fintech ecosystems. By bridging MENA and Australia, we are unlocking new opportunities for startups, investors, and regulators to drive global fintech innovation and market expansion

H.E. Károly Benes
Ambassador of Hungary to the UAE

The MENA Fintech Association exemplifies innovation, collaboration, and thought leadership in the rapidly evolving fintech space. Their commitment to fostering global partnerships, such as this engagement with Hungary, underscores their pivotal role in shaping a more inclusive and future-ready financial ecosystem. We look forward to deepening our collaboration and unlocking new opportunities for mutual growth.

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What’s In It For You

Startups & Entrepreneurs

Education on specific fintech related topics via committee activities such as workshops, meetups and panel discussions.

A platform to highlight successes and business development through MFTA’s global social and networking hub.

Access to a network of supporting partners with expertise: fund raising, legal, marketing and business mentoring.

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Corporates & Financial Institutions

Work with the wider community on elevating the financial services industry through a series of dialogues and round tables involving all stakeholders – including recipients of financial services.

Highlight problem statements and get access to regional and international solutions that can support innovation strategy at FS.

A platform for business development/marketing through tailored programs to support strategic plans.

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Professionals & Academia

Networking with the wider community and key influencers for future opportunities.

Opportunity to be involved in shaping market trends through the participation in open committee dialogues as stakeholders as well as recipients of financial services. E.g.: Be part of and gain insights into key researches and surveys.

Access to a knowledge hub about the fintech industry and trends in financial services.

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Regulators & Investors

Access to the international FinTech scene via the associations alliances – knowledge exchange of propositions that worked.

Driving relevant policy and regulation to support the investor/startup community.

Have a sounding board for future policies through access to the community platforms.

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FinTech Industry Reports

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Apr 2025

Regulatory Round-Up: FinTech, Digital Assets and Web3 in UAE and GCC

This report provides an overview of key regulatory and policy developments shaping the Fintech, Digital Assets and Web3 landscape across the United Arab Emirates…

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Apr 2025

Managing Compliance Obligations in the New Age

MENA Fintech Association and azakaw are proud to introduce this practical playbook which provides a guidance for FinTech, Web3…

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Dec 2023

Sustainable Fintech Report 2023

Dive into the future of sustainable fintech with the MENA Fintech Association’s Sustainable Fintech Alliance…

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MENA FinTech Leaders

More than 60% of the GCC’s FinTech and innovation firms have chosen DIFC because we were the original pioneers in the region and provide the most comprehensive platform for start-ups and growth stage businesses.

The opportunities are vast in the MEASA region and together with the MENA FinTech Association, DIFC help firms make the most of them.

The Middle East fintech industry is at a critical juncture in which many stakeholders can play a key role in developing a collaborative and interconnected community that will thrive for years to come.

A free exchange of ideas and discussion is at the core of any successful industry and Binance sees its role in the fintech community as a driver and facilitator of progress.

By collaborating with institutions and governments to develop regulatory frameworks that invest in innovation while protecting customers, we can truly shape the future of our industry and build on the substantial progress and ambitious projects already being rolled out in the fintech space.

MENA FINTECH ASSOCIATION is commited to fostering an open dialogue for the fintech community a positive change in the region. We look forward to furthering our support for the next generation of fintech entrepreneurs.

We are focusing on what elements make up a complete Fintech ecosystem in the region, and what makes that conducive to growth.

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