If you’re working in fintech in the Middle East today, you’ve probably heard a lot of talk about sustainability. It’s in investor meetings, strategy slides, and increasingly—customer expectations. But here’s the thing: sustainability means different things to different people. And how people respond to it varies more than you might think. We recently carried … Read more
The financial sector is evolving, and fintech has the power to drive change, not just react to it. In this new era, the winners won’t just be the fastest or the most innovative—they’ll be the most responsible, transparent, and ethical. And as the dust settles, it will be the fintech firms that embrace ESG, build … Read more
Abu Dhabi, UAE, & Yerevan, Armenia, March 24, 2025: The MENA FinTech Association (MFTA), the region’s leading not-for-profit industry body, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with FinTech Armenia Association, a pioneering organization and industry platform driving Financial Technology innovation in Armenia and internationally. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in fostering cross-border synergies … Read more
In a groundbreaking move set to scale fintechs across borders, the MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) and FinTech Australia have entered into a strategic partnership. This alliance aims to bridge the burgeoning fintech ecosystems of the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) and Australia, fostering innovation, expanding market access, and creating unparalleled opportunities for startups, investors, … Read more
Bahrain once again took centre stage in the fintech world with Fintech Forward 2024 (FF’24), a major event organized by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with Bahrain FinTech Bay (BFB) and the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB). The event brought together over 2,000 attendees, 900+ C-suite executives, and 60 influential speakers from … Read more
Fintech Surge 2024, the region’s most anticipated fintech gathering, took centre stage at Dubai Harbour from October 13-16, 2024. As an integral part of Expand North Star, powered by GITEX GLOBAL, this event brought together fintech pioneers, innovators, and industry leaders from across the globe. With over 100 exhibitors, 1,200 investors, and 120 speakers representing … Read more
As the world of digital assets continues to evolve, Dubai has taken a significant step forward with the issuance of the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) marketing regulations. These rules are aimed at ensuring the ethical promotion of digital assets within Dubai while fostering an environment that encourages innovation and maintains transparency. This article explores … Read more
Seamless KSA 2024, held from October 22-24 at the Riyadh Front Centre, cemented its place as a driving force in the Kingdom’s digital transformation journey. With over 600 exhibitors, 350+ speakers, and more than 25,000 attendees, this year’s edition showcased the latest advancements in fintech, e-commerce, digital payments, and embedded finance. The event also spotlighted … Read more
Inside MENA’s Fintech Future: AI, Fraud Prevention, & Regulatory Challenges On September 26th, Dubai played host to a thought-provoking morning, where Sumsub and the MENA Fintech Association tackled one of the region’s biggest challenges: Fraud Prevention and Regulation. Hosted by Sumsub and the MENA Fintech Association, the event brought together thought leaders to dive into … Read more
Understanding Global Risks Through Moody’s Lens: What do Fintechs Need to Know? In a world of rapid change and economic uncertainty, understanding global trends has never been more critical. That was the focus of the recent “MFTA x Moody’s: Navigating the Global Economy” session. Hosted by the MENA Fintech Association and led by Gaurav Ganguly, … Read more
