
Education

Empowering Innovation

Collaboration

Advocating
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.
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.
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.
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.


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



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.
Najila Al Midfa
CEO – SHERAA



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.
Richard Teng
CEO, Binance


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