Dubai is poised to solidify its position as a global FinTech leader as it prepares to host the second edition of the Dubai FinTech Summit. The event, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, will take place on May 6-7 at Madinat Jumeirah.
This year's summit comes amidst a booming FinTech landscape. The global FinTech sector is expected to reach a staggering USD 608 billion by 2029, while the MENA region boasts over 800 FinTech startups valued at USD 15.5 billion.
The Dubai FinTech Summit will serve as a key platform for industry leaders, investors, and startups to connect and capitalize on this growth. Attendees can expect to engage in discussions on critical themes like the future of FinTech, open finance, climate finance, and Web3.
A highlight of the summit will be the grand finale of the FinTech World Cup, where the winning startup will secure an investment of up to USD 1 million. This competition underscores Dubai's commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration within the global FinTech ecosystem.
The summit aligns with Dubai's D33 economic agenda, which aims to establish the city as a top-four global financial hub by 2033. With its focus on cutting-edge technologies and industry challenges, the Dubai FinTech Summit promises to drive financial progress not only in the MENA region but across the globe.