Virtual Stage

Introduction

Keynote Presentation

Stage Host

Tim Curtis

Executive Presentation

Merchant Country Leader MEA

Tausif Ahmed

Stablecoins & the UAE: Transforming Payments, Trade & Financial Inclusion

Fireside Chat

Director, Business Solutions & Advisory (EMEA)

John Hallahan

<p>This panel will delve into innovative strategies that are shaping the future of financial technology. Experts will discuss the evolving landscape of FinTech, including emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and successful business models. Topics will cover strategic approaches for scaling FinTech solutions, navigating regulatory challenges, and leveraging partnerships to drive growth and enhance customer experiences.</p>

FinTech Strategies

Panel Discussion

Embedded Finance Commercial Lead

Paulius Lastas

Senior President

Dipu KV

MENA Head of Data, Technology, Automation and Testing (DTAT)

Conor Lane

Networking Break

AI-Powered Personalization: Real-World Success in Enhancing Investor Experiences

Chief Product Owner, Nemo

Nicholas Scott

The Future of Digital Banking with Santander

Chief Transformation Officer & Director of Financial Crime

Jas Narang

Explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the financial technology sector. This discussion will highlight how AI is revolutionising areas such as fraud detection, personalised financial services, and automated trading. Panelists will share insights on the implementation of AI technologies, the benefits they bring to financial institutions, and the challenges of maintaining data security and ethical standards in AI applications.

AI in FinTech

Chief Investment Officer

Biswajit Dasgupta

VP of Fintech Market Research at Juniper Research

Nick Maynard

Executive Vice President, EMEA

Paul Donnelly

ED & Head, Technology Services Management, Technology & Operations, Corporate & Investment Banking

Kashif I. Khan

The roles of Web3 and Fintech in the emerging AI Economy

Chief Product Officer at Pairpoint By Vodafone

David Palmer

Founder & CEO

Dina Ghobrial

<p>This panel will examine the evolving landscape of digital banking and its future trajectory. Experts will discuss the latest advancements in digital banking technologies, customer expectations, and the competitive pressures driving innovation. Key topics include the rise of neobanks, the integration of advanced digital tools, and strategies for enhancing customer engagement and operational efficiency in the digital era.</p>

Future of Digital Banking

CIO | Markets & Securities Services MENAT

Linoy Kidd

Head of Payments Go-to-Market, MENA & TCIS

Cem Soydemir

Chief Digital Officer, International Businesses, Prudential Financial

Niki Kouri

Global Head of Cash Management Product

Fernando Pacheco

Transforming Insurance with Generative AI

Global Head Insurance Digital Core

Pradeep Singh

End of Day

FinTech LIVE Dubai returns for a virtual event on the 6th May 2025 to bring together C-suite, V-suite, and Director-Level Finserv, Banking, and Insurance executives from large-scale organizations across the Middle East & Africa. With over 1,000 virtual participants expected across the event, FinTech LIVE Dubai offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with and learn from the leading executives in the largest companies.

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