We’re heading into a world where cash is no longer king. This panel explores how digital wallets and contactless payments are changing the way we spend, save, and do business. We'll talk security, the role of fintech in financial inclusion, and how banks are adapting to stay in the game. Get ready to explore what a truly cashless future might look like—and how close we really are.
Forget everything you thought you knew about fintech in the Middle East and Africa—this isn’t just a payments story anymore. From digital lending and wealth platforms to insurtech, DeFi, and embedded finance, MEA is undergoing a financial revolution. With bold startups, rising consumer demand, and regulators opening new doors, the region is primed for explosive growth. Join the trailblazers rewriting the rules of money, access, and innovation—and find out why MEA is the fintech world’s next big frontier.
Gen Z doesn’t want banking—they want experiences. Raised on TikTok and one-click everything, they expect payments to be instant, intuitive, and invisible. This panel dives into how fintechs and banks are racing to meet the expectations of a generation that treats money like content: mobile-first, personalized, and always on-demand. From digital wallets to social commerce, discover how Gen Z is flipping the script on financial services—and what it takes to win their loyalty.
Forget plastic—businesses are going virtual. Virtual cards are changing the game with smarter spending controls, tighter security, and real-time tracking. This session unpacks how companies are ditching traditional payment methods in favor of streamlined, digital-first solutions that cut costs, reduce fraud, and simplify financial workflows. If you’re managing budgets or corporate expenses, this is one trend you can’t afford to miss.
