Join our fintech, finance and investment panel on Nov 27

Gulf Business, the GCC’s longest-running and most established business publication, is returning with its popular ‘Business Breakfast Briefing’ series.

The event, which will take place on November 27 at Swissôtel Al Murooj Dubai (location map), promises to bring together top experts in finance, fintech, and investment to share insights into trends revolutionising the region’s financial services landscape.

Attendance is free of charge, and you can register here.

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The GCC region has indeed made significant strides in establishing itself as a global finance and innovation hub. Gulf Business is hosting a panel event to delve into the disruptive forces reshaping finance and the burgeoning fintech industry.

From digital transformation in traditional banking to the rise of innovative investment avenues, our expert-led discussions will provide attendees with actionable insights and networking opportunities to navigate the evolving GCC financial landscape.

Be inspired

From buy now, pay later (BNPL) and digital wallets to challenger banks and robo-advisory, digital technologies are reshaping the financial landscape, bringing about significant changes in how we manage money, invest, and conduct transactions.

Our event brings together industry leaders, experts, and innovators to explore the latest trends and technologies that are reshaping the future of finance. You’ll have the opportunity to:

Network with industry professionals: Connect with like-minded individuals and build valuable relationships.

Learn from experts: Gain insights from industry leaders who are shaping the future of finance.

Discover the latest trends: Stay ahead of the curve by learning about the most innovative technologies.

Explore new opportunities: Discover new use cases, business opportunities and potential partnerships.

Panel discussion:

The future of finance in the GCC

The GCC’s financial landscape is rapidly evolving, with digital transformation, market expansion, and regulatory shifts leading the charge.

This panel, moderated by Gulf Business group editor Gareth van Zyl, will explore the future of finance in the region. It will identify key trends and market drivers and provide insights into what the next decade might hold. Topics will include the impact of digitalisation on financial services, sustainability, strategies for adapting to a changing market and how the region’s financial services sector can compete globally.

Panelists

• Ahmad Khatib, Chief Business Officer at CFI
• Gataum Jain, SC Ventures, Member
• Nicholas Wright, Head of Institutional Sales, Saxo Bank
• Brijesh Shah, Chief Financial Officer, APM Capital
• Vijay Valecha, Chief Investment Officer, Century Financial Consultancy LLC
• Zoheb Hamirani, CEO and Founder, Original Bull and Bear Properties

The rise of fintech in the GCC

Moderated by Gareth van Zyl, the fintech panel will examine the rapid rise of fintech in the region, exploring key drivers, emerging regulatory frameworks, and the collaboration between traditional banks and fintech startups. Fintech is reshaping the financial services sector in the GCC, from mobile payments and digital banking to blockchain and AI-driven financial solutions.

Attendees will gain insights into the opportunities and challenges for fintech entrepreneurs and investors and understand how technology is fostering financial inclusion across the GCC.

Speakers

• Armin Moradi, CEO and Founder of Qashio
• Benito Mable, Founder and CEO of Vault22
• Legal Expert from Al Tamimi (Name TBC)

Event Details

Date: November 27, 2024

Time: 8:00 AM

Venue: Swissôtel Al Murooj Dubai

Agenda

8:00 am – Registration & Networking Breakfast

09:00 am – Welcome speech by Manish Chopra, Publisher, Gulf Business

09:05 am – Chair’s opening remarks by Gareth van Zyl, Editor, Gulf Business

09:20 am – Panel: The future of finance in the GCC

10:15 am – Q&A

10:30 am – Keynote address by Dariush Soudi, Investor, Founder, Global Speaker

10:45 am – Panel: The rise of fintech in the GCC

11:30 am – Q&A

11:45 am – Game changers presentation and closing remarks

Experience the transformative power of technology in finance. Join us and explore the latest innovations that are revolutionising the financial services sector.

Read: Gulf Business Panel: Trends impacting the fintech, finance and investment industries