The Dubai FinTech Summit, a premier event in the world of financial technology, concluded its 2nd edition with resounding success. The Summit, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, and President of DIFC, attracted over 8,000 visitors from 118 countries around the globe.

The two-day event, organized by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), brought together an unprecedented gathering of decision-makers, including government officials, policy makers, and start-up founders. The Summit featured over 300 thought leaders participating in 125 discussions across five stages, with more than 200 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge technologies.

His Excellency, Essa Kazim, Governor of DIFC, expressed his enthusiasm for the Summit, stating, "The Dubai FinTech Summit is not just a gathering, it is a platform for transformative discussions and collective action. The Dubai FinTech Summit stands as a beacon of impact, progress, and collaboration, creating unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation."

The event witnessed the signing of over 50 Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with global financial leaders and several key announcements from attending businesses. Nik Storonsky, Founder and CEO of Revolut, announced expansion plans in the MEASA region, while State Street Global Advisors' CEO, Yie-Hsin Hung, confirmed the reopening of its Dubai offices.

Dyna.Ai, a Singapore-headquartered firm, launched operations across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, North America, and Latin America, with offices planned in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Nigeria. The company aims to transform businesses with AI solutions for digital banking, risk management, audience communication, and employee productivity.

The Summit also featured insightful presentations, including an update on the UAE's dynamic blockchain ecosystem by Crypto Oasis. According to the presentation, active companies in the sector have surged by 13% year-on-year, reaching 2,040 organizations, with a healthy mix of native and non-native blockchain companies contributing to the ecosystem.

The 3rd edition of the Dubai FinTech Summit is scheduled to take place on 7-8 May 2025, under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum. The event is designed to encourage cross-border collaboration and innovation, central to transforming the global FinTech sector and positioning Dubai as a top four global financial hub by 2033.