• Why is the banking landscape facing a period of such rapid transformation
• What major trends do you anticipate will shape the future of payments?
• How do we see the payments industry evolving over the next five years?
• Is the decline of cash and increasing reliance on digital approaches a threat or opportunity for banks?
• how banks extend beyond traditional services to offer tailored solutions and forge innovative partnerships that drive growth and impact.
• Bringing open banking to Jordan: where are the greatest opportunities?

In recent years, Levant and North Africa has embarked on a transformative journey to modernize its banking and fintech sectors. Despite numerous challenges, the Levant and North Africa  has achieved remarkable milestones that have laid the groundwork for a more inclusive and innovative financial ecosystem. This topic will highlight progress in the banking and fintech industries, provide a vision for the future, and outline the critical enablers needed to drive further growth and success.

This session will cover the rapid evolution of Central Bank Digital Currencies and their implications for the banking sector and fintech companies. Case studies from pioneering countries will provide insight into the future landscape.

This panel will explore the transformation of digital wallets into multifunctional financial tools. Experts from leading wallet providers, banks, and payment platforms will discuss the growing role of wallets in the financial ecosystem. The panelists will also delve into the security aspects of digital wallets, including the use of biometrics and tokenization, and how wallets can foster financial inclusion by serving the unbanked.

This session explores how fintech innovations are transforming financial inclusion by providing underserved communities with greater access to financial services. Expert will discuss the vast opportunities fintech presents in bridging the financial gap, alongside the key challenges—such as regulatory hurdles, digital literacy, and infrastructure—that must be addressed to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth.

As Levant and North Africa  embraces the digital age, the region stands at the cusp of a financial revolution. This panel will explore key strategies to accelerate the growth of e-commerce and digital payments in Levant and North Africa , focusing on reducing reliance on cash-on-delivery (COD), increasing Point-of-Sale (POS) systems, and strengthening digital banking solutions and digital wallets. The discussion will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and financial innovators to identify actionable steps to foster a thriving digital economy.

This session will highlight how digital tools are revolutionizing micro-finance by providing greater financial access to underserved communities. This will provide successful insights of how fintech startups are bridging the gap, enhancing financial literacy, and offering innovative solutions like mobile-based micro-loans and savings accounts to low-income populations.

Discover the latest advancements in payment technology that are revolutionizing how transactions are conducted. From contactless payments and digital wallets to cross-border payment innovations, this theme explores how new solutions are redefining the payment experience..