About FiNext Awards & Conference 2026
The FiNext Awards & Conference returns to Dubai for its 8th edition on February 11, 2026. This global gathering brings together leaders from FinTech, financial services, banking, technology, and investment sectors for a day of insights, recognition, and collaboration.

Event Details

Date: 11 February 2026

Location: Dubai, UAE

Website: https://www.finextcon.com

Key Highlights

Visionary keynote speakers from leading global organizations

High-impact panel discussions on fintech, digital banking, cybersecurity, blockchain, AI, and Web3

FiNext Awards recognizing excellence in finance and technology

Curated networking with global decision-makers

Companies Attending

Nasdaq – global financial markets operator with a representative speaker

Forus International – fintech executive presence

Sanadak – fintech platform represented by CTO

PayModum – digital payments company

Neoleap – fintech solutions provider

Quadcode Brokerage Solutions – brokerage services

FinTellect AI – AI-in-finance innovator

Woodcoin – blockchain/crypto platform

UAE Ministry of Finance / Ministry of Economy – government economic/finance bodies

Corum 8 – finance and technology services

GuavaPay – payments technology

Satocci – fintech platform

BMBWeb3 Ventures – Web3 & investment

Speaker Line-up

Christelle El Metni – Senior Relationship Manager, FinTech

Ankit Lathigara – Senior Director, Client Delivery, Nasdaq

Dr. Bruce Foyle – Industry Expert & Advisor, Financial Services & Technology

Kay French – Senior Executive & Consultant, FinTech & Digital Transformation

Max Lighter – General Manager, MENA & CIS Region

Nadeem Asif – Senior Business Leader, Banking & Financial Services

Dr. Jaslyin Qiyu – Managing Director, Mad About Marketing Consulting

Kevin Connelly – Executive Leader, Global Financial Services

May Brooks-Kempler – Cybersecurity Expert & Advisor, Information Security & Risk

Message from the Founder
Anas Jawed – Founder & CEO, Next Business Media

I’m excited to introduce Finext Conference (FinextCon)—a global platform dedicated to the future of finance, fintech innovation, digital banking, Web3, AI, and the evolving financial ecosystem.

As part of the FiNext Awards & Conference, our mission is to bring together visionary leaders, innovators, regulators, and disruptors who are shaping the next era of financial services. FinextCon is designed to spark meaningful conversations, showcase breakthrough technologies, and drive real-world impact across the finance and fintech landscape.

Finext is more than just an event—it is a dynamic ecosystem that connects the global finance community through conferences, awards, digital platforms, and thought leadership. We are committed to fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and accelerating innovation that transforms how the world interacts with money and financial systems.

Join us on this exciting journey as we redefine the future of finance. Welcome to FinextCon—where the next generation of financial innovation begins.

Contact Information

Email: contact@finextcon.com | anas@internetshine.com

Phone: +91 88002 85521 | +91 9811192198