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
