Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 15, 2025 – The 3rd edition of the Future Cross Border Payments Summit (FXB 2025), hosted by Fintership and managed by INOEX EVENTS LLC, successfully concluded at the Conrad Hotel in Dubai. The summit served as a vibrant hub for dialogue and innovation, bringing together leading voices from banks, exchange houses, fintechs, and regulatory bodies to explore the rapidly evolving cross-border payments ecosystem.

Supported by strategic partners including Foreign Exchange and Remittance Group (FERG), UAE Banks Federation (UBF), and Al Etihad Payments, the event featured a robust agenda focused on compliance & AML, digital transformation, cloud & cybersecurity, and the growing influence of fintech in reshaping financial services.

Key highlights from the summit included:

Opening keynote by Jamal Saleh, Director General, UAE Banks Federation, who emphasized the need for balancing innovation with regulatory compliance to ensure financial stability.

Insightful welcome remarks by Osama Al Rahma, Chairman, FERG, highlighting the role of AI and CBDCs in reshaping cross-border payments.

Powerful panels featuring industry leaders such as Alaa AlRousan (SWIFT), Jonathan Holman (Nebras), Aruna Bhalla (Arab Bank), Athma Rai (Al Fardan Exchange), and Ahmed Allam (H.H. Ruler’s Court of Dubai), who explored the nuances of open banking, compliance challenges, and the future of AML in the digital age.

Technology-focused sessions on digital identity, AI in payments, and digital currencies led by speakers from Facephi, HSBC, Invest Bank, and others.

The summit drew participation from key institutions including Mashreq Bank, ICICI Bank, Wall Street Exchange, Instant Cash, BitOasis, Al Ansari Exchange, Index Exchange, and Al Maryah Community Bank.

Industry Voices:

" For over 15 years, Unity has delivered trusted, regulatory-grade payment solutions across the UAE and GCC—powering local, cross-border, and now Open Finance ecosystems. As we help FIs modernize with SWIFT ISO 20022 and our Open Finance platform, 3rd FXB Summit Dubai offers a timely stage to reimagine the future of seamless, interoperable cross-border payments. “said Rajesh Mohan, Managing Director Unity Infotech

" Al Etihad Payments was glad to contribute to the conversations at FXB Summit 2025. As we continue building UAE's financial infrastructure to support secure, seamless, and efficient payments, events like this help align industry efforts to further catalyse innovations and progress.," said Andrew McCormack, Chief Operating Officer, Al Etihad Payments.

“Our industry is at a pivotal moment where the convergence of policy, technology, and purpose will define the future of financial connectivity. At Instant Cash, we see this as an opportunity to lead with clarity, collaborate with intent, and deliver solutions that are globally relevant and locally grounded. The FXB Summit is a timely and valuable platform to engage with peers, challenge conventions, and collectively shape what comes” said Sultan AlMahmoud, Chief Executive Officer, Instant Cash.

Quote from the Organizer:
“We are proud to have hosted such a dynamic edition of the FXB Summit in Dubai. The level of engagement and quality of discussions reflect the critical role of cross-border payments in global finance. Together with our partners, we look forward to continuing to drive dialogue, collaboration, and innovation,” said Shafique Ibrahim, Founder, FXB Payments Summit

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About the Future Cross Border Payments Summit
The FXB Summit is a leading global platform dedicated to accelerating innovation and collaboration in the cross-border payments space. It brings together decision-makers, disruptors, and regulatory leaders to share insights and shape the future of finance.

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