DUBAI, UAE — The Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 concluded on Tuesday after two dynamic days of global dialogue and strategic collaboration at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. Organized by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the summit brought together over 9,000 participants from 120 countries, cementing its reputation as one of the largest and most influential fintech events worldwide.
Day 2 delivered another wave of forward-looking conversations and groundbreaking insights. It featured keynote addresses and panels from some of the most prominent figures in finance and technology. John Schindler, Secretary General of the Financial Stability Board, and Rajesh Nambiar, President of Nasscom, tackled issues surrounding financial stability, evolving regulatory frameworks, and the integration of emerging technologies in capital markets.
Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Founder and CEO of Paytm, shared the story behind building one of India’s most transformative digital payment platforms. Meanwhile, the panel “Navigating the Future of IPOs” featured global market leaders, including Eun-bo Jeong (Korea Exchange), Bonnie Y Chan (Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited), and Charlie Walker (London Stock Exchange plc), who explored the future trajectory of global capital markets and IPO strategies. Monica Long, President of Ripple, spoke about the institutional DeFi and stablecoins being the foundation of a tokenized future.
A major highlight was the Grand Finale of the FinTech World Cup, where global finalists competed on Innovation Stage 2, unveiling cutting-edge fintech solutions in a high-stakes pitch showdown. The competition emphasized the summit’s commitment to spotlighting entrepreneurial talent and innovation.
Throughout both days, the summit cultivated meaningful engagement among central bank governors, C-suite executives, policymakers, and startups, with sessions covering everything from sustainable finance to the future of blockchain, digital identity, and AI-powered banking. The event featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, startup showcases, and networking opportunities, all designed to foster collaboration and drive the next wave of fintech advancements.
Read more about the highlights from day 1 here: Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 kicks off with record attendance (May 12, 2025)
While the summit has drawn to a close, the momentum continues with the HODL by Trescon Summit, an ecosystem event under the Dubai FinTech Summit umbrella, scheduled for May 14–15, promising further exploration into digital assets and the world of crypto.