New Regional Fintech Partnership Brings Together Jordan FinTech Academy and MENA FinTech Association
Amman, Jordan – 30 September 2026 – Reflecting Jordan’s growing role in the regional fintech ecosystem, the Jordan FinTech Academy (Jordan FTA) at the Institute of Banking Studies (IBS) and the MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation, knowledge exchange, professional development, and stronger connections […]
MENA Fintech Association Releases Bi-Annual Regulatory Update on ADGM’s Evolving Digital Asset Framework
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 22nd September, 2026 – The MENA Fintech Association has released its latest Bi-Annual Regulatory Update Session report, providing members and the wider financial services industry with insights into the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Financial Services Regulatory Authority’s (FSRA) latest regulatory priorities, market developments, and forthcoming initiatives across digital assets and […]
Financial Services Regulatory Authority – Bi-Annual Regulatory Update Session
The Policy and Regulations Working Group of the MENA Fintech Association was privileged to join the bi-annual Regulatory Update Session hosted by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) on 19 May 2026, led by Lawrence Paramasivam and Margaret Devaney from the Policy & Legal team.
MENA Fintech Association and STORM Partners Unite in Landmark Global Alliance to Drive the Next Era of Financial Innovation
A landmark collaboration uniting industry leadership, regulatory expertise, and global innovation ecosystems to shape the next generation of fintech. Dubai, UAE – The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA), the leading not-for-profit fintech ecosystem driving innovation, collaboration, and policy dialogue across the Middle East and Africa, today announced a strategic partnership with STORM Partners, an internationally recognised […]
Central Bank of Jordan & MENA Fintech Association – Quarterly Fintech Update Session
The session formed part of MENA Fintech Association’s wider regulatory dialogue series, which brings regulators, financial institutions, fintech companies, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders into direct conversation.
THE STATE OF B2B PAYMENTS IN MENA – Roundtable Report on Awareness Gaps and Adoption Barriers
B2B payments in MENA are having their breakout moment and the only thing holding it back is awareness.
MENA Fintech Association Announces New Co-Chairs for the Africa Chapter
The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) today announced the appointment of Cyrine Sanchou and Nizar Hannachi as the new Co-Chairs of the MFTA Africa Chapter, reinforcing the Association’s commitment to strengthening collaboration, innovation, and regulatory dialogue across Africa’s rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem. Cyrine Sanchou is a Strategic Growth & Transformation Executive with extensive experience across financial […]
FSRA 2025 Annual Report Highlights
Over the past decade, Abu Dhabi has established itself as one of the world’s most dynamic centres for finance, investment and innovation.
MENA Fintech Association Announces Subcommittee Leads for Policy and Regulation Council
Four new subcommittees to drive focused industry engagement on digital assets, financial crime, Stablecoins, and payments policy. The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) today announced the leadership of four new subcommittees under its Policy and Regulation Council, marking a significant step in the Council’s efforts to deepen engagement across key regulatory and policy areas shaping the […]
MENA Fintech Association and Fireblocks Launch UAE Stablecoin Payments Playbook to Guide Institutional Adoption of Digital Payments
Dubai, UAE – The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA), in collaboration with Fireblocks, has launched the UAE Stablecoin Payments Playbook, a comprehensive industry resource designed to help financial institutions, fintechs, corporates and policymakers understand and navigate the rapidly evolving stablecoin payments ecosystem. The Playbook builds on insights shared during the industry webinar, The UAE Stablecoin Payments […]