Money20/20 Middle East 2026 is the fastest-growing fintech event in the world, taking place from 14 to 16 September 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center (RECC, Malham), hosted by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and co-organised by Tahaluf. The event brings together 38,500-plus visitors, 451 brands, 450 speakers, 1,051 investors and 157 startups from across the global financial services, payments, banking, technology and fintech ecosystem, creating the Middle East's largest commercial environment for shaping the next generation of monetary infrastructure, digital payments, investment platforms and financial inclusion strategies. The conference programme spans fintechs, government and regulators, startups, investors, Big Tech and academics, giving participants direct access to the policymakers writing the region's regulatory frameworks, the capital allocators funding the next wave of fintech growth and the technology builders constructing the payments infrastructure of tomorrow across the Middle East's fastest-moving financial market.

Professionals from across the financial and technology sectors should attend Money20/20 Middle East to gain unparalleled insights into the region's rapidly evolving fintech landscape. The event covers critical topics such as open banking, blockchain-based payments, digital identity, embedded finance, regulatory technology (RegTech), and the future of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Attendees will explore how these innovations are driving financial inclusion, reducing transaction costs, and enabling new business models across the Middle East. The conference also delves into the strategic role of artificial intelligence in fraud detection, credit scoring, and personalised financial services, as well as the growing importance of sustainable finance and ESG investing within the region.

Money20/20 Middle East is deeply aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, which prioritises the diversification of the national economy, the growth of the non-oil sector, and the creation of a cashless society. The event directly supports the Financial Sector Development Program, a key Vision 2030 initiative aimed at strengthening the Kingdom's financial infrastructure, promoting digital payments, and increasing the share of non-cash transactions to 70% by 2030. By attending, participants will gain actionable insights into how to navigate the regulatory environment, forge strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, and capitalise on the immense opportunities presented by Saudi Arabia's economic transformation. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of market trends, access to a network of decision-makers, and the knowledge needed to drive innovation and growth in the Middle East's most dynamic financial market.