The Islamic Fintech Forum 2026 is the 5th edition of a premier global gathering dedicated to Shariah-compliant digital finance innovation. Taking place in Dubai on 11–12 February 2026, this event brings together fintech startups, Islamic banks, regulators, and investors to explore how the convergence of fintech and Islamic finance can unlock new markets, digital models, and value chains. With a strong focus on partnership, growth and regulatory alignment, attendees will engage in keynotes, panels, startup showcases and networking designed to advance the future of Islamic digital finance.

Key Highlights

• A gathering of 2,000+ fintech, banking and Islamic-finance leaders exploring digital innovation in Islamic finance.

• Strategic sessions on Shariah-compliant fintech models, Islamic digital banking, wealthtech, insurtech and blockchain applications in Islamic finance.

• Startup-showcase and innovation awards dedicated to identifying and rewarding fintech solutions aligned with Islamic finance principles.

• High-value networking opportunities connecting founders, corporate execs, investors and ecosystem enablers across the Islamic-fintech landscape.

Who Should Attend?

• Founders and CEOs of fintech startups targeting Islamic finance markets or developing Shariah-compliant solutions.

• Senior executives from Islamic banks, fintech divisions, wealth managers and insurtech firms seeking digital innovation aligned with Shariah rules.

• Investors, venture capitalists and private equity professionals focused on Islamic-fintech growth and emerging markets.

• Regulators, Shariah scholars and policy-makers seeking to understand fintech trends and regulatory frameworks in Islamic finance.

• Strategy, innovation and business-development leaders from the MENA region and globally aiming to capitalise on the intersection of fintech and Islamic finance.

Main Features

• Panel discussions & keynotes: covering the evolution of Islamic digital finance, regulatory frameworks, fintech-bank partnerships and ecosystem growth.

• Startup showcase & awards: celebrating innovation in Shariah-compliant fintech through dedicated categories and investor-matchmaking.

• Networking & strategic sessions: bespoke matchmaking, corporate-startup link-ups, investor-founder forums and regional ecosystem expansions.