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The 11th annual edition of two-day ‘Middle East Retail Banking Forum and Expo’ kicked off on a high note in Dubai on Monday. Over 200 delegates from across the region are attending this high-profile event to hear what more than 30 experts in the field have to say about latest trends ushering in the ecosystem of retail banking.
Some of the thought-provoking themes that caught the limelight included market disruption in financial sectors, branch transformation, enhanced user experience and digitalisation of banking services. These were contemplated upon in detail, while drafting a future roadmap to harness most out of them, during the expo, which is deemed as one of the most established banking events of this region.
“There are so many new technologies being introduced to the market that are causing a massive digital disruption. Our aim at Retail Banking Forum and Expo is to promote a culture of innovation and have the greatest banking minds come together on a common platform to address hot topics such as the ecosystem of digital banking, branch transformation and changes in customer behaviour, among many other perennial subjects,†said Alex Heuff, Exhibition Director.
The expo gathering brought together hundreds of great minds, including CEOs, CFOs, MDs and directors, from the regional and international retail banks to tackle the latest innovations and best offerings in
financial services technology. Through this conference, they have put a step forward to discuss the most sensitive issues surrounding the retail banking sector in the Middle East and in the wider region.
“I am excited to see and hear what our speakers and exhibitors are bringing to the table. We are expecting this two-day conference to surpass all previous editions. There would be more than 30 industry experts, covering over 25 sessions, and we are expecting over 1000 attendees,†pointed out Heuff.
Running alongside the forum is a dedicated exhibition showcasing the latest technological products and services. More than 30 international exhibitors are participating and representing the best of what the industry has to offer. Some of the big names include Misys, InfoSys, Backbase, Qlik, Sutherland Global, CRIF D&B, VASCO, ebankIT, Experian and Innofis.
This year’s forum, which is being held at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), also features top industry minds and top-notch speakers from across the region. Visitors to the Expo are having an access to specialised open sessions on interesting topics focussing upon alternative payment technologies, Fintech and Bitcoin.
