Address : ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi
Date & Time : 08 - 09 July, 2026 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
09:00 AM - 10:10 AM
10:10 AM - 10:20 AM
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Join a “Guidance and Dialogue” session where regulators and industry experts unpack the UAE’s evolving regulatory landscape. Understand licensing expectations, AML/CFT obligations, virtual asset supervision, Travel Rule implementation and investor protection requirements across onshore and free‑zone jurisdictions, and how firms can structure compliant, multi‑asset, cross‑border operations. The discussion will also touch on evolving digital‑asset frameworks, including restrictions on certain token types, product‑intervention powers, and heightened global AML/CFT and sanctions expectations.
Moderator:
Founder & Managing Partner
KARM Legal
Panelist
Managing Director
Accu Group
Chief Executive Officer
Econova Global
Founder & General Manager
Badocco and Lemieux Legal Consultants FZ LLC - BLegal.ae
Chief Commercial Officer
Innovation City
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Moderator:
Founder & General Manager
Badocco and Lemieux Legal Consultants FZ LLC - BLegal.ae
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Vice President
VARA
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker:
Chief Business Operations Officer
MultiBank Group
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Overall, long-term success comes from strategic planning, disciplined execution, and continuous evaluation rather than short-term market momentum.
Speaker:
Sales Operations Manager
EC Markets
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Do not trade just because a post, influencer, or group says so. Check the news, understand the reason behind the move, and follow your own plan. Leverage can help you trade with less money, but it can also increase losses quickly. Use it carefully, keep positions small, and always set a stop-loss. Before placing any trade, ask yourself: do I understand the risk, how much can I lose, and am I trading because of facts or fear?
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Chief Operating Officer
ANAX Capital Financial Markets LLC
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
1. Verify Before You Copy: Only copy trade from signal providers verified by the platform or trusted third-parties
2. Look for Drawdown Data: A provider's maximum drawdown reveals their true risk management. Watch out for those who engage in reckless "revenge" trading
3. Time Tests Truth: Add accounts to your watchlist and be cautious with providers who have less than 6-12 months of trading history
Speaker:
Business Development Manager
Brokeree Solutions
12:15 PM - 12:35 PM
1. The UAE is becoming a central regulatory bridge between EU rule-making, US enforcement trends, and fast-growing financial markets across MENA and Asia.
2. Global firms must treat regulation as a strategic growth factor, not only a compliance obligation, when choosing markets, partners, and product structures.
3. EU and US regulatory pressure creates opportunity for the UAE to attract responsible innovation, institutional capital, and globally credible fintech and brokerage businesses.
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Board Member
Blackbridge Investment Swiss
12:35 PM - 12:50 PM
Prima Capital offers advanced trading solutions in forex and CFDs, combining technology, expert support, and secure platforms for all traders. Our 100% bonus doubles your trading power, giving you greater market exposure and more opportunities to maximize profits efficiently. With copy trading, clients can automatically follow professional traders, making trading accessible, time-saving, and ideal for beginners seeking consistent results.
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Business Development Manager
Prima Capital
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BDM - Team Leader
Prima Capital
12:50 PM - 01:05 PM
* Understanding the Real Drivers of the Market
* How Professional Traders Build a Market Edge
* The Psychology Behind Consistent Trading
Speaker:
Business Development Manager
Vantage
01:05 PM - 02:05 PM
02:05 PM - 02:20 PM
Speaker:
Senior Business Development Manager
VT Markets
02:20 PM - 02:35 PM
1. AI democratizes investing – Retail investors now have access to institutional-level insights through AI-powered analysis.
2. AI removes emotional bias – Data-driven decisions help reduce fear, greed, and costly investment mistakes.
3. The future is Human + AI – The best investment outcomes come from combining human judgment with AI’s speed and discipline.
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Operation and CS Director
Aurra Markets International Limited
02:35 PM - 02:50 PM
1. Institutional Adoption of Digital Assets
Digital assets are moving from retail/speculative markets into institutional portfolios, with asset managers, hedge funds, banks, family offices, pension funds, and sovereign wealth funds entering the space.
2. Tokenization of Real-World Assets
Blockchain is being used to represent ownership of real assets such as real estate, bonds, equities, commodities, private credit, and infrastructure, making ownership more liquid, accessible, and efficient.
3. Stablecoins and the Future of Global Payments
Stablecoins may reshape cross-border payments by making money movement faster, cheaper, 24/7, and nearly instant, especially relevant for global trade hubs like the Middle East.
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Director of Market Development
MEGA FUSION GROUP
02:50 PM - 03:30 PM
This panel examines how AI agents, autonomous systems powered by machine learning, transform trading by continuously scanning market data to identify opportunities, adapt strategies and execute decisions with real‑time responsiveness. Experts will discuss integrating these systems with human oversight, setting risk and governance guardrails, and enhancing execution precision through continuous learning.
Moderator:
General Manager
Nefos Consulting FZ LLC
Panelist
Financial Market Strategists Lead
Exness
Co-founder & CEO
Trading AI
Chief Technology Officer
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange
03:30 PM - 03:45 PM
03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
How U.S. policy decisions may influence global economies, trade flows, and market movements beyond America's borders.
The connections between tariffs, geopolitics, commodities, currencies, and equities, and their influence on global market dynamics.
What traders and investors can consider when navigating uncertainty, managing volatility, and adapting to rapidly changing market conditions
Speaker:
Marketing & Promotion Manager
Mitrade Financial Services LLC
04:00 PM - 04:15 PM
1. Breaks down trading through a practical, easy-to‑understand lens so traders move beyond memorizing candle patterns.
2. Explains price action as the behavior of buyers and sellers and why candles always need context.
3. Shows that strong trading decisions require discipline, preparation, and respect for risk.
Speaker:
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Founder
GrowthX Trading Lab
04:15 PM - 04:45 PM
Explore how stablecoins accelerate international trade and execution by enabling near‑instant settlement, reducing friction and costs compared with traditional payment rails, and unlocking always‑on liquidity across corridors. Speakers will discuss practical implementation approaches, real market use cases, and the impact on broker profitability, capital efficiency and global settlement workflows. They will also address how changes in the treatment of algorithmic and fiat‑backed stablecoins are reshaping product design and risk management in MENA corridors.
Moderator:
Head of Fintech
INPUT Global
Panelist
President of Stablecoin Ecosystem
ADI Foundation
Co-CEO & Co-Founder
ARP Digital
Chief Executive Officer
OFZA
Director Compliance
Lulu Financial Holdings Limited
04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Asset management is being transformed by cross-border finance, artificial intelligence, and the growing influence of institutional capital. This keynote explores how capital is flowing across an increasingly interconnected world, why leading financial centres are competing on innovation, connectivity and trust, rather than size alone, and how the role of asset management is evolving from portfolio management to strategic capital allocation. Drawing on global trends, the presentation offers insights into the future of investment, capital mobility, and sustainable financial ecosystems.
Speaker:
Board Member, Chair of Finance
Canadian Business Council
05:00 PM - 05:10 PM
09:00 AM - 10:25 AM
10:25 AM - 10:35 AM
10:35 AM - 10:50 AM
1. Data-Driven Market Insights: The conclusions presented are backed by real-world proprietary data, derived from a comprehensive analysis of 28 online brokers.
2. Dominating the New Search Landscape: Modern clients use multiple channels to research brands. Building comprehensive digital authority ensures your brand remains the top recommended source across both Google and AI search platforms.
3. Authority Lowers Acquisition Costs: Establishing a dominant digital presence creates a sustainable pipeline of organic client reach, significantly reducing your reliance on increasingly expensive paid advertising networks.
Speaker:
New Business Manager
WhitePress
10:50 AM - 11:30 AM
Explore how global asset managers, hedge funds, family offices and proprietary trading firms assess GCC liquidity, market depth and execution quality across equities, FX, derivatives and alternative assets. Speakers will compare regional venues, access models and regulatory frameworks, and explain what attracts or deters institutional flows into Abu Dhabi and the wider Gulf, including how volatility and energy‑price dynamics influence allocation, risk limits and venue choices across the region.
Moderator:
Chief Executive Officer
Lewis-Simpson Partners Capital Group
Panelist
Group Chairman
Vertix Holdings
Finance Lead
HUB71
Managing Director
GCEX
11:35 AM - 11:50 AM
How digital assets are going to transform the investments, banking, real estate and commodities business
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Chief Executive Officer
Al Fardan Corporation
11:50 AM - 12:05 PM
How AI is reshaping the future of CFD trading and investing.
Why human judgment remains the ultimate competitive advantage.
What brokers and traders must do today to prepare for tomorrow's markets.
Speaker:
Head of Product Implementation
Traders Hub Currency Brokerage LLC
12:05 PM - 12:20 PM
• Retention is the new growth strategy for brokers.
• IB ecosystems outperform traditional referral models.
• Relationships and community drive long-term trader engagement
Speaker:
Sales Manager & Market Analyst
EC Markets
12:20 PM - 12:40 PM
In a crowded brokerage landscape, marketing is no longer just about visibility; it is about trust, education, and community. In this candid conversation, discover how leading brokers are rethinking brand strategy, leveraging influencer ecosystems, and using data driven campaigns to attract, convert, and retain retail traders across MENA and beyond. From social media and IB partnerships to AI powered personalisation, this session unpacks what truly works in financial services marketing today.
Moderators:
Founder
The Mayor
Speakers:
Head of Fintech
INPUT Global
Chief Innovation and Web3 Marketing Officer
MultiBank Group
12:40 PM - 12:55 PM
1) Merchants can only accept CBUAE-licensed Dirham tokens like AE Coin for goods and services, already live via Network International and e&, locking everyday commerce into a regulated, AED-anchored rail.
2) Dirham stablecoins and the upcoming Digital Dirham target the UAE's AED 183bn outward remittance corridor, compressing FX spreads and bypassing correspondent banks where high fees frustrate two-thirds of residents.
3) Foreign stablecoins (USDT, USDC) stay legal purely as trading on/off-ramps for virtual assets—not payments, pushing exchanges like Bybit, OKX, and Binance toward full SCA, VARA, or ADGM licensing.
Speaker:
Partner
TLP Advisors
12:55 PM - 01:10 PM
The stablecoin market hit a quarter trillion dollars in 2025, yet it still represents less than 1% of global M2 money supply. The ceiling is not even visible yet. USDT dominates 70%+ of stablecoins volume, but institutional entrants, PayPal, BlackRock, and sovereign-backed issuers, are about to fragment that monopoly permanently. When daily stablecoin settlement volume consistently outpaces Visa and Mastercard combined, the conversation stops being about crypto and starts being about monetary infrastructure.
Speaker:
Director & Head Of Crypto
Surge Group
01:10 PM - 02:10 PM
02:10 PM - 02:50 PM
Learn practical risk techniques every retail trader must master in fast‑moving markets: position sizing, drawdown limits, realistic stop‑loss placement, and trade planning. Speakers will show how to use broker tools and simple rules to protect capital, survive volatility, and build long‑term consistency in trading.
Moderator:
Chief Executive Officer
Lewis-Simpson Partners Capital Group
Panelist
Head of Sales Department
ANAX Capital Financial Markets LLC
Senior Risk Professional
Independent
Business Development Director
Equiti
02:50 PM - 03:05 PM
Access: How ADX is connecting local and international investors to new markets. Innovation: How new products such as SSFs are expanding investment and risk-management opportunities. Liquidity: How traders and market participants help create deeper, more efficient markets that attract capital and support growth.
Speaker:
Chief Exchange Operations Officer
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange
03:05 PM - 03:20 PM
1. Visibility Creates Opportunity In today's market, expertise alone is not enough. Founders who consistently share their knowledge and story build credibility, attract opportunities, and become the preferred choice in their industry.
2. Trust is the Foundation of Growth A strong personal brand helps establish trust at scale. When people connect with the person behind the business, they are more likely to become customers, partners, investors, and advocates.
3. Influence Can Be Built Systematically Personal branding is not about fame it's about positioning. By sharing valuable insights consistently, professionals can transform their expertise into influence that drives measurable business results.
Speaker:
Founder
The Mayor
03:20 PM - 04:00 PM
Discover how Abu Dhabi’s regulated digital‑asset framework is shaping the next wave of trading venues, liquidity and institutional adoption. Speakers will explain licensing expectations for digital‑asset businesses, product approval for spot, derivatives, stablecoins and tokenised assets, and how exchanges, brokers and market‑makers are building compliant yet competitive crypto trading offerings for regional and global clients. The session will also consider how updated rules for virtual assets and stablecoins, including product‑intervention tools, influence market structure and business models.
Moderator:
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Chief Executive Officer
OFZA
Panelist
Founder & General Manager
Badocco and Lemieux Legal Consultants FZ LLC - BLegal.ae
Chief Digital Asset Officer
Pay10
Founder - CEO
Pegasus Capital Investments
Founder & CEO
Time Guardian | Athar
04:00 PM - 04:15 PM
1. PayFi & Stablecoin Payments | The GCC Opportunity
How Athar Finance is bridging the gap in cross-border payments by enabling instant stablecoin settlements for merchants, banks, and PSPs across the GCC, replacing the traditional 3–5 day, 5–8% fee model with real-time rails.
2. Digital Legacy & Blockchain-Secured Wealth Transfer
How Time Guardian is addressing the $68 trillion generational wealth transfer challenge by securing digital assets, documents, and memories on blockchain, ensuring families never lose access to crypto, accounts, or legacy data.
3. Women in Fintech Leadership | A Competitive Advantage
Why gender diversity in financial services is a business imperative: female-led fintechs show 35% higher customer retention, women control $31.8 trillion in global consumer spending, yet only 7% of fintech founders globally are women.
Speaker:
Founder & CEO
Time Guardian | Athar
04:15 PM - 04:30 PM
Innovation Creates Opportunity Identifying market inefficiencies and leveraging emerging technologies can create scalable businesses, unlock new revenue streams, and deliver meaningful value to customers and investors alike. Relationships Drive Capital Successful fundraising is built on trust, credibility, and strategic partnerships. Strong networks and long-term relationships are often more valuable than capital itself. Think Globally, Act Strategically The greatest opportunities exist across borders. Entrepreneurs and investors who understand international markets and execute with discipline can achieve exceptional growth and impact.
Speaker:
Chief Executive Officer
Lewis-Simpson Partners Capital Group
04:30 PM - 04:40 PM
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
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Venue : ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi
Time and Date: 08-09 July 2026 10:00AM - 6:00PM
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