Fintech Leaders Gather In Riyadh For Money20/20 The Middle East’s Inaugural Event in 2025

Money20/20a major global conference for the financial technology sector, will launch its Middle East edition in Saudi Arabia next year, replacing the successful 24 Fintech event.

The conference, scheduled for 15 to 17 September 2025 at Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center, will bring together leading fintech innovators, policymakers and investors to explore the future of payments and financial technology.

The 24 Fintech event, which debuted in Riyadh in September 2024, is the first of its kind in Saudi Arabia, marking the country’s ambitions as a major fintech hub.

Organized by Fintech Saudi and Tahalufand is governed by the main regulatory bodies including Saudi Central Bank and the Capital Market Authority, the event attracted 300 exhibitors, more than 350 investors and more than 37,000 visitors.

Building on the success of 24 Fintech and in partnership with Tahaluf, one of the largest B2B event organizers in Saudi Arabia, Money20/20 Middle East aims to expand the scale and scope of the event.

Spotlight on Money20/20 Middle East

Annabelle Mander, executive vice president of Tahaluf, commented: “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a key player in the global financial landscape, and that was revealed by the success of the 24 Fintech in September. Money20/20 is the largest brand in global fintech and now is the right time to launch its Middle East edition.

“Building on the success of 24 Fintech, Money20/20 Middle East will be double the scale, double the audience, double the speakers and double the exhibitors when we open our doors in Riyadh in September.”

Tracey Davies, president of Money20/20, also added “Our customers have made it clear – they see great potential in this region and are eager to build their presence here. With the power of Tahaluf and its ability to expand Money20/20 to in new geographies of speed, 2025 is the perfect time for us to bring this show to life and serve more customers than ever before in this lifetime that market.

Launched in 2012 in Las Vegas, Money20/20 has expanded internationally, hosting Europe in Amsterdam and Asia in Bangkok. In July 2024, INFORMATION disclosed acquisition plans Ascential, the owner of Money20/20, for $1.55billion.