The fourth MENA Insurtech Summit and the first MENA Fintech Summit 2025 ran over two full days. Qatar Insurance Group (QIC Group) hosted the events, which welcomed global innovators, investors, executives, and regulators.
This year’s agenda explored the future of finance and risk. Topics included blockchain, consumer trends, regulation, and sustainable innovation. Each session focused on practical solutions and real-world collaboration.
Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal Al Thani, Chairman of QIC Group, emphasized the regional impact. “These summits prove that digital progress starts here in Doha,” he said. “We are shaping the future.”
Group CEO Salem Khalaf Al Mannai agreed. “Fintech and insurtech innovation is essential, not optional,” he said. “Qatar is ready to lead.”
One major session focused on the Qatar Financial Centre’s Digital Asset Lab. This initiative helps startups test blockchain, tokenization, and DeFi in a controlled setting. The lab promotes growth while protecting investors and maintaining integrity.
This balance between innovation and oversight makes Qatar unique in the fintech world.
Another major moment came with a dedicated Job Fair. QIC Group used the summit platform to connect young Qatari professionals with career opportunities. The fair supported Qatar National Vision 2030 by encouraging local talent in high-growth sectors.
Participants met industry leaders, gained mentorship, and explored future paths. The event proved that national development and innovation can grow together.
Overall, these summits strengthened Qatar’s global role in fintech and insurtech innovation. They also built new bridges between startups, investors, and policymakers.
As the events ended, one message was clear: fintech and insurtech innovation in Qatar is no longer emerging—it’s leading.
