Bahrain is emerging as a digital payments hub with the upcoming Fintech Forward 2025 (FF25) forum. The event will take place on October 8-9 at Exhibition World Bahrain, and it will bring together fintech leaders, innovators, and investors from across the globe.
Furthermore, Visa joined FF25 as a diamond sponsor, highlighting its strong commitment to Bahrain’s fintech growth. This sponsorship also demonstrates the company’s focus on secure, inclusive, and seamless digital payment solutions.
Ahmed Elkaffass, Visa’s Country Manager for Bahrain, stated that the company aims to foster innovation while working closely with industry leaders to shape fintech’s future in the region.
Organized by the Bahrain Economic Development Board, FF25 will gather startups, banks, regulators, and technology firms. In addition, the forum will explore integration, emerging trends, and collaboration under the theme “The era of integration: the maturing age of fintech.”
Moreover, Visa supports local startups, runs capacity-building programs, and launches innovative payment solutions. These efforts not only expand financial inclusion but also strengthen Bahrain’s role as a digital payments hub.
Bahrain’s fintech ecosystem is growing fast thanks to forward-looking regulations, tech-savvy talent, and strong investor interest. Consequently, FF25 builds on previous successes and provides a platform for sharing ideas and forming partnerships.
FF25 will also showcase technologies like blockchain, AI payments, and open banking. Attendees can join panels, demos, and workshops, fostering innovation and partnerships in Bahrain’s fintech ecosystem.
Experts also note that events like FF25 accelerate knowledge exchange, spark collaboration, and transform innovative ideas into practical solutions. They further illustrate how technology can strengthen cross-border financial networks.
Looking ahead, organizers plan to turn discussions into real projects. They will track progress, measure results, and encourage collaboration between public and private sectors.
Overall, Fintech Forward 2025 highlights Bahrain’s leadership in fintech. With Visa’s sponsorship, the Kingdom continues building a secure, inclusive, and innovative digital payments hub.
