The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) is set to host its exclusive, high-level social gathering, MFTA After Hours: ADFW Edition, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Abu Dhabi. Taking place in parallel with the prestigious Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW), this premier networking reception is specifically curated for the region’s elite fintech leaders, investors, innovators, and regulators looking to forge high-impact connections and spark the next big ideas in financial services.
Event Details
- What: Exclusive Fintech Networking Reception
- When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 (6:30 PM – 9:30 PM GST)
- Where: Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Focus Areas: Fintech Leadership, Venture Capital, Regulation, Regional Financial Innovation
About The Event
MFTA After Hours is the MENA Fintech Association’s signature social event, known for bringing the fintech community together in a relaxed yet high-impact atmosphere across the region. The ADFW Edition is one of the most anticipated gatherings of the year, strategically timed to leverage the influx of global financial figures attending Abu Dhabi Finance Week. The mission is to facilitate meaningful conversation and collaboration that transcends typical conference settings, turning casual discussions into tangible opportunities and driving the future of financial technology in MENA. This is where the region’s fintech community comes alive, connecting peers and innovators to explore the latest trends and partnerships.
What to Expect
Attendees can look forward to an evening dedicated to fostering high-value connections in a uniquely curated setting:
- High-level, curated networking with senior executives, strategic partners, and policymakers from across the MENA financial ecosystem.
- An exclusive environment designed for organic collaboration and idea generation among fintech’s elite.
- A vibrant atmosphere fueled by the energy of the wider Abu Dhabi Finance Week, offering a perfect opportunity for follow-up conversations.
- The chance to connect with the event’s powerful sponsor, global payment processing giant Checkout.com.
ADFW 2025 Context
This exclusive gathering is strategically held during Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2025, the MENA region’s premier business and investment summit running from December 8 to 11. Hosted by Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), ADFW 2025 is themed around ‘Engineering the Capital Network,’ highlighting the emirate’s status as a leading global financial hub. Attending the MFTA After Hours event offers participants an unparalleled opportunity to extend the high-impact conversations sparked during ADFW’s main forums, fostering a seamless blend of formal and informal engagement.
How to Attend
Attendance for this high-level networking reception is strictly by approval only. Due to limited capacity, priority will be given to senior executives, strategic partners, and high-level figures in the financial technology sector. Interested leaders must submit a registration request via the official event page.
Request to Join: MFTA After Hours: ADFW Edition
About The Organizers
The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering innovation, growth, and regulatory advancements in the financial technology sector across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. MFTA serves as a collaborative platform, hosting events and initiatives to support startups, regulators, and established players. The evening is proudly powered by Checkout.com, a leading global digital payments network trusted by top brands worldwide for delivering high-performance payment solutions and turning payment processing into a major revenue driver.
Learn More: MENA Fintech Association
