Money20/20 Middle East has announced its founding partners and key sponsors for the inaugural edition set to take place in Riyadh from 15–17 September 2025, bringing together top global financial institutions, fintech innovators, and investors to shape the future of money in one of the world’s fastest-growing economic regions.
The list of founding partners includes AlRajhi Bank, Riyad Bank, STC Bank, Saudi National Bank, Tamara, Visa, and Vision Bank, reflecting their joint commitment to advancing financial innovation across the region.
AlRajhi Bank will highlight its ambitious digital transformation journey, while Riyad Bank will showcase its automation strategy and contribution to Saudi Arabia’s Financial Sector Development Program under Vision 2030. STC Bank will demonstrate its role as a digital-first innovator, while the Saudi National Bank focuses on leadership in digital banking, cybersecurity, and AI-powered services. Tamara will address the impact of alternative payment models, Visa will emphasize secure and inclusive payment solutions, and Vision Bank will present its cloud-native infrastructure enabling advanced digital banking.
Abdulmajeed Alsukhan, Co-founder & CEO of Tamara, commented:
“Becoming a founding partner of Money20/20 Middle East puts us right where we want to be, at the centre of global fintech momentum. It’s not just about visibility, it’s about building meaningful partnerships, accelerating growth, and standing shoulder to shoulder with the industry’s boldest innovators.”
Ali Bailoun, Visa’s Regional General Manager for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Oman, added:
“Money20/20 Middle East comes at a crucial time for the region. As Saudi Arabia advances toward Vision 2030, the interplay of digital infrastructure, open banking, and inclusive innovation is transforming interactions with money. At Visa, we view this as a chance to enhance collaboration within the ecosystem and support the creation of secure and accessible payment experiences for the GCC.”
Expected to host over 45,000 attendees and 600+ investors, the event will run under the theme “Where Money Does Business”, covering topics from AI in finance to evolving regulation, inclusive innovation, and strategic capital.
