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QNB Group Boosts Innovation at Web Summit Qatar 2025

The second edition of Web Summit Qatar 2025 has concluded, marking a significant step for QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa. The bank reaffirmed its dedication to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of financial technology by signing three strategic memoranda of understanding.

These agreements were established with key players such as the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), Qatar Development Bank (QDB), and Rasmal Ventures. They highlight QNB's role in shaping the future of finance and enhancing Qatar's position as a central hub for FinTech and digital transformation.

Through these MOUs, QNB aims to pave the way for new opportunities for startups, SMEs, and tech-focused enterprises, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for digital innovation. The partnerships focus on accelerating the adoption of FinTech systems, encouraging investments, and fostering collaborations that enable financial inclusion and promote economic growth.

• - Collaboration with QFC: QNB will facilitate access to banking infrastructures for FinTech firms, supporting innovations in digital assets, tokenization, and embedded finance to enhance their growth.
• - Joint Initiatives with QDB: The collaboration aims to promote Qatar's entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing funding opportunities and alternative financing models for FinTech ventures.
• - New Pathways with Rasmal Ventures: This partnership aims to create avenues for venture capital investment, providing increased support for high-potential startups and fostering the adoption of the latest financial technologies.

Abdulla Mubarak Al-Khalifa, QNB Group CEO, stated, "Our strategic partnerships at Web Summit Qatar 2025 reflect our unwavering commitment to advancing digital finance and promoting a dynamic FinTech ecosystem. By working closely with key financial and investment partners, QNB strengthens Qatar's role as a global financial center and opens new opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital economy."

Web Summit Qatar 2025 provided an ideal platform for QNB to engage with global industry leaders, share insights, and showcase its commitment to innovation and sustainability. Through thought leadership sessions, interactive applications, and strategic partnerships, QNB reinforced its role as a trusted financial partner driving the next wave of banking transformation.

Notably, QNB Group stands as one of the leading financial institutions in the Middle East and Africa, and it is recognized among the most valuable banking brands in the regional market. The company operates in over 28 countries across Asia, Europe, and Africa, delivering innovation-driven products and services supported by a team of more than 31,000 professionals dedicated to achieving excellence in global banking.