The iFX EXPO Dubai 2025, an event for online trading in the MENA region, will take place from January 14 to 16, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This annual event focuses on B2B and B2C interactions within the financial and trading sectors, providing a platform for professionals to connect, exchange knowledge and engage in industry discussions.
The expo is set to attract over 7,000 participants from 120 countries, representing more than 1,600 companies. With a roster of 100 industry experts confirmed as speakers, the event aims to facilitate collaboration and innovation for professionals in trading, brokerage, fintech and other related fields.
The educational component of the event is a significant draw, offering sessions led by industry leaders such as Nameer Khan, Chairman of the MENA Fintech Association, Ahmed Allam, Financial Expert at HH The Ruler’s Court of Dubai, Kavish Ahuja of Payoneer and Prasad Khambalikar of Oracle. Discussions will cover key topics, including payment solutions, fintech innovation in MENA, currency trends, startup success strategies and the evolving role of proprietary trading in the UAE.
In addition to educational sessions, the expo provides opportunities for businesses to foster partnerships, generate leads and gain insights into emerging market trends. Panel discussions, Q&A sessions and presentations will address industry challenges and opportunities, creating a hub for professional growth and strategic collaboration.
Several major financial firms have committed to supporting the event as official sponsors. Companies such as Exness, TradeLocker, Vantage, TradingPRO, Centiwise, CPT Markets nand FundingPips are among those involved, reflecting the event’s prominence in the financial world.
To accommodate participants, organisers have arranged special travel and accommodation offers. Emirates is offering discounts of up to 10% on flights to Dubai for attendees travelling between January 9 and January 21, 2025, using the promotional code ‘EVE625F.’ Return travel must be completed by January 31, 2025. Additionally, discounted rates for accommodation are available at 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central, located near the event venue.
Attendees are encouraged to secure their spots early, with registration already open. The early bird offer for specific categories, including PSPs, technology providers, service providers and media representatives, expires on December 5, 2024. Further details about registration and pass categories are available on the event’s website.
As Dubai continues to position itself as a key financial hub in the region, the iFX EXPO provides a platform to explore new opportunities and discuss the future of trading, fintech and financial services across MENA. The event underscores Dubai’s growing influence in the global financial landscape.