Manama: Bahrain Bourse (BHB), BENEFIT, SINNAD, GFH Financial Group, and Bede Bahrain have joined Fintech Forward 2026 as Platinum Sponsors, reflecting the standing the forum has gained among the Kingdom of Bahrain's leading financial and technology institutions as a leading platform for dialogue, partnership, and innovation in fintech.
According to Bahrain News Agency, since its launch four years ago, the forum has sought to strengthen partnership and cooperation initiatives among stakeholders in the fintech ecosystem and drive digital transformation to reinforce Bahrain's position as a leading regional fintech hub.
The forum is organised by the Bahrain Economic Development Board, with the support of the Central Bank of Bahrain, Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority, and Bahrain Fintech Bay. Forbes Middle East will prepare the forum's programme and agenda, with the event taking place on October 7 and 8 at Exhibition World Bahrain.
The Platinum Sponsors are key contributors to innovation, growth, and transformation in the financial services sector. Bahrain Bourse is advancing digital transformation through the launch of its Listing Gateway Platform in April 2026, while BENEFIT continues to develop solutions to improve the efficiency of financial services, such as its Digital Direct Debit service. SINNAD contributes to empowering financial institutions through integrated and secure payment solutions, while GFH Financial Group continues to advance its digital transformation strategy and investment in artificial intelligence. Bede Bahrain plays a supporting role in the fintech ecosystem through artificial intelligence solutions and generative AI chatbots.
The fourth edition of the forum, held under the theme "Finance in the Age of Intelligent Infrastructure", will bring together global industry leaders, innovators, investors, and policymakers to discuss the key factors reshaping the future of financial services, reflecting the depth and diversity of Bahrain's financial services ecosystem, from capital markets and banking to digital payments. For more details or to register to attend the forum, please visit the website.