Manama: National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has joined Fintech Forward 2026 (FF26) as the event's first Diamond Sponsor, underscoring the bank's commitment to innovation and continued support for Bahrain's financial services ecosystem.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Fintech Forward 2026 will convene global fintech innovators, financial leaders, policymakers, and technology experts to explore the trends, technologies, and partnerships shaping the future of financial services. Hosted by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) and supported by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB), Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority (BTEA), and Bahrain Fintech Bay, the event will be programmed by Forbes Middle East. Taking place on October 7-8 at Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB), this year's edition is held under the theme "Finance in the Age of Intelligent Infrastructure."
A longstanding supporter of Fintech Forward, NBB's continued sponsorship reflects its commitment to advancing innovation and supporting the growth of Bahrain's financial services ecosystem. Now marking its fourth consecutive year supporting the event, NBB's participation underscores both the strategic importance of the platform and Fintech Forward's growing role as a forum for the industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers shaping the future of finance.
Usman Ahmed, Group Chief Executive Officer of NBB, stated, "We are proud to continue our partnership with Fintech Forward as a Diamond Sponsor. As financial services continue to evolve, the industry's ability to translate innovation into meaningful economic impact has never been more important. Fintech Forward provides a valuable platform to drive collaboration, accelerate progress, and strengthen the foundations of the financial ecosystem. At NBB, we remain committed to supporting initiatives that contribute to Bahrain's continued growth as a leading financial centre."
NBB's participation in Fintech Forward reflects its broader commitment to innovation and shaping the future of banking. The bank continues to accelerate its digital transformation journey with a strong focus on customer-centricity, Artificial Intelligence, and operational excellence. Through strategic investments in technology and digital-first transformational initiatives, NBB is enhancing the banking ecosystem, elevating customer experiences, and driving greater digital adoption. These efforts are enabling the bank to deliver faster, simpler, more secure, and more personalized banking services for its customers.
These developments reflect the wider transformation taking place across the industry, a theme that will be explored throughout this year's edition of Fintech Forward, as leaders gather to discuss the technologies, partnerships, and infrastructure shaping the future of financial services.