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6/30/25, 3:09 PM 'Techno Meet' sheds light on role of technology in financial sector
About the event, he said," This event is a platform for the exchange houses to discuss the
upgraded solutions and compliance in the light of the Central Bank of the UAE's digital
transformation initiatives to enable them to align with the government strategy. The event also
aims to create more awareness for financial inclusion."

The Foreign Exchange and Remittance Group (FERG) successfully concluded the third edition

of its flagship event, 'Techno Meet', held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai. The day-long event
created space for strategic dialogue on the intersection of technology, compliance, and financial

operations, emphasising on the critical role of collaboration between exchange houses, banks,
regulators, and fintechs in navigating the rapidly evolving digital economy.

The event kick-started with a keynote address by Jan Pilbauer, CEO of Al Etihad Payments,

who highlighted the transformative potential of digital innovation within the UAE’s financial
landscape. He outlined both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with accelerating

digital transformation, emphasising the need for agile collaboration between institutions,
regulators, and technology providers to build a future-ready financial ecosystem.

Speaking about the event, Osama Al Rahma said, “TECHNO MEET reflects FERG’s ongoing
commitment to advancing financial innovation, regulatory dialogue, and sector-wide
collaboration. With every edition, we strengthen our collective capacity to adapt, innovate and

grow. I would like to thank all the speakers, partners, and participants who have made this
gathering a catalyst for progress.”

The event featured panel discussions, technical presentations, networking sessions and live
demonstrations, during which participants examined and discussed emerging solutions that are
redefining cross-border payments, digital assets, and financial infrastructure.

Senior executives and experts from organisations such as Al Etihad Payments, Al Ansari

Exchange, Lulu Exchange, Al Fardan Exchange, Fils, McKinsey & Company, EY, Thought Box,
Zigram, HODL Consulting, BitOasis, Encryptus and Abhi shared practical insights and case
studies, reinforcing the importance of data-driven decision-making, agile innovation, and a
compliance-first approach to transformation. Attendees further explored how technology can
improve operational efficiency, strengthen governance, and drive customer-centric service

models.

The event concluded with an awards ceremony recognising key contributors, and a call to
continue building bridges between tradition and technology through meaningful dialogue, policy
alignment, and innovation partnerships.

The Foreign Exchange and Remittance Group (FERG) is a non-profit organisation based on the
initiative of the Central Bank of UAE. FERG comprises companies engaged in the business of

money exchange and remittances, from large sized companies in the UAE with over 100

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