From 09-11 February 2026, Dubai Festival City’s Festival Area will once again become the focal point of global digital innovation as AIBC Eurasia returns for its sixth edition. Bringing together 14,500 delegates, 300+ speakers, 250+ exhibitors and a strong concentration of C-level decision-makers, the summit stands as a leading platform where technology, blockchain, crypto and artificial intelligence converge.
Central to the event’s impact is the support of strategic ecosystem partners whose expertise, leadership and active involvement help shape meaningful and forward-looking industry dialogue. Through this, AIBC Eurasia creates a trusted platform for knowledge exchange, cross-sector collaboration and high-level engagement that drives progress across the global digital economy.
In a fast-evolving digital economy, partnerships between AIBC and industry bodies play a vital role in ensuring credibility and long-term value. By collaborating with organisations that are actively shaping regulation, innovation and adoption across fintech, blockchain and digital assets, AIBC Eurasia creates a bridge between thought leadership and practical implementation. These partnerships bring both institutional insight and influential speakers who ground discussions in real-world challenges and opportunities.
Below are some of the strategic ecosystem partners supporting AIBC Eurasia 2026 and the industry leaders representing them on stage in Dubai.
The Dubai Blockchain Center is a cornerstone institution driving blockchain education, innovation and enterprise adoption across the UAE. Through specialised training programmes, industry-led initiatives and strategic partnerships, the centre plays a pivotal role in advancing blockchain literacy while accelerating real-world use cases across both public and private sectors.
At AIBC Eurasia 2026, the Dubai Blockchain Center will be represented by Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO of the Dubai Blockchain Center. He has over 25 years’ experience in information security, digital forensics, blockchain and AI. A founding member of DESC and the AI Ethical Committee, he also serves on the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Decentralized Finance. Named a Top 100 blockchain influencer by CoinTelegraph, he is a global leader in digital trust and responsible innovation. At AIBC Eurasia, Dr. Alzarouni brings a deeply informed, policy-driven perspective on blockchain adoption, AI innovation and the future of emerging technologies.
Dr Marwan Alzarouni will deliver a keynote speech on the AIBC Stage on 10 February. During this session, he will share insights into the emerging trends shaping the future of technology, finance and blockchain, offering attendees an inspiring and forward-looking perspective. The keynote will provide thought-provoking ideas and practical takeaways for navigating an increasingly complex and rapidly evolving digital landscape.
The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) is a not-for-profit industry body dedicated to accelerating fintech growth across the Middle East and North Africa. Serving as a regional voice for innovation, MFTA brings together fintech startups, established financial institutions, regulators and investors to encourage collaboration, regulatory dialogue and cross-border partnerships that strengthen the region’s financial ecosystem.
Representing MFTA at AIBC Eurasia 2026 is Nameer Khan, Chairman of the association and a highly respected leader in the global fintech space. With deep expertise spanning digital banking, payments infrastructure and emerging financial technologies, Nameer offers valuable insight into how fintech innovation can scale responsibly across diverse regulatory environments. His participation highlights AIBC Eurasia’s commitment to advancing fintech maturity and fostering constructive dialogue between industry and policymakers.
Nameer Khan will take to the AIBC Stage on 10 February, as part of the panel discussion “Come to Dubai: UAE as a Global Crypto & Tech Hub.” The session will explore Dubai’s rapid emergence as one of the world’s fastest moving centres for blockchain and digital innovation, examining how the UAE’s progressive regulatory vision, world-class infrastructure and global openness continue to attract leading exchanges, protocols and investors.
The partnership between AIBC Summit Eurasia and the MENA FinTech Association reflects the growing importance of cross-regional collaboration as financial systems, digital assets, and emerging technologies continue to converge.
“As a fintech body that represents a broad ecosystem of regulators, financial institutions, payment leaders, and Web3 innovators, our role has consistently been to act as a bridge connecting markets, aligning policy with innovation, and ensuring dialogue translates into practical, real world outcomes,” noted Nameer Khan. “We are pleased to support AIBC Eurasia in Dubai and contribute to a conversation that brings together Web2 and Web3 communities, traditional finance and digital assets.”
The Middle East Stablecoin Association (MESA) is an industry organisation dedicated to advancing the development and adoption of stablecoins across the MENA region. By bringing together stablecoin issuers, exchanges, regulators and technology providers, MESA promotes the creation of secure, transparent and compliant stablecoin ecosystems that support innovation while aligning with regulatory best practices.
At AIBC Eurasia 2026, MESA will be represented by its Chairman, Bhaskar Dasgupta, who will contribute expert insight into the evolving role of stablecoins within modern financial systems. With stablecoins increasingly positioned as a bridge between traditional finance and decentralised networks, Bhaskar’s expertise spans payments innovation, cross-border settlements and digital financial infrastructure, making his perspective highly relevant to both regional and global audiences.
Bhaskar Dasgupta will speak on the AIBC Stage on 10 February during the panel discussion “Stablecoins: Prospect for the Gulf and Global Applications.” The session will explore how stablecoins are reshaping cross-border trade and digital payments, examining their potential to enhance efficiency, speed and financial inclusion. Panelists will also assess the role stablecoins can play within the Gulf’s economic landscape, alongside their broader implications for global financial systems, key considerations for regulators, enterprises and innovators alike.
The Dubai Digital Asset Association (D2A2) plays a strategic role in advancing Dubai’s ambition to become a leading global hub for digital assets. By connecting public and private sector stakeholders, the organisation supports the development of a sustainable, innovative and compliant digital asset ecosystem that aligns with international standards while fostering long-term growth.
Representing D2A2 at AIBC Eurasia 2026 is Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General of the association, who brings extensive experience in digital asset governance, regulatory strategy and policy development. “As the UAE’s digital asset ecosystem continues to evolve, forums that enable structured engagement and shared learning play an important role,” said Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General of D2A2. “D2A2 supports initiatives such as AIBC Eurasia that contribute to informed dialogue and help strengthen coordination across the ecosystem,” he shared.
His contribution at the summit will focus on the importance of clear regulatory frameworks, institutional adoption and effective public-private collaboration, offering attendees first-hand insight into how Dubai continues to set benchmarks for digital asset innovation on a global scale. Saqr Ereiqat will take part in the panel discussion “Come to Dubai: UAE as a Global Crypto & Tech Hub” on the AIBC Stage on 10 February, from 14:15 to 14:45. The session will explore Dubai’s rapid rise as one of the world’s most impactful centres for blockchain and digital innovation, examining how the UAE’s progressive regulatory vision, advanced infrastructure and global openness are attracting leading exchanges, protocols and investors and reshaping the future of digital assets worldwide.
AIBC Eurasia 2026 is a high-impact platform designed to connect innovators, investors, policymakers and enterprise leaders. Featuring influential speakers, a startup pitch competition, prestigious gala awards, curated networking dinners and exclusive access to government stakeholders, the event showcases Dubai as a global hub for AI, blockchain and frontier technologies. Through partnerships with organisations like the Dubai Blockchain Center, MFTA, MESA, and D2A2, AIBC Eurasia continues to drive collaboration that shapes the future of the digital economy.
Engage with the organisations and visionaries driving real-world change. From fintech and stablecoins to blockchain and AI, AIBC Eurasia 2026 brings together the partners, speakers and decision-makers defining the next era of technology. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect, collaborate and lead in Dubai this February.
