iFX EXPO Dubai 2026 enters its final day today (Thursday), concluding three days of meetings, panel discussions and networking at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The exhibition floor opens at 10:30, marking the final round of scheduled engagements for participants across the online trading and fintech sectors.

Brokerage, Fintech Networking Continues in Dubai

The 2026 edition began yesterday with the opening of the exhibition floor, following a Welcome Party on Tuesday evening at Bla Bla Dubai Beach Club. Brokers, fintech firms, liquidity providers and service providers gathered ahead of the main conference agenda, which has included keynote speeches, panel sessions and business meetings throughout the week.

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Running from 10–12 February, the expo brings together representatives from retail brokerage, payments Payments One of the bases of mediums of exchange in the modern world, a payment constitutes the transfer of a legal currency or equivalent from one party in exchange for goods or services to another entity. The payments industry has become a fixture of modern commerce, though the players involved and means of exchange have dramatically shifted over time.In particular, a party making a payment is referred to as a payer, with the payee reflecting the individual or entity receiving the payment. Most commonl One of the bases of mediums of exchange in the modern world, a payment constitutes the transfer of a legal currency or equivalent from one party in exchange for goods or services to another entity. The payments industry has become a fixture of modern commerce, though the players involved and means of exchange have dramatically shifted over time.In particular, a party making a payment is referred to as a payer, with the payee reflecting the individual or entity receiving the payment. Most commonl Read this Term, crypto and institutional trading, with the final day providing attendees an opportunity to conclude meetings and discussions initiated earlier in the event.

Finding Strength When Everything Disappears

The session “The Rising Phoenix: Finding Resilience When Everything is Taken” features Murtuza Kazmi, CEO of My Forex Funds, in conversation with Bojan Ninkovic, Head of Strategy & Digital at UF Agency by Ultimate Group.

Kazmi shares a personal account of navigating the sudden collapse of his global firm, discussing the psychological challenges, responsibilities toward displaced employees, and strategies for rebuilding amid adversity.

The session focuses on resilience and character, offering insights for professionals facing unexpected setbacks and illustrating how personal strength can guide recovery even when resources and stability are lost.

Tokenization Trends: Opportunities and Risks Today

The session “Tokenization Today: Is It the Right Moment to Invest?” features Afshin Setoudeh, CMO of TRAZE; Amna Usman Chaudhry, Financial Economist and Frontier Tech Strategist; Amir Tabch, Executive Director and CEO of OFZA; and Anton Golub, Founding Member of RWA Labs.

The panel explores the growing application of tokenization across real estate, digital assets, and art, examining opportunities, challenges, and regulatory considerations for investors.

Speakers provide insights on market timing, liquidity, valuation, and compliance, offering guidance for institutions and individuals considering entry into fractionalized, blockchain-enabled investment markets.

Crypto Trends and Strategies with Galadari

The session “Game Plans & Trend Lines: Crypto Talks with Galadari” features Mohammad Mahmood Galadari, CEO of Galadari Accelerator Inc, in conversation with Duska Nedeljkovic, Head of Conferences at Ultimate Group. Galadari shares his insights on the UAE’s Web3 and crypto landscape, discussing market trends, trading strategies, and the factors that differentiate short-term hype from sustainable opportunities.

The fireside chat highlights his experience in shaping the MENA digital asset ecosystem and offers traders, investors, and crypto enthusiasts practical perspectives on navigating the region’s evolving crypto markets.

From Garage Floor to Web3 Influence

In the session “From the Garage Floor to Global Influence”, Andres Meneses, co-founder of Versus On Chain, shares his journey from starting with minimal resources to becoming a prominent figure in the Web3 and blockchain space.

The talk explores the challenges he faced, including financial setbacks, legal disputes, and failed partnerships, and how he rebuilt through ventures such as OrbytX, VS On Chain, and The OGs podcast. Meneses highlights the role of resilience, strategic decision-making, and community building in achieving sustained influence and impact within the global Web3 ecosystem.

Dubai, we’re here! 🏙️💎

The CoinsDo team has arrived for iFX EXPO 2026. We’re looking forward to three days of networking, innovation, and shaping the future of the crypto ecosystem.

Come say hi @ Booth#198 👋#CoinsDo #Dubai #iFXEXPO #Web3 #CryptoEvents pic.twitter.com/R8JA0qs4wN

— CoinsDo (@CoinsDogroup) February 12, 2026

VARA 2025: Broker Compliance Changes

The session “License to Comply: Regulatory Currents in Motion” brings together Ludmila Yamalova, Founder and Managing Partner of Yamalova & Plewka FZCO; Paul Herman Boots, Senior Director and Head of Sector Development at VARA; Abdullatif Manlla, Head of Compliance at Equiti Securities Currencies Broker; and Samir Safar-Aly, Head and Director of FinTech & Financial Services Regulations at PwC Legal Middle East.

They discuss the evolving regulatory landscape in the MENA region, including VARA’s 2025 updates on leverage limits, collateral rules, and licensing requirements for VASP brokers. The session highlights how firms are adapting compliance models in real time, managing client asset protections, and aligning with both local and global regulatory standards.

Trading Principles Behind Long-Term Market Success

In the session “Learnings from Interviews with World’s Best Traders”, Riz Iqbal, founder of Words of Rizdom and Chart Fanatics, distills insights from in-depth conversations with top-performing traders. The discussion explores the principles that underpin long-term trading success, including risk management, navigating drawdowns, market priorities, and mental frameworks.

Attendees gain a behind-the-scenes perspective on the strategies and approaches that contribute to sustained profitability and resilient trading careers.

Turning Gold Volatility into Bullion Opportunities

The session “The Alchemist’s Ledger: Turning Volatility into Bullion Opportunities” brings together Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO of Media at Finance Magnates and investingLive; John Murillo, Chief Business Officer at B2BROKER; Firdaus Ali, Head of Business Intelligence at TradingPro; Abhijit Shah, Board Member and CEO of Emirates Gold; and Louis Josef Hems, Commercial Director at DGCX.

They discuss trends in gold and silver markets, the impact of global uncertainty and central bank activity on bullion demand, how MENA brokers manage retail and institutional flows, and strategies for execution, hedging, and integrating bullion into multi-asset portfolios.

We’re at iFX EXPO Dubai 2026 – and we’d love to see you there!

Meet the Spotware team at Booth #84!

As Spotware is no longer a single-product developer, we're excited to premiere cBridge – a cost-efficient liquidity bridge built to eliminate volume fees and hidden charges.… pic.twitter.com/9bVhVCzwhW

— cTrader (@cTrader) February 11, 2026

InvestingLive Hosts Trade Execution Mastery Workshop

The Advanced Workshop: Trade Execution Mastery [Part 1], hosted by Greg Michalowski, Director of Client Education and Technical Analysis at InvestingLive, offers veteran traders practical guidance on trade execution and risk management.

The 90-minute session covers maintaining focus during live markets, improving entries and exits, managing risk, and reviewing trades according to structured rules.

Participants explore key technical levels, timeframe selection, and trade management techniques. Attendees who complete both sessions on 12 February receive an Advanced Workshop Certificate recognizing their training and participation.

Digital Assets Integration Expands Across UAE

The UAE has emerged as a regional hub for digital assets, developing a full-stack ecosystem that extends beyond trading into everyday payments and institutional finance.

In a session titled “How the UAE Became Crypto's Capital by Turning Digital Assets Into Everyday Money: Digital Assets Outlook in 2026”, speakers explore how platforms like Crypto.com are enabling crypto payments at Emarat stations and Emirates airline, partnering with local financial institutions, and supporting government-backed stablecoin initiatives.

The discussion also examines how professional capital, including tokenized funds and real-time settlement networks, is shaping the market’s infrastructure and long-term adoption prospects.