The 10th MENA RegTech Conference is a premier event dedicated to exploring the innovative applications of regulatory technology (RegTech) in combating money laundering (AML) within the United Arab Emirates. Organized by Cogent Solutions Event Management LLC, this conference aims to unite industry experts, government officials, technology providers, and financial institutions to discuss the latest advancements, strategies, and best practices in AML through RegTech solutions.
Key topics at the conference include the intersection of technology and compliance, with a focus on how RegTech can enhance regulatory processes. Attendees will gain insights into real-time AI monitoring, decentralized identity systems, and the growing need for crypto compliance, addressing both current challenges and future solutions in the regulatory landscape.
The event features keynote presentations from top-tier industry experts, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and an exhibition showcase where leading companies will display cutting-edge products and services aimed at reducing AML risks. Additionally, ample networking opportunities are provided, enabling attendees to connect with industry leaders, like-minded professionals, and potential partners.
This conference is ideal for Chief Compliance Officers, Chief Data Officers, Chief Digital Officers, Chief Legal Compliance Officers, Chief Information Officers, Heads of Compliance, Chief Innovation Officers, Heads of AML & Fraud, Chief Risk & Compliance Officers, Compliance and Financial Crime Directors, Conduct Risk Monitoring Senior Managers, and Group Data Protection Officers. Professionals from industries such as banking, finance, insurance, exchange companies, IT, telecommunications, government, oil & gas, aviation, construction, tax audit, retail, property, hospitality, travel, and healthcare will find the event particularly beneficial.
Speakers(15)
Dr. Sebastian Heztler
Co – Chief Executive Officer at IMTF
Mr. Abidh CP
AML Expert at Ministry of Economy
Mr. Ashraf Aly
Group Head of Compliance at Terrapay
Mr. David Higuera
Co-Founder at Label
Mr. David Shepherd, CAMS, CertPAY
Global Head of Customer Risk Proposition, Risk Intelligence at London Stock Exchange Group
Mr. Faisal Ahmed
Managing Partner & CEO at AKW Consultants
Mr. Iain Kennedy
Global Head of Sales at StarCompliance
Iain is currently Global Head of Sales at StarCompliance. He brings together a broad range of experiences from capital markets and FinTech across North America, Europe and Asia. He has enjoyed roles at several of the world’s premier institutions including Barclays, IHS Markit and Nomura. Over the last decade he has helped deliver cutting-edge solutions enhancing financial services firms’ ability to thrive in an ever-evolving sector. With a customer-centric approach he is proud to lead a team of reputation guardians, making compliance simple and easy.
Mr. Kaise Zakkar
Senior Proposition Specialist, Customer & Third-Party Risk Solutions at London Stock Exchange Group
Mr. Khaled M Hegazy
Regional Sales Director at Nuix MENA
Mr. Muhammad Shafi Poyilan
Acting Head of AML Supervision at Ministry of Economy
Mr. Stanford Cardoz
AML Director at BitOasis
Mr. Tarek Howayek
Regional Head of AML and Compliance Policies at HSBC MENAT
Mr. Zsombor Brommer
Chief Compliance Officer at United Arab Bank
Ms. Meera Judge
Regional Head of Compliance at Binance
Meera joined Binance in May 2022 where she leads Compliance (and Risk) for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, focusing on Virtual Asset regulation under VARA, FSRA and the CBB. Meera holds over 14 years’ experience in the international financial services markets, with an extensive understanding of compliance, risk, governance and regulation. She has held senior roles at interdealer brokers, including ICAP and ED&F Man Capital Markets in the UAE, supporting the establishment of robust risk management, operational and compliance frameworks. Meera spent the first 10 years of her career in London, where she gained a foundation in systemically important financial market infrastructures, including exchanges and central clearing counterparties, having worked at both ICE and CME Group. Meera holds a First Class BSc (Hons) in Investment and Financial Risk Management from Cass Business School, London and has also completed a Diploma in Compliance, AML and Financial Crime in association with ICMA Centre, Henley Business School.
Vijayalakshmi Seshadri
Head of Implementations and MEAA at norbloc
Vijayalakshmi Seshadri (Viji) is an accomplished professional with a diverse and impressive background in the world of technology and finance. Holding an MBA from BITS Pilani and a B.E. in Computer Science from Anna University, she has established herself as a leading force in the field. With her technical expertise, Viji aspires to drive the next wave of transformation in the regulatory and compliance landscape.
Event Details
- Date
- May 10-11, 2023
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- The H Dubai Hotel
- Audience
- Chief Compliance Officers, Chief Data Officers, Chief Digital Officers, Chief Legal Compliance Officers, Chief Information Officers, Heads of Compliance, Chief Innovation Officers, Heads of AML & Fraud, Chief Risk & Compliance Officers, Compliance and Financial Crime Directors, Conduct Risk Monitoring Senior Managers, Group Data Protection Officers