HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Attends Opening of Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics Summit 2025
Qatar Foundation and Sidra Medicine highlight 11 years of groundbreaking progress in Precision Health and Genomics. Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), attended the opening of the Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics (PMFG) Summit 2025, held at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The prestigious event marks more than a decade of Qatar’s leadership and investment in precision medicine, genomics, and health innovation. The ceremony was also attended by HE Mansoor bin Ebrahim bin Saad Al Mahmoud, Minister of Public Health, alongside senior government officials, diplomats, and global healthcare and academic leaders — underscoring Qatar’s commitment to advancing the future of healthcare. A Decade of Milestones in Precision Medicine The PMFG Summit 2025 opened with keynote addresses from Julia Vitarello, Founder & CEO of Mila’s Miracle Foundation, and Prof. Ed Liu from The Jackson Laboratory. The ceremony concluded with the flagship panel discussion:“From Personalised to Population-Scale: Building a Thriving Precision Medicine Sector in Qatar.” In his remarks, Prof. Khalid Fakhro, Chief Research Officer at Sidra Medicine, stated: “As we celebrate 11 years of PMFG, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing genomic science, translational research, and precision health implementation. We extend our appreciation to all speakers, partners, sponsors, and the growing scientific community in Qatar who make this summit truly exceptional.” Driving the Future of Genomics and Healthcare Innovation Co-organised by Sidra Medicine and the Qatar Precision Health Institute, and held under the patronage of Qatar Foundation, the PMFG Summit focuses on three major transformative pillars shaping the next era of global healthcare: The summit brings together global experts to explore how genomics, technology, and clinical strategy can be integrated into population-wide healthcare transformation — positioning Qatar as a frontrunner in precision medicine. What’s Ahead on Day 2 – December 3 The second day of PMFG 2025 will feature: As Qatar continues shaping a world-class ecosystem for precision health, the PMFG Summit stands as a cornerstone of its national vision to lead scientific discovery, improve patient outcomes, and build a sustainable healthcare future.
MENA Fintech & Insurtech Festival 2025: Qatar Takes Center Stage in Regional Financial Innovation
The MENA Fintech & Insurtech Festival 2025 officially opened at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre (DECC), igniting two days of high-impact dialogue, innovation showcases, and strategic collaboration opportunities that are redefining the financial technology and insurance technology landscape across the region. Bringing together global fintech innovators, insurtech leaders, investors, regulators, and policymakers, the festival has quickly established itself as a major platform for advancing the future of finance in Qatar and the wider MENA region. Driving the Future of Financial Innovation in Qatar Day One delivered a dynamic program of keynote speeches, expert-led panels, and immersive workshops. Discussions explored some of the most powerful forces shaping the industry today, including: These conversations highlighted Qatar’s rapidly growing role as a regional hub for digital finance, regtech, blockchain, and AI-driven financial inclusion. What to Expect on Day Two The momentum continues with an exceptional lineup of thought leaders who will dissect the industry’s most transformative topics: Attendees will gain forward-looking insights from industry pioneers shaping the next decade of fintech and insurtech innovation across MENA. A Regional Platform for Growth and Collaboration “As the fintech landscape evolves at an unprecedented pace, our goal is to create a platform that accelerates collaboration, innovation, and regulatory clarity across the MENA region,” said Malik Shishtawi, President of the MENA Fintech & Insurtech Festival. “This festival brings together the brightest minds, the most forward-thinking institutions, and the next generation of startups driving the digital economy.” A Cornerstone Event in the Digital Transformation Landscape Since its inception, the MENA Fintech & Insurtech Festival has become one of the region’s most influential events—championing: The 2025 edition reinforces Qatar’s rising position as a strategic center for fintech leadership, insurtech advancement, and digital transformation.
Money Expo Qatar 2025 Opens with a Power-Packed Day 1 — Global Leaders, Breakthrough Conversations & a Thriving Crowd Set the Stage
Money Expo Qatar 2025, the region’s most influential finance, fintech and trading event, kicked off at Hall 2, Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC) with an electric start. Day 1 delivered record-breaking footfall, powerful keynote insights, packed conference rooms, and dynamic interaction across the exhibition floor — firmly reinforcing Qatar’s position as a rising global financial hub. A High-Energy Start to the Middle East’s Largest Finance & Trading Event From the moment doors opened, thousands of traders, investors, fintech leaders, brokers, analysts, wealth managers, and financial institutions filled the venue, eager to engage with innovators shaping the future of trading and digital finance. The conference launched with a robust lineup of global speakers, covering the newest market trends in: Each session attracted standing-room-only crowds, showcasing the hunger for knowledge and the rapid evolution of Qatar’s financial landscape. Exhibition Floor: Innovation, Tech Demos & High-Value Connections Across the exhibition hall, leading international brands demonstrated the most advanced financial technologies: Exhibitors reported exceptional engagement, strong lead generation, and meaningful collaborations, as Qatar’s vibrant trading community continues to expand. Diamond Sponsor Testimonial: A Brilliant Partnership FFA Kings shared their powerful experience as Diamond Sponsor, stating: “Our experience as the Diamond Sponsor at Money Expo Qatar 2025 was phenomenal. The organisers supported us every step of the way, allowing our team to focus on what we do best — connecting with amazing people and generating outstanding leads. It was an advantageous partnership, and we can’t wait to be back next year.” A Milestone Event for Qatar’s Financial Future With retail traders, institutional investors, fintech founders, analysts, and decision-makers from across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, Day 1 highlighted the growing global attention on Qatar’s financial transformation. As the country accelerates its digital economy vision, Money Expo Qatar 2025 stands as a catalyst for:
