The October edition features our inaugural Fintech Gamechangers Powerlist, and we also have our GITEX Special Report — two narratives that define the momentum and ambition shaping the region’s technology landscape today.

The Middle East’s fintech sector has entered a defining era — one marked by unprecedented innovation, record-breaking valuations, and the rapid convergence of finance and technology. From digital banks reshaping access to capital to blockchain and insurtech firms redefining transparency and risk, the region has become a formidable player in the global fintech arena. Over the past few years, this momentum has accelerated dramatically, supported by regulatory frameworks, central bank initiatives, and historic venture capital inflows.

This year’s Fintech Gamechangers Powerlist recognises the companies and institutions that are leading this transformation. It features innovators across payments, neobanking, blockchain, insurtech, wealthtech, and lending — reflecting how fintech has evolved from enabling transactions to becoming a strategic pillar of national economic development. While many of these names are recognised leaders, others have made the list through their influence, expansion strategies, investor confidence, or pioneering work in financial inclusion. Together, they showcase how fintech is no longer on the sidelines of traditional finance — it is driving it forward.

Investor confidence has been a defining force. Regional fintechs have attracted billions of dollars in funding, positioning themselves for expansion beyond the Middle East into Africa, South Asia, and Europe. This rise isn’t without challenges, from regulatory complexities to operational scaling, but the trajectory is clear — fintech is reshaping the region’s economic DNA. What was once a fragmented ecosystem is now a connected network of digital financial pioneers building infrastructure with global relevance.

Alongside this, GITEX 2025 has once again reinforced its role as one of the world’s most influential technology gatherings. This year’s edition takes place at a critical moment when AI, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure are transforming industries at scale. The Middle East has shifted from being a technology adopter to a technology shaper — setting the agenda with ambitious national strategies and bold investment in digital infrastructure.

Tech Revolt’s exclusive coverage offers a front-row view of this transformation. Industry leaders like Sophos, SentinelOne, Tenable, and CyberArk are defining the next phase of cybersecurity through AI-enabled protection and identity-first security. ManageEngine and Cloudbox Technologies are shaping resilient IT and cloud environments that enable enterprises to scale securely. Meanwhile, Asus, Logitech, Salesforce, Western Digital, and NVIDIA are fuelling the next wave of intelligent technologies — from AI-driven CRM solutions to accelerated computing power.

Through interviews and on-the-ground insights, we uncover how these companies are not only announcing products but shaping strategies that will define industries for years to come.

For the Middle East, GITEX is more than a technology showcase — it’s a declaration of leadership. With fintech thriving, AI adoption surging, and cybersecurity maturing, this edition of Tech Revolt captures the stories and strategies behind those driving the future.