Egypt · Libya · Fintech Summit

Where Africa's
Financial Future
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ELITES 2026 is the Arab world's premier fintech and cybersecurity platform — uniting central banks, innovators, regulators, and decision-makers to reimagine digital finance.

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01 – 03 July 2026  ·  Three days of sessions
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Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Cairo, Egypt
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International audience  ·  Africa & Arab focus
Under the Patronage of
Central Bank of Libya
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Day 1  ·  July 1, 2026
Finance Technology Forum
Open Banking  ·  AI  ·  RegTech  ·  Digital Transformation
Days 2–3  ·  July 2–3, 2026
National Cybersecurity Pathways
Banking  ·  Telecom  ·  Energy  ·  AI Cyber Defense

A Pivotal Moment in the Arab World's Digital Journey

ELITES 2026 — the Egypt Libya Fintech Summit — is a defining chapter in Africa and the Arab world's digital transformation story. It brings together central and commercial banks, fintech innovators, regulators, cybersecurity leaders, and decision-makers across two specialized forums.

Through keynotes, interactive panels, training workshops, and a tech exhibition, ELITES 2026 fosters deep collaboration between financial institutions and technology providers — shaping the roadmap for Libya and Egypt's digital financial future.

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Digital Transformation
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Financial Inclusion
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Security & Innovation
Under the Patronage of
Central Bank of Libya
ELITES 2026
Egypt Libya Fintech Summit  ·  Cairo
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6+
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July
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Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Cairo, Egypt

Two Forums. One Vision.

Two specialized forums under the ELITES 2026 umbrella — each addressing a critical pillar of the region's digital future.

Misr Tech Forum
July 1, 2026
Libya Tech Forum
July 2–3, 2026
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Misr Tech Forum 2026

Egypt's premier finance technology forum — where banking meets open innovation, AI, and the future of digital financial services.

Misr Tech Forum 2026 brings together Egypt's banking leaders, regulators, and fintech innovators for a full day of high-impact panels, keynotes, and workshops focused on the digital transformation of the Egyptian banking sector.

Key Topics
Open Banking Africa RegTech AI in Finance Cross-Border Payments Core Banking Modernization AML / KYC RPA & Automation Financial Advisory AI
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Libya Tech Forum 2026

Libya's premier strategic forum dedicated to protecting Banking, Telecommunications, and Energy sectors from cascading cyber threats.

A high-level national cybersecurity forum uniting national leadership and international expertise. Recognizing that a cyberattack on one critical sector can rapidly cascade across the others, LTF 2026 builds a unified, resilient national defense strategy.

Critical Sectors
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Banking & Finance
Fraud  ·  Ransomware
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Telecom
Espionage  ·  Outages
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Oil & Energy
SCADA  ·  ICS
Key Topics
Critical Infrastructure AI Cyber Defense National SOC Zero-Trust Models CISO Panels Supply Chain Risk

Three Days That Define a Digital Decade

Whether you're a bank executive, fintech founder, cybersecurity leader, or regulator — this is where the conversations that shape the region's future take place.

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Connect with Decision-Makers

Access C-suite executives, central bank governors, CISOs, and fintech founders from across Libya, Egypt, and the broader Arab and African region.

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Gain Cutting-Edge Insights

From AI in financial crime prevention to national cybersecurity blueprints — walk away with actionable intelligence directly applicable to your organization.

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Showcase Your Solutions

The ELITES Tech Exhibition puts your products directly in front of the banking decision-makers who matter most — in both Egypt and Libya.

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Shape Policy & Strategy

Engage with regulators and central bank leaders in frank discussions that directly influence the innovation roadmap for the region.

One Platform. Multiple Ways to Engage.

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Keynote Sessions

High-level addresses from central bank governors, bank CEOs, and international thought leaders setting the strategic direction for digital finance and national cybersecurity.

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Expert Panel Discussions

Deep, moderated conversations across fintech, RegTech, cybersecurity, and digital transformation — featuring practitioners tackling real-world challenges.

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Tech Exhibition

A dedicated showcase of the latest FinTech, RegTech, and Cybersecurity solutions from local and international vendors — connecting innovators with institutional buyers.

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Company Presentations

Direct pitching opportunities for technology companies to present their products and services to bank decision-makers in a structured, high-value format.

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Training Workshops

Hands-on sessions covering "Building & Securing APIs," "Implementing AI Models for Fraud Detection," and "Zero-Trust Architecture in Banking."

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Networking & Collaboration

Structured and informal networking designed to foster partnerships, deals, and collaborations between financial institutions and technology providers.

Voices That Move the Industry

ELITES 2026 brings together the highest-caliber voices across finance, technology, regulation, and cybersecurity.

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Central Banks

Leaders from national monetary authorities sharing insights on monetary policy, regulatory innovation, and the evolving role of central banks in the digital age.

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CEOs of Major Banks

Visionary executives driving transformation across the financial sector — discussing digital banking strategies, customer trust, and institutional adaptation to fintech disruption.

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Digital Economy Experts

Renowned analysts, technologists, and economists at the forefront of digital transformation — exploring how AI, digital currencies, and open infrastructure are redefining finance.

Your Seat at the Table of Africa's Digital Future

Whether you're a bank executive, a fintech startup, a cybersecurity vendor, or a regulator — ELITES 2026 is where the conversations that matter are happening.

Misr Tech Forum 2026
Libya Tech Forum 2026
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The Organizations Behind ELITES 2026

Bringing together the region's most forward-thinking companies across fintech, cybersecurity, and financial services.

Techno Partners

Organized by Afak Events

For registration inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, exhibition bookings, or speaker nominations — our team is ready to assist.

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ELITES 2026 is proudly organized by Afak Events — a leading events management company specializing in fintech and technology conferences across the Arab world and Africa.

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