Seamless Middle East, the region’s largest and most influential fintech and digital commerce event, has officially partnered with Fintech Tuesdays Group (FTT) to host Unplugged by Fintech Tuesdays @ Seamless, a bold new feature set to debut during Seamless Middle East from 20–22 May 2025 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
This collaboration was formalised yesterday with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Terrapinn Middle East, organiser of Seamless, and Fintech Tuesdays Group (FTT), the team behind the Unplugged by Fintech Tuesdays concept and the largest and most active community for the financial services ecosystem in the region.
The MoU was signed by Joseph Ridley, General Manager at Terrapinn Middle East, and Gozde Demir Celen, FTT Advisory Council Member.
About Unplugged by Fintech Tuesdays
Unplugged by Fintech Tuesdays is a grassroots community event that brings together the most engaging voices in fintech, payments, banking, and financial services for unscripted, honest dialogue. Set in an open, immersive space, Unplugged is designed to encourage energising conversation between industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and audiences around the topics that truly matter to the ecosystem.
There are no podiums, no PowerPoints, and no pre-approved talking points. Each session is off-the-record and highly interactive, with speakers offering short extempore addresses followed by audience-led Q&A. The format has already seen success at leading fintech gatherings across the globe and now arrives at Seamless Middle East for the first time.
Unplugged by Fintech Tuesdays also doubles as a vibrant networking zone – offering a relaxed space to mingle, spark ideas, and build lasting connections in a casual, conversational setting.
About Seamless Fintech Middle East
Seamless Fintech Middle East has been at the forefront of the region’s financial innovation landscape for over 25 years. As the Middle East’s biggest fintech event, it brings together banks, governments, big tech, financial institutions, startups, investors, and media under one roof to explore the future of finance.
Perfect for anyone passionate about the fintech and payments ecosystem, Seamless offers a powerful platform to connect with industry leaders, discover the latest innovations, and accelerate growth. From product showcases to in-depth panels and high-impact networking, the event is where bold ideas meet real-world business.
About Fintech Tuesdays Group
Fintech Tuesdays (FTT) is a grassroots community, the first of its type in the MENA region, focused on supporting the fintech & techfin startups in the region.
Our vision is to be the leading catalyst for fintech innovation in the region and work with the existing members of the ecosystem in a complementary and collaborative manner.
Our Mission is to inspire, unite and build the region’s most impactful FinTech community by fostering collaboration, driving inclusivity and providing access to capital.
“This collaboration gives voice to the people driving fintech forward, Unplugged is the perfect fit for Seamless – genuine, relevant, and real” said Joseph Ridley, General Manager at Terrapinn Middle East.
“Seamless represents the best of fintech in the region, Fintech Tuesdays is excited to join this platform and build a space where meaningful conversations and real relationships can flourish.” added Gozde Demir Celen, Fintech Tuesdays Advisory Council Member.
