In this insightful discussion, Gaia Lamperti, a Bloomberg producer in Dubai, Ziad Mabsout, co-founder of Vennre, and Remo Abbondandolo from Checkout.com explore the booming fintech scene in the Middle East. They tackle the distinct cultural and operational challenges of launching businesses, from adapting to local customs to understanding market dynamics. The trio highlights the rapid growth in sectors like digital banking and e-commerce and emphasizes the need for strategic partnerships and government support to tap into the region's vast opportunities.