MFTA x Fireblocks | Digital Assets Custody: A Strategic Imperative for UAE Banks in 2026
The MENA Fintech Association, in collaboration with Fireblocks, is pleased to present an exclusive webinar:
Digital Asset Custody: A Strategic Imperative for UAE Banks in 2026
As digital assets continue to move from the periphery to the core of financial services, UAE banks are increasingly evaluating secure, compliant, and scalable custody solutions. Regulatory clarity, institutional adoption, and customer demand are accelerating the need for banks to develop robust digital asset strategies.
This webinar will explore why digital asset custody has become a strategic imperative for UAE banks in 2026, and how financial institutions can safely navigate the evolving digital asset ecosystem.
Key discussion points include:
The current state of digital asset custody in the UAE and MENA region
Regulatory considerations and risk management for banks
Institutional-grade custody infrastructure and security best practices
Lessons from early adopters and real-world use cases
How banks can future-proof their digital asset offerings
Speakers:
John Hallahan, Head of Business Solutions, EMEA, Fireblocks
Dishang Patel, EVP & Head of Digital Assets, RAKBANK
Moderator:
Nameer Khan, Chairman, MENA Fintech Association
🗓 Date: 17 February 2026 🕑 Time: 10:00 AM GMT/ 2:00 PM Dubai Time
This session is designed for banking leaders, digital asset teams, compliance professionals, and fintech stakeholders seeking practical insights into institutional digital asset custody and the strategic roadmap ahead.