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Money20/20 Riyadh, the world’s largest fintech event, brought together global leaders from across the financial ecosystem to discuss how technology, policy, and partnerships are shaping the future of money. Mastercard participated, sharing insights on growth, trust, and inclusion in the digital economy.

At Mastercard, we are at the forefront of shaping the future. That’s why we were proud to be an official partner of The Futurists X Summit, a definitive global forum for AI-based policy solutions and future-proof breakthroughs that took place this October in Dubai.

Saudi Arabia is home to a thriving small business landscape. According to its Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at), there are over 1.3 million SMEs registered in the Kingdom.

At Mastercard, we are committed to staying ahead of emerging risks and helping our partners do the same. Over the past six years, we have invested $10.7 billion in cybersecurity innovation - enabling us to stay ahead of emerging threats, help protect our customers, and strengthen trust across the digital ecosystem.

Our latest Travel Trends report, issued by the Mastercard Economic Institute (MEI), reveals that despite ongoing global headwinds, including currency fluctuations and geopolitical uncertainty, travelers are prioritizing experiences that are meaningful, immersive and connected to their personal passions.

According to a Mastercard-commissioned report by Genesis Analytics, Africa’s digital payments economy is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030. That projection reflects a seismic shift in how Africans transact, save and build livelihoods. But unlocking this potential requires more than optimism—it demands commitment, infrastructure and scale.