DOHA, Qatar — QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, has confirmed its continued role as Diamond Sponsor of Web Summit Qatar 2026. The three-year collaboration reinforces QNB’s position as a central driver of digital innovation and fintech growth in Qatar and across the wider MEA region, aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Abdulla Mubarak Al-Khalifa, CEO of QNB Group, said the partnership reflects Qatar’s ambition to build a diversified, knowledge-based economy where innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology thrive. He noted that Web Summit Qatar provides a global platform to showcase how the country is strengthening its position on the world stage.
“This partnership enables QNB to translate innovation into measurable impact,” he said. “Through our Transformation Office, we are modernising customer journeys, operations, and platforms to deliver secure, seamless, and scalable banking experiences that benefit both businesses and individuals.”
The sponsorship is expected to accelerate Qatar’s digital transformation by bringing global technology expertise into the local ecosystem, strengthening fintech development, and empowering entrepreneurship. More than 1,500 startups will be connected with investors, helping nurture the next generation of innovators.
At Web Summit Qatar 2026, visitors will be able to explore QNB’s exhibition booth to experience next-generation banking technologies and attend expert-led sessions demonstrating how the bank is building a digital-first future while supporting sustainable economic growth.
QNB Group operates in over 28 countries across Asia, Europe, and Africa and is ranked as the most valuable banking brand in the MEA region. With more than 31,000 professionals, the Group delivers tailored financial services backed by innovation and scale.
Web Summit Qatar serves as a global meeting point for entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders, contributing directly to Qatar’s goals of economic diversification and digital transformation under Vision 2030.
