Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – 24 November 2025: Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain (KFH – Bahrain) participated in the “The Market 2.0” Conference, organised by Bahrain Bourse in collaboration with the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM), which took place on November 20, 2025, in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the theme “Disruptive Digital Transformation in Capital Markets”.As a Platinum Sponsor of this landmark regional event, KFH – Bahrain reaffirms its steadfast commitment to supporting strategic initiatives that strengthen Bahrain’s position as an advanced financial hub built on innovation and knowledge. The sponsorship also reflected the Bank’s dedication to keeping pace with rapid digital advancements in the banking and financial industry and its continued investment in financial technology as a key driver for sustainable growth and enhanced operational efficiency.The brought together more than (300) participants, including leaders of stock exchanges, financial market regulators, brokerage firms, financial experts and technology solution providers. It featured a series of panel discussions which explored key topics such as artificial intelligence in trading, cloud technologies, real-time trading analytics and the role of modern technologies in advancing sustainability and promoting financial inclusion across capital markets.

On this occasion, Dr Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer of Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain, stated: “We are proud to serve as the Platinum Sponsor of this distinguished financial event, which gathered top capital market leaders to discuss the transformative technologies reshaping the future of this vital sector. Digital transformation has become a cornerstone for building a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable financial environment. At KFH, we firmly believe in the importance of investing in advanced technologies to enhance the competitiveness of Islamic financial institutions and broaden the scope of their services.”

He added: “Our participation in The Market 2.0 Conference aligns with our strategic approach to supporting initiatives that embrace global digital transformation and drive innovation across the banking and financial sectors. We view this event as a strategic opportunity to foster partnerships and exchange insights on best practices in utilising artificial intelligence and data analytics to develop innovative financial products and improve customer experience.”

The CEO concluded: “We take great pride in the Kingdom of Bahrain’s role as a host for such prominent events that highlight its position as a leading regional hub for financial development. Through our participation, we aimed to contribute to shaping forward-looking visions that integrate innovation, technology, and Islamic finance to support the path of sustainable economic growth.”

“The Market 2.0” Conference served as a prominent international platform bringing together capital market leaders, experts, and technology pioneers to explore disruptive transformations in exchange infrastructure and trading systems. The event featured high-level panel discussions, interactive workshops and networking opportunities, alongside presentations by leading regional and global institutions, showcasing the latest trends in trading technologies that enhance innovation and transparency in Arab and global capital markets.