BKN301 at Web Summit Qatar: Addressing Region's Fintech Needs

London-based Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) technology provider BKN301 actively engaged with fintech and banking leaders at Web Summit Qatar 2025 to explore emerging industry trends. Focused on empowering financial institutions across EMEA, the company aimed to address the rising demand for cutting-edge fintech solutions in the MENA region.

Leveraging the Summit for Strategic Growth

Following the establishment of its Qatar headquarters, BKN301 utilized the event as a platform to strengthen its network with banks, fintech firms, neobanks, digital banks, and blockchain companies. The company showcased its BaaS Orchestrator platform, emphasizing how its innovative financial solutions enhance service offerings and drive financial inclusion. With the MENA fintech market projected to reach USD 1.66 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 9.71%, BKN301 positioned itself as a key enabler in this rapidly expanding ecosystem.

Stiven Muccioli, Founder and CEO of BKN301, said: “At BKN301, we focus on accelerating financial inclusion in the MENA region with our modular technology platform, the BKN301 BaaS Orchestrator. This platform offers customised solutions for banks, fintech companies, and digital banks, helping to fill their service gaps and enhance their offerings. By leveraging advanced technologies, we aim to create opportunities for underserved populations while supporting the region's economic growth and digital transformation. Events like the Web Summit Qatar allow us to engage with our audience and foster a future where digital financial services are accessible to all.”

Bridging the Gap Between Traditional and Digital Finance

BKN301’s BaaS Orchestrator is designed to tackle significant challenges in the region’s fintech industry by offering a seamless integration of core banking services and payment processors. Its modular architecture enables businesses to customize functionalities, ensuring greater interoperability with existing financial systems. The company remains committed to helping traditional banks evolve while fostering collaboration between legacy institutions and next-generation fintech firms.

Jordan A. Fabbri, Country Leader, BKN301 Qatar, said: “Our attendance in the Web Summit Qatar holds great significance for us, especially as Qatar has recently been designated as the headquarters for all our MENA operations and the region continues to be the central focus of our global expansion plans for 2025. The summit enabled us to actively engage with industry leaders, gain insights into regional fintech trends, and better navigate the market. It also provided us with a dynamic opportunity to explore ways to further innovate the capabilities of BKN301’s BaaS Orchestrator, all with the aim of bridging the gap between traditional financial institutions and digital innovation.”

Driving Innovation Through AI Integration

At Web Summit Qatar 2025, BKN301 explored the latest artificial intelligence (AI) advancements, aligning with its strategy to integrate AI into its BKN301 BaaS Orchestrator platform. This initiative is a crucial element of the company’s 2025 strategic roadmap, reinforcing its mission to revolutionize banking and financial services through technological innovation.