The Cashless Future: Digital Payments, Fintech Innovation

certified Workshop sessions Total Number of Sessions: 1 duration Total Duration: 7 Hours
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Program Overview

Upon the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
• Describe key fintech and payment innovations (QR codes, digital wallets, blockchain, etc.).
• Understand the policy and regulatory landscape supporting digital transformation.
• Evaluate the benefits and challenges of moving toward a cash-light society.
• Identify how organizations can adopt digital payment solutions strategically.

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Who Should Attend

This workshop is designed for professionals in the banking, finance, and technology sectors who are involved in or impacted by digital transformation initiatives.

  • Financial services professionals seeking to understand fintech innovations.
  • Bankers, payment system operators, and digital banking teams.
  • Government and regulatory officials focused on financial digitalization.
  • Business leaders and strategists exploring cashless solutions.
  • Technology and cybersecurity professionals working in financial services.
  • Entrepreneurs and startups in the fintech ecosystem.
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Learning Objectives

After completing this course

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    Understand the evolution and drivers of digital payments and fintech growth.

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    Explore the technologies and platforms enabling a cashless economy.

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    Analyze Qatar’s progress and strategy toward financial digitalization.

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    Examine risk, regulation, and consumer protection in digital finance.

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Course Prerequisite

No prior education or work experience required.

Course Outline
  1. The Global Shift to Cashless Economies – Trends, benefits, and global examples
  2. Fintech Revolution Explained – Key technologies (AI, Blockchain, APIs, Open Banking)
  3. Digital Payment Systems – Cards, wallets, QR, NFC, and instant payment infrastructure
  4. Qatar’s Roadmap to a Cash-Light Economy
    • Vision 2030 and National Fintech Strategy
    • Role of QCB, QPay, and local banks
  5. Security, Compliance, and Consumer Trust
    • Data privacy, cybersecurity, and financial inclusion
  6. The Future of Money – Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and Beyond
  7. Interactive Group Discussion – How businesses can adapt and benefit

 

 

Wednesday : 08:00am - 03:00pm
calendar Date: 11 Nov 2026 - 11 Nov 2026
Language: English
Regular Registration :
calendar Date : 21 Oct 2025 - 28 Oct 2026
1,000 QAR
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