FinTech Bootcamp Graduation: The Financial Academy celebrated the graduation of 31 Saudi innovators at the FinTech Bootcamp 2024, held during the '24 Fintech' Conference in Riyadh, marking a key achievement in cultivating financial technology Riyadh, September 4, 2024 — The Financial Academy marked a significant milestone today with the graduation of 31 male and female Saudi innovators at the closing ceremony of the FinTech Bootcamp 2024. This event, held as part of the '24 Fintech' Conference at the Roshn Exhibition Center in Riyadh, highlighted the Academy’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders in financial technology.
The FinTech Bootcamp 2024 was a collaborative effort organized by the Financial Academy in partnership with FinTech Saudi and the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority "Monsha’at." The bootcamp was designed with the objective of developing national talent specialized in financial technology, aligning with the broader goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which seeks to transform Saudi Arabia into a global leader in the financial sector.
Chief Executive Mana bin Mohammed Alkhamsan emphasized that the bootcamp was an intensive program spanning six weeks and encompassing 150 hours of comprehensive educational experiences. It provided participants with a dynamic and immersive environment that was tailored to foster their skills and knowledge in fintech. The curriculum covered a wide range of topics, including data analysis, emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, business development, and prototyping. This hands-on approach aimed to equip the participants with the necessary expertise to drive innovation and contribute to the evolving fintech landscape in Saudi Arabia.
In his remarks, Alkhamsan reiterated the Financial Academy's unwavering commitment to developing and supporting talent within the financial sector. He underscored the importance of leveraging all available resources to advance the objectives of Vision 2030. By cultivating young talent and promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, the Financial Academy aims to position Saudi Arabia at the forefront of the global fintech industry, thereby boosting the digital economy and driving sustainable economic growth.
The successful completion of the FinTech Bootcamp 2024 underscores the Financial Academy's role in shaping the future of financial technology in Saudi Arabia, reflecting the Kingdom’s strategic focus on innovation and technological advancement as key pillars of its Vision 2030 agenda..
Program Details: The bootcamp, organized in collaboration with FinTech Saudi and Monsha’at, provided six weeks of intensive training and 150 hours of education, covering data analysis, emerging technologies, AI, business development, and prototyping.
Vision 2030 Alignment: Chief Executive Mana bin Mohammed Alkhamsan highlighted the Academy’s commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by nurturing fintech talent, enhancing the digital economy, and positioning the Kingdom as a leader in financial technology.