Telcos’ Fintech Success Hinges on Partnerships and Customer Needs

On day two of the milestone 20 th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit , held under the theme ‘Tech Intelligence Beyond Mobility’ from 20-21 October 2026 in Dubai, UAE, industry leaders discussed what it takes for telcos to succeed in fintech, from partnerships with banks and digital platforms to financial inclusion, super apps, and AI-powered services. During the panel ‘Fintech: Pillars for Telcos’ Success,’ moderated by Shroug Ganawa, Senior Analyst at GSMA, Edgard Hanna Tawk, CEO and