Dubai Financial
Markets Forum
13th February | 9am-1pm GMT+
Almas Conference Centre, Dubai
Sponsored by
Dubai Financial
About the Event
Experience the vibrant trading hub of Dubai at our Financial Markets Forum on February 13th at the Almas Conference Centre.
This exclusive gathering will bring together key figures from the financial markets, commodities, and crypto sectors for high-level discussions, market insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
With Gulf Mercantile Exchange (GME) and OKX as lead sponsors, the forum will focus on commodities trading, digital assets, and evolving financial markets in the region.
Key Features:
- Prime Location: Experience the event in the heart of Dubai’s financial district, surrounded by the energy of the global trading hub.
- Market Insights: Gain valuable knowledge on the latest trends and strategies in financial markets through expert-led discussions and panels.
- Exclusive Networking: Connect with traders, industry leaders, and decision-makers from top firms, brokerages, and exchanges.
Agenda Highlights
Spotlight Session: Exploring New Trading Opportunities
A deep dive into crypto trading and institutional adoption, featuring a Q&A session with leading experts. This discussion will cover how traditional financial traders can explore crypto as an emerging asset class.
Panel Discussion: Finding Alpha – Trader Insights Across Markets
A trader-led session where top market participants share:
- Trading strategies across commodities, derivatives, and crypto
- Market updates and outlooks for 2024
- Navigating volatility and identifying new trading opportunities
Spotlight on Dubai: The Middle East as a Global Trading Hub
A session focusing on Dubai’s growing influence in global financial markets, covering:
- The role of Gulf Mercantile Exchange (GME) in regional commodities trading
- The future of digital assets and regulatory developments in the UAE
- Insights from leading financial institutions on expanding market access in the Gulf
Exclusive Networking Opportunities
Curated industry networking with 80+ professionals from prop trading firms, hedge funds, exchanges, and technology providers.
See below for event schedule.
Dubai Financial Markets Forum: Trader's Breakfast
Join us at the Almas Conference Centre for a focused morning of insights, discussions, and networking tailored for trading professionals. This Trader’s Breakfast brings together experts and industry leaders from trading firms, brokerages, exchanges, and technology providers to explore the latest trends and opportunities in financial markets.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your market knowledge, discover new tools, or connect with key players in the industry, this event offers a unique platform to engage and grow your network in Dubai’s financial hub.
Testimonials
One thing everyone struggles with is not having enough people to share ideas with. Events like this bring together traders, investors, and professionals to connect, share, and evolve—because in this industry, you die if you don’t. It was great to see open discussions around technology and AI, especially in India’s evolving market. This kind of forum really helps push the ecosystem forward.
Siddhartha AgrawalCo-founder, Wallsoft Labs 
What I really loved was the close, intimate setup—it gave us the time to focus, have meaningful conversations, and build connections. A big thank you to the Arjun Global team for organizing such a wonderful event.
Shilpa MalhotraBusiness Development, London Stock Exchange Group 
It’s been a great turnout, engaging in conversations around futures markets, from commodities to crypto. I'm really happy and looking forward to the next one.
Russell RobertsonExpert in Strategic Planning and Revenue Generation 
What Arjun Global does very well is bring a broad range of industry professionals under one roof—not just traders, but also exchange representatives, banking professionals, and more. As someone coming from outside India, it’s a great opportunity to connect with a wide cross-section of the local trading community. That’s exactly why we want to be here and be part of it.
David HelpsHead of International Business Development, TMX 
Amazing event, enough time to network and have a very dedicated session. Met people from the buy side, sell side, had in-depth conversations during the coffee breaks and networking session. Very interesting speakers, topics, amazing moderator. It’s not too small, not too big – proper size, good timing. Thanks again Arjun Global for hosting me. Looking forward to the next one!
Dmitry PakProposition Commodities Specialist, London Stock Exchange Group 
We meet industry participants who are engaging with the markets in different ways—like those from tech backgrounds trying to understand the markets and speak to exchanges. It’s a great forum to collaborate and come together. Young attendees get to learn from experienced professionals, and for those with industry experience, it’s a chance to understand different perspectives. It’s all about learning from each other and growing together as an industry.
Arun GuptaCommodities & Energy Head, Futures First 
Definitely a knowledgeable event—specifically on FGBA and low latency, and how the market thinks. It’s a good mix of how the automated world sees the non-automated side, and vice versa. Traders like to share knowledge and get different market perspectives. These kinds of events bring traders together and build a community. This is a high-risk, high-return industry—not for everyone. But if you’re up for that kind of profile, you can really make it big.
Rajeev AgarwalDirector, ARB Trading Group 
Event Schedule
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM: Registration and Networking Coffee
9:45 AM – 9:55 AM: Opening Remarks by Arjun Global
9:55 AM – 10:15 AM: OKX – “Trading Crypto Markets”, Interview with Mr. Iskandar Vanblarcum, Global Head of Institutional Sales
10:15 AM – 10:35 AM: Alpha Panel: “Leading Traders Discuss Market Opportunities Across Gulf Region & Beyond”
10:35 AM – 10:40 AM: Dubai Real Estate: Market Trends & Investment Opportunities, Sobha
10:40 AM – 11:05 AM: “The Future of Commodities Trading in the Middle East”, Russell Robertson, Chief Commercial Officer, GME
11:05 AM – 11:30 AM: Guest Speaker – “AI in Financial Markets”
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Closing Networking Session
Venue
Join us at the Almas Conference Centre located in Jumeirah Lake Towers (Al Thanyah 5), Hadaeq Mohammad Bin Rashid in Dubai.