The 2nd FinTech Week Dubai 2026, taking place on 16–17 February 2026, is set to feature Harly Zappino, Founder and Managing Partner of Neo Legal, as a distinguished speaker. A globally recognised expert in blockchain law, cryptocurrency regulation, and international financial structuring, Harly brings deep legal and strategic insight to one of the world’s most dynamic fintech platforms.

Harly Zappino is the Founder and Managing Partner of Neo Legal, alongside leading Neo Finance and Neo World Ventures. He specialises in blockchain technology, cryptocurrency law, financial services regulation, international structuring, and corporate advisory. Harly is a trusted advisor to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and global enterprises, supporting complex cross-border structuring, asset protection, succession planning, and the management of sophisticated crypto and fiat holdings.

Recognised as a leading voice in the Web3 legal space across Australia and the UAE, Harly served as the lead advisor on the world’s first IPO to accept cryptocurrency as consideration. Since then, he has advised on multi-billion-dollar token launches, digital asset exchange offerings, and large-scale blockchain transactions, helping shape compliant pathways for innovation in decentralised finance.

Harly has led the licensing and regulatory approval of major cryptocurrency exchanges and virtual asset service providers across key jurisdictions including the UAE, ADGM, Australia, and the British Virgin Islands. His expertise spans DAO structuring, token compliance, and regulatory frameworks for decentralised platforms, positioning him at the forefront of Web3 governance and policy development.

In addition, Harly has advised some of the world’s most prominent meme coin projects and global fintech and online gaming companies on licensing, operational strategy, and blockchain integration. Through Neo World Ventures, he actively invests in early-stage blockchain, gaming, and emerging technology startups, blending legal expertise with commercial execution.

At FinTech Week Dubai 2026, Harly Zappino will share critical insights on Web3 regulation, digital asset compliance, cross-border structuring, and the future of decentralised financial systems. His session will offer practical guidance for founders, investors, regulators, and institutions navigating the evolving global digital asset landscape.

FinTech Week Dubai 2026 continues to serve as a global meeting point for fintech, blockchain, and regulatory leaders shaping the future of finance—and Harly Zappino’s participation underscores the event’s commitment to thought leadership and regulatory excellence.