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innovate. inclusion. impact.

SEDANIA As Salam Capital is organizing an exclusive by-invitation only event that will bring together innovators, and industry leaders to discuss critical topics especially to advance and integrate Islamic finance principles with modern financial technology (Fintech).  

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Monday, 26 January 2026 | 8:00 AM - 4:00PM 

VENUE: EQ Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

Countdown to MAIFF 2026

26 January 2026 | 8:00 AM

What is MAIFF?

The Malaysia Islamic Fintech Forum (MAIFF) is a full-day forum scheduled for Monday, 26 January 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, to be held at EQ Hotel Kuala Lumpur. 

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The forum will bring together prominent Shariah scholars, Islamic banking professionals, fintech leaders and SEDANIA As Salam Capital (SASC) clients to deliberate on critical issues and emerging innovations shaping the Islamic fintech ecosystem in Malaysia and global. 

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MAIFF aims to strengthen Shariah oversight, foster meaningful industry collaboration, enhance client confidence, and position SASC as a pioneer in ethical, innovative, and sustainable Islamic fintech solutions. 

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Notably, MAIFF marks a significant milestone as Malaysia’s first dedicated Islamic fintech forum, reinforcing SASC’s leadership and thought leadership within the national and global Islamic fintech landscape. 

Our Mission

The mission of MAIFF is to serve as a trusted and collaborative platform that advances Shariah-compliant fintech innovation by connecting Shariah scholars, industry leaders, and technology practitioners to co-create solutions that are resilient, inclusive, and aligned with the Objectives of Shariah (Maqasid al-Shariah). 

Our Vision 

To position Malaysia as a global reference point for Islamic fintech excellence by fostering a future-ready ecosystem where Shariah principles, technological innovation, and ethical finance converge to deliver sustainable economic and social impact. 

Our Tagline 

INNOVATE

MAIFF champions innovative Shariah-compliant fintech solutions that respond to real-world financial needs. By encouraging collaboration between Shariah scholars, industry leaders, and technology practitioners, MAIFF supports forward-looking ideas that strengthen the Islamic finance ecosystem and ensure its relevance in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

INCLUSION

MAIFF is committed to financial inclusivity, ensuring that Islamic fintech solutions are accessible to all segments of society. The forum promotes equitable access to ethical financing and digital financial services, particularly for underserved communities, micro, small, and medium enterprises, and emerging market participants.

IMPACT

Beyond innovation and access, MAIFF emphasises meaningful social and community impact. The forum aligns fintech development with the objectives of Shariah (Maqasid al-Shariah), prioritising solutions that contribute to sustainable economic growth, social wellbeing, and long-term value creation for communities.

What to expect

MAIFF offers unparalleled opportunities to advance your knowledge, expand your network, and position yourself at the forefront of Islamic fintech innovation.

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Exposure to innovation

Gain firsthand insight into cutting-edge trends, technologies, and solutions shaping the future of Islamic fintech.

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Financial inclusion

Explore how technology can open doors for underserved communities through accessible, ethical, and Shariah-compliant financial services.

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Meaningful impact

Understand the real impact of Islamic fintech on businesses, communities, and the global financial ecosystem.

Meet the speakers

Learn from the brightest minds in Islamic finance, digital and fintech innovations. Our distinguished speakers bring decades of combined expertise and groundbreaking insights.

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KEYNOTE ADDRESS SPEAKER

Professor Dato’ Dr. Aznan Hasan

Chairman, Shariah Committee SEDANIA As Salam Capital

Professor Dato’ Dr. Aznan Hasan is a globally recognised Islamic finance authority with over 20 years of academic, regulatory, and advisory experience. He chairs the Shariah Advisory Council of the Securities Commission Malaysia and holds prominent international advisory roles, contributing to Shariah governance, capital markets, takaful, zakat, waqf, and complex product structuring, making him one of the most influential figures in contemporary Islamic finance.

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Dr. Ahcene

Lahsasna

Shariah Committee

SEDANIA As Salam Capital

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Mr. Bernard

Chan​

Deputy CEO,

Atome Financial

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Pn. Dafinah

Ahmed Hilmi

CEO, Hong Leong

Islamic Bank

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Dr. Eskandar

Shah​​

CEO, ISRA Consulting

 

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Mr. Henry Ho

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Head of Lending, Grab Financial Malaysia

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Mr. Johnny

Tin Ju Min

Co-Founder & CEO,

ArkMind

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Mr. Jonathan Lim

Hon Kiat

Partner, Zaid Ibrahim & Co (ZICO)

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En. Khairil Anuar​ Mohammad Anuar

CEO, Co-opbank Pertama

 

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En. Khairil Anuar​ Mohd Noor

CEO, Masryef Group

 

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Dr. Khairul Anuar Ahmad

Shariah Committee

SEDANIA As Salam Capital

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En. Muhamad Fahmi Mustafa

Head of Islamic Banking & Finance, Sunline Technology

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YM Raja Datin Paduka Teh Maimunah

Raja Abdul Aziz

CEO, AEON Bank

 

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Dr. Ridzwan

Bakar​

CEO, Yayasan Waqaf

Malaysia

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Dr. Rofaizal

Ibhraim​

Shariah Committee

SEDANIA As Salam Capital

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Dr. Sakinah

Abdul Samad

Asst Prof Kuliyyah Economic and Management Sciences, IIUM

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Pn. Suhaida

Mahpot

CEO, Amanie Advisors

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Mr. Vijay

Thangavelu​

CEO, redON Digital

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Ir. Wan Murdani

Wan Mohamad

Vice President Digital Adoption, MDEC

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Ust. Wan Rumaizi Wan Husin

Chairman, Shariah Committee AEON Bank

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En. Yusry

Yusoff

CEO, IBFIM

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Event Programme

All times in Malaysia Time (GMT +8).

This is a tentative agenda and may be updated where necessary.

TIME

8:00 AM

8:55 AM

9:00 AM

9:05 AM

9:20 AM

9:30 AM

9:35 AM

9:45 AM

10:45 AM

10:50 AM

11:00 AM

12:00 PM

1:00 PM

1:10 PM

1:20 PM

2:45 PM

3:45 PM

3:55 PM

AGENDA

Registration / Breakfast

Doa Recitation by Ust. Nik Hafiz Hassan, Head of Shariah SASC

Opening Remarks by Pn. Khairul Nisa Ismail, CEO SASC

Keynote Address by Prof. Dato’ Dr. Aznan Hasan, Chairman Shariah Committee SASC

Launching AS SIDQ 2.0 Digital Commodity Trading Platform

Shariah Certification AS SIDQ 2.0 Ceremony by Masryef Advisory

Announcement of SASC Islamic Fintech Industry White Paper Research

Awards for Top 4 SASC Bank Partners

PANEL DISCUSSION 1

Reimagining the Future of Inclusive Islamic Finance in the Digital Economy

Panel Speakers:

  1. Mr. Henry Ho, Head of Lending Grab Financial Malaysia

  2. Mr. Vijay Thangavelu, CEO redON Digital

  3. Mr. Bernard Chan, Deputy CEO Atome Financial

  4. Mr. Jonathan Lim Hon Kiat, Partner Zaid Ibrahim & Co (ZICO)

Moderator:​​ Dr. Rofaizal Ibhraim, Shariah Committee SASC

 

Q&A Session

Quiz Session 1

Coffee Break / Networking

PANEL DISCUSSION 2

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Shariah-Driven Social Impact

Panel Speakers:

  1. Mr. Johnny Tin Ju Min, Co-Founder & CEO ARKMIND

  2. Ust. Wan Rumaizi Wan Husin, Chairman Shariah Committee AEON Bank

  3. Dr. Sakinah Abdul Samad, Asst Prof. Kuliyyah Economic and Management Sciences IIUM

  4. En. Muhamad Fahmi Mustafa, Head of Islamic Banking & Finance Sunline Technology

Moderator:​​ Dr. Khairul Anuar Ahmad, Shariah Committee SASC 

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Q&A Session

PANEL DISCUSSION 3

Empowering Islamic Social Finance through Digital Innovation

Panel Speakers:

  1. Dr. Ridzwan Bakar, CEO Yayasan Waqaf Malaysia

  2. En. Khairil Anuar Mohammad Anuar, CEO Co-opbank Pertama

  3. Dr. Eskandar Shah, CEO ISRA Consulting

  4. Pn. Dafinah Ahmed Hilmi, CEO Hong Leong Islamic Bank

Moderator:​​ Pn. Suhaida Mahpot, CEO Amanie Advisors 

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Q&A Session

Awards for Top 4 SASC Non-Bank Partners

Quiz Session 2

Lunch Break & Zohor Prayer 

PANEL DISCUSSION 4

Shaping Malaysia as the Global Hub for Islamic Fintech Innovation

Panel Speakers:

  1. Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Vice President Digital Adoption, MDEC

  2. YM. Raja Datin Paduka Teh Maimunah Raja Abdul Aziz, CEO AEON Bank

  3. En. Yusry Yusoff, CEO IBFIM

  4. En. Khairil Anuar Mohd Noor, CEO Masryef Group

Moderator:​​ Dr. Ahcene Lahsasna, Shariah Committee SASC

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Q&A Session

Quiz Winners Announcement & Gift Presentation

Closing Remarks by En. Khairul Azman Abd Wahab, CTO SASC

Venue

EQ Hotel, Kuala Lumpur • The Conservatory, Level 3

Address:

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EQ Hotel,
Equatorial Plaza,
Jalan Sultan Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia

Getting there:

Basement parking available

Raja Chulan Monorail Station

250m • 3-min walk

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