Empowering Global SME's: PayPal's Vision for the Future of Commerce

The discussion will look at how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the global economy and fuel innovation, create jobs, and drive growth across borders. The speakers will delve into the acceleration of digital transformation, new technologies and shifting consumer expectations and how these are reshaping the way businesses engage and thrive.

Join Alex Chriss, President & CEO of PayPal,in conversation with JayeshPatel, Chief Executive Officer of WIO, for a fireside chat on the future of global commerce. Together, they will explore the critical role of SMEs and startups in building a resilient digital economy, PayPal’s commitment to supporting entrepreneurs in the Middle East and beyond, and how advancements in AI and agentic commerce are creating new opportunities for merchants and consumers alike.