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Born to Disrupt – Democratising Real Estate in Saudi Arabia with Hanouf Abdulelah Bin Saeed
In this episode of Born to Disrupt, hosts Mark Walker and Simon Hardie are joined by Hanouf Abdulelah Bin Saeed, General Manager at Stake, a digital real estate investment platform that is revolutionising access to property ownership in the Middle East. Drawing on over 17 years of experience in banking, regulation, and investment, Hanouf offers a deep and practical perspective on how technology and finance are converging to make real estate more inclusive and transparent—particularly in Saudi Arabia.
OpenTrade Raises $7M to Expand Stablecoin Yield Infrastructure
OpenTrade secures $7M in strategic funding to scale its RWA-backed stablecoin yield platform, targeting global retail access to dollar- and euro-denominated yields.
Brand Takedown: How Stripe, Shopify & Square Are Winning B2B with Storytelling
Stripe, Shopify, and Square prove that compelling storytelling isn’t just for B2C. Discover how these fintech giants use brand, mission, and community-driven narratives to win trust, grow users, and drive innovation in the connected ecosystem economy.
Bank al Etihad Launches Carbon Insights Tool with Visa and ecolytiq
Bank al Etihad teams up with Visa and ecolytiq to launch a carbon tracking tool in its app, helping customers monitor their environmental impact and make greener choices.
Tesla Turmoil and Trade Tensions Test Global Markets Amid UAE Strength
Tesla’s stock tumbles amid political risks, while global markets face trade uncertainty. UAE markets outperform with strong earnings and foreign investment, and gold remains a vital long-term hedge in volatile times.
Brink’s and Meedaf Launch Strategic JV to Transform Cash and ATM Services in the UAE
Brink’s partners with Meedaf to launch a transformative joint venture, enhancing cash management, ATM services, and digital retail solutions across the UAE and GCC through cutting-edge technology and operational expertise.