KHALEEJ TIMES, Monday, Apr 12, 2021 | Shaaban 29, 1442
Alabbar to head UAE's first digital bank
Emirates:
The UAE’s first digital bank will soon be launched, and the financial
institution will be headed by Emaar Properties’ former chairman Mohamed
Alabbar.
The bank, which will be called Zand, intends to provide both retail and
corporate banking services. It will provide innovative solutions that meet the
needs of both businesses and individuals.
“As the first fully independent digital bank in the country, with a full UAE
banking licence, Zand will provide innovative, effective financial solutions
that help simplify businesses and lives, addressing the needs of both retail and
corporate customers,” said Alabbar.
He said the UAE combines progressive regulations with commercial, financial, and
technology hubs, which provides the perfect environment for a world-leading
digital bank that can be launched in the UAE and scale beyond.
“Backed by strong shareholders and working with the best bankers and
technologists, we’ve built a bank that delivers on the promise of understanding
and meeting customer needs. From our systems to our processes and our team,
we're built and ready, and we're looking forward to welcoming the first
customers soon,” said Olivier Crespin, chief executive officer (CEO) of Zand.
Crespin, a veteran banker, has been previously associated with Eradah Capital,
CIMB, and DBS Bank.
The launch is subject to regulatory approval.
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