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I’m thrilled to share that we (Adaverse) have invested in blockchain infrastructure startup, Oumla | عملة !
Why Oumla? Simply put, we see massive potential in how they’re simplifying blockchain infrastructure.
Their innovative platform offers a suite of APIs and SDKs that make it easy for developers to build on any blockchain - without having to deal with the usual complex, low-level protocols. And with their new multichain platform, they’re taking accessibility and efficiency to the next level.
Oumla's solutions align perfectly with our mission to back technologies that are driving the Web3 ecosystem forward.
We believe Mohammed Aljasser and team are going to play a key role in the ongoing growth of blockchain across the Middle East, and we’re excited to support them as they expand into new markets.
Read our full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dW6PNuCv
International Trade Adviser and Africa Business Strategist | Host of Unlocking Africa Podcast 🎙️ | Creating opportunities and driving success in the heart of Africa's business landscape
Boosting Revenue and Solving Payment Failures in Africa
Nader Abdelrazik’s Vision for Fintech Innovation🚀💳📈
For Episode #132 of the Unlocking Africa Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Nader Abdelrazik, Co-Founder and CEO of MoneyHash.
During our conversation Nader shared his unique insights into payment infrastructure and the startup process, revealing how MoneyHash is revolutionising payments across the Middle East and Africa. 💳✨
Founded during the COVID-19 pandemic, MoneyHash was born out of a need to solve payment issues faced by scaling companies in the MEA region. Nader noticed that merchants couldn’t fully leverage existing payment providers. Thus, MoneyHash emerged as a ‘middle layer’ in the payment ecosystem, allowing businesses to grow by customising their relationships with payment providers and optimising their payment infrastructure. 🛠️🌐
Since its launch, MoneyHash has achieved incredible success, tripling its revenue and boosting transaction volumes by 3,000% post-beta. The company has also secured partnerships with the likes of Visa and millions of dollars in VC funding despite the global funding slowdown. If you’re looking for insights on scaling payment infrastructure, this episode is a must-listen. 📈💥
In this episode, we dive deep into:
🔹 The necessity and challenges of a payment orchestration platform in MEA.
🔹 What sets MoneyHash apart from other payment gateways in Africa?
🔹 Strategies MoneyHash employs to reduce payment failures and boost business revenue by 10–20%.
🔹 Addressing brain drain and the urgent need for category-defining companies in the region
🔹The journey behind their revenue tripling and 3,000% transaction volume increase post-beta.
I was particularly interested to hear Nader’s take on the widespread phenomenon of payment failures in Africa, which MoneyHash is solving. Currently, 1 in 10 digital transactions fail globally, with this figure rising to a worrying 3 or 4 in 10 in the MEA region, largely due to outdated bank systems, incompatible technologies, and day-to-day technical glitches.
Furthermore, surveys show that 2 out of 3 customers are unlikely to try again if a payment doesn't go through. By acting as a middle layer between merchant and payment processor, MoneyHash’s technology ensures these problems are eliminated, making it a potential game-changer for MEA consumer economies.
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Unlike many companies in the MEA region that emulate Western models, MoneyHash stands out by competing head-to-head with international players, standing on equal footing with their Western counterparts.
It was a pleasure talking to Nader, and I know others in this space will be inspired by his thoughts and achievements. 🤝🔥
Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation - listen to the full episode by clicking the link in the comments now: 🎙️🔓
#Fintech#Payments#Africa#MENA#Podcast#Podcasting
MoneyHash and Visa Team Up to Empower Secure and Enhanced Digital Payment Experiences
"Visa is thrilled to work with innovative platforms like MoneyHash, which contributes to the growing move to digital through providing a simplified process,” said Leila Serhan, Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for North Africa, Levant and Pakistan region. “We thrive to empower our partners with the tools and resources necessary to provide secure and seamless payment solutions.”
Elena Panchenkohttps://lnkd.in/est5bMvE#fintech#finance#banking#paytech#payments#fintechnews#paymentsnews
🌟 #HappeningNow at one of the largest tech forums globally, LEAP24 in #SaudiArabia. Vincent Li, founding partner of Adaverse, takes the stage to deliver invaluable insights into product development and user-centric tech design, laying the groundwork for startups to create #SuperApps.
Focusing on growth trajectories, Vincent shares lessons from apps like Paytm, WeChat, and Gojek, illustrating how the evolution of products with innovation in user-centric features can lead to an astronomical increase in monthly active users by meeting diverse user needs.
🚀 Stay tuned here for more updates at #LEAP24#Riyadh#Web3#techevent#KSA#techinnovation#AdaverseLEAP24#wechat#paytm#Gojek
What a pleasure to be interviewed alongside my bestie, Rosalía Galán, for the Student Paper of The Korea Daily! 🇰🇷
In a three part interview, we spoke about Vision2030 & the opportunities presented by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 for both foreign investors and entrepreneurs - especially for those coming from South Korea.
Rosalia, of course, is an encyclopaedia of Saudi business and culture, having lived on and off for over a decade in Saudi through her work with the UNWTO in Riyadh.
I drew from my experience at Dizrupt, where we've been working with more and more companies who are either from or expanding to Saudi Arabia.
Shoutout to Yani Lee, a very dynamic student & up-and-coming journalist. 👏
How great to see our agency featured on Inc's verified company list! But here's a fun mix-up – they've got us pinned down in Idaho...🤔
As much as we love the idea of being associated with the Gem State (we do like to think of ourselves as a 💎 in our field), we're actually a global team calling Portugal, Nigeria, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia home, and we work with clients from all over the world.
The only place we're not, funnily enough, is the fictional "Castelo de Vide, Idaho". Although, we'd love the idea of a transatlantic twin town ;)
Just a tip for those aiming to get featured on Inc: you can apply for a profile at: https://lnkd.in/eWun959g
It's a great step for boosting your online visibility and SEO. And... possibly find your HQ in an imaginary location 🦄
I'm in Riyadh for a week. 🙋♀️
More than anything, I'd love to meet new people in media, content creators, writers, any intros are appreciated! 🙌
Also, any local businesses looking for PR abroad - Asia, Africa, Europe - hit me up, we can talk over a cup of Saudi coffee, which is consistently the best coffee ever.
Tomorrow from 6 PM you'll find me at the Adaverse Launch Event. If you're interested in web3 and its practical applications, yalla, register here: https://lu.ma/wuxtoz27
P.S. Thanks Wizz Air for these direct flights! Last year we had Bucharest - Riyadh, what a bliss...now Bucharest - Jeddah, still not bad.