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Zawya
04-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Equiti Group and D2A2 join forces to advance regulated digital asset ecosystem in MENA
DUBAI, UAE/PRNewswire/ -- In a bold move set to advance the Middle East and North Africa's (MENA) digital finance landscape, Equiti Group, a global leader in online trading and fintech innovation, has announced a strategic partnership with D2A2 (Dubai Digital Asset Association), the region's premium platform for regulatory discourse on tokenised real-world assets. This high-impact alliance aims to create a more secure, transparent, and future-ready digital asset ecosystem by aligning industry innovation with evolving regulatory frameworks. It comes as MENA accelerates its leadership in virtual asset regulation, with the UAE's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), ADGM and DIFC driving landmark policy frameworks. "Finance should work for everyone, not just those with legacy access. Partnering with D2A2 gives us the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with fellow industry leaders, share insights, and help shape a more inclusive financial future," stated Iskandar Najjar, Equiti Group CEO & co-founder. "It's about building a community where innovation is driven collectively, and access to opportunity is expanded through collaboration." A convergence of finance and innovation Equiti brings deep experience in regulated finance, global market infrastructure and fintech solutions across EMEA. D2A2, meanwhile, is uniquely positioned as a regulatory thought leader, providing a trusted forum for exploring secure digitisation of real-world assets, including property, commodities, and income-generating instruments. Together, the two organisations will champion collaboration between regulators, policymakers, and private-sector innovators laying the groundwork for sustainable tokenised finance in the region. "Our collaboration with Equiti represents a significant step in furthering our commitment to stakeholder engagement and ecosystem development," added Gaurang Desai, Chairman of D2A2. "By fostering constructive dialogue and supporting responsible innovation, we aim to strengthen Dubai's position as a global hub for digital assets." Partnership goals: Building the foundation of tomorrow's finance The Equiti-D2A2 partnership will focus on four core pillars: Driving industry-regulator dialogue to foster balanced growth of the digital asset sector Contributing to policy clarity on tokenisation, custody, and cross-border innovation Elevating financial literacy on blockchain and real-world asset tokenisation Bridging TradFi and DeFi through infrastructure that unites security with agility A regional movement, global impact With governments across MENA embracing digital transformation, this partnership signals a growing recognition of the need for public-private collaboration in setting global standards. It also demonstrates how financial innovation, when paired with strong regulation, can unlock new opportunities for investors, institutions and emerging economies alike. About Equiti Group Equiti Group is a global leader in advanced trading technology, payment software, virtual assets, asset management and physical commodity solutions. With a presence across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, the Group is licensed in major financial jurisdictions including the UK, UAE and Cyprus. The Group delivers a best-in-class financial experience to clients across retail, professional, and institutional segments. Learn more at About D2A2 is the Middle East's premier discourse platform for tokenised real-world assets. Built for institutions and compliant with leading financial authorities, D2A2 is pioneering the future of secure, regulated, and scalable asset tokenisation in the region. Logo - SOURCE Equiti Group
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Equiti Group Appoints Yiannos Xenophontos as Group Head of Trading to Support Global Growth
DUBAI, UAE, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Equiti Group, a leading global provider of online trading and fintech solutions, has appointed Yiannos Xenophontos as its new Group Head of Trading. The high-profile hire marks a major milestone in the company's strategic growth journey. With more than 15 years of experience in financial services and capital markets, Yiannos brings extensive industry knowledge and proven leadership to Equiti's trading operations, further strengthening the Group's commitment to excellence, innovation, and institutional-grade service delivery. He will relocate to Equiti's global headquarters in Dubai shortly. Proven leadership across global markets Yiannos began his career in London as a Financial Products Analyst in banking before joining FxPro Financial Services Ltd, where he held several senior positions including Chief Dealer and most recently Chief Operating Officer. "Yiannos' deeply technical experience in trading and the financial services sector is a tremendous addition to Equiti." said Iskandar Najjar, Equiti Group CEO & co-founder. "With Yiannos joining the team, I know we can continue to deliver the best execution and trading experience across the globe." Continuing on Equiti's growth trajectory Yiannos joins Equiti at a pivotal time, as the Group accelerates its global expansion, product diversification, and commitment to regulated markets. "I'm thrilled to join Equiti during such an exciting phase of growth," said Yiannos Xenophontos, Equiti's Global Head of Trading. "The chance to help shape a high-performing global trading operation alongside a talented, innovative team is an opportunity I truly value. Together, we will continue building a trading engine that is smart, scalable, and laser-focused on client success." About Equiti Group Equiti Group is a global leader in advanced trading technology, payment software, virtual assets, asset management and physical commodity solutions. With a presence across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, the Group is licensed in major financial jurisdictions including the UK, UAE and Cyprus. The Group delivers a best-in-class financial experience to clients across retail, professional, and institutional segments. Learn more at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Equiti Group
