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More than 18 billion worth of agreements signed on opening day of Biban 2024
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On the 5th of November, the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Monsha’at, signed more than 17 agreement and MoU on the opening day of Biban24 — the Kingdom’s flagship startup and SME forum — Marking another significant milestone on the Kingdom’s journey to transforming its rapidly evolving small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) sector.
The first day of this year’s edition of Biban24 the annual forum has brought leading startups, fintechs and enterprises from around the world together to strike a diverse range of innovative agreements that will enhance the regional and global SME spaces, with the event — the largest of its kind in the Kingdom — being held from 5 November to 9 November 2024 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center.
Monsha’at has established several local and international agreements, including an MoU with the Korean Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Startups. This partnership aims to enhance the technical classification of SMEs, with a particular focus on the fintech sector.
At the event, Monsha’at has signed cooperation agreements with several local banks, including an agreement with Riyadh Bank for a financing portfolio worth 3 billion SAR, an agreement with Al-Rajhi Bank for 2.9 billion SAR, Bank Al-bilad for 2.85 billion SAR, Bank Al-Jazira for 1 billion SAR. These financing portfolios aim to enhance the ability of small and medium enterprises and entrepreneurs to secure the necessary financial support for their projects, thereby stimulating growth in this vital sector of the national economy.
Additionally, more than 10,000 investment opportunities were also unveiled through collaboration with the Invest Saudi platform, the Furas platform, and other partners.
In line with Vision 2030 and an ongoing commitment to advancing entrepreneurship in the Kingdom and beyond, the Premium Residency Center granted 38 premium residencies to international entrepreneurs. These announcements underlined the theme of this year’s event: “Global Destination for Opportunities“.
In keeping with this theme, London Business School announced the MENA Startup Competition in the Kingdom for the first time.
The gathering focused on driving the growth and development of the Saudi entrepreneurial ecosystem for local and international entrepreneurs, providing a platform for participants to pioneer solutions to press challenges, create new opportunities and advance transformation.
The event shone a spotlight on the major strides made by Saudi and international startups, entrepreneurs and innovators in recent years to bolster the global SME ecosystem which underlined the country’s growing status on the global stage as a leading investment destination, with an increasing number of investors from around the world attracted to the Kingdom’s enabling regulatory environment, strategic location and diverse talent pool.
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HTX Ventures: Fueling Exchanges’ Transformation into Hubs for DeFi-related Services through Education and Diversification, Empowering investors to Manage Risks and Liquidity in a Volatile Market
SINGAPORE, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — HTX Ventures, the global investment division of HTX, shared insightful perspectives on the transforming crypto investment landscape. Edward, Managing Partner of HTX Ventures, explored how crypto exchanges are transforming to meet investor needs, manage risks in volatile markets, and capitalize on emerging trends.
Empowering Private Investors Through Diversification and Education
The panel first focused on how exchanges are empowering private investors to adapt to evolving market conditions by providing diversified asset offerings and extensive educational resources. Edward emphasized that technological advancements, such as blockchain innovations and new assets like BRC-20 tokens and Solana-based assets, are creating unprecedented opportunities for portfolio diversification.
Edward also highlighted that HTX Ventures is offering early access to new and promising projects, allowing private investors to participate in growth opportunities from the ground up. “Exchanges aren’t just trading platforms anymore,” he said. “We’re becoming strategic partners to investors by offering a wide range of assets, providing detailed market research, and ensuring they can make informed decisions.”
Edward commented that HTX Ventures prioritizes investor education, particularly in areas like risk management, platform security, and compliance. He pointed out common investor mistakes, such as neglecting security measures like two-factor authentication (2FA) or failing for phishing scams. HTX Ventures addresses these pitfalls by providing comprehensive educational resources, tutorials, and responsive customer support.
Managing Risks and Liquidity in a Volatile Market
Managing risk in a volatile crypto market was another key point of discussion. Edward mentioned that liquidity is paramount for both large and small investors, particularly during periods of heightened market volatility. Exchanges like HTX manage liquidity by maintaining deep order books, employing algorithmic trading, and utilizing price stability mechanisms, ensuring that trades can be executed smoothly across different market conditions.
“Maintaining liquidity is paramount in this space,” Edward explained. “For smaller investors, the risks are often higher when dealing with less liquid assets. That’s why we provide tools like stop-loss orders, portfolio tracking, and algorithmic risk management to help mitigate these risks and protect them during market swings.”
The panel also discussed how exchanges are educating smaller investors on understanding market depth and liquidity management, which promotes informed decision-making in a highly volatile environment. Such initiatives are crucial as the crypto market continues to attract a broader range of participants, many of whom are new to the space.
The Future Role of Exchanges in a Decentralized Era
Looking ahead, the role of exchanges in the era of Web 3.0 and decentralized finance (DeFi) was a key talking point. Edward outlined HTX’s vision of integrating decentralized elements into their platform, advancing beyond traditional trade execution to becoming comprehensive hubs for DeFi-related services.
“Exchanges are evolving into multi-functional platforms offering everything from lending and liquidity mining to tokenized asset trading,” Edward said. He predicted that as the Web 3.0 landscape develops, exchanges will serve as essential gateways for private investors to access decentralized ecosystems, allowing them to participate in services like decentralized identity verification, data privacy protection, and direct access to DeFi protocols.
Edward further emphasized that regulatory compliance will remain a core focus, especially as more private investors seek safe, regulated environments for their crypto activities. By continually enhancing compliance processes – such as robust KYC and AML measures – while expanding DeFi capabilities, HTX aims to build a secure, transparent, and innovative ecosystem for private investors, positioning itself at the forefront of the next phase in the crypto revolution.
Edward shared his thoughts during a high-profile panel discussion at Blockchain Life Dubai, titled “Crypto Exchanges and Private Investors: Shaping Investment Strategies and Adapting to Market Trends” along with other top industry leaders.
About HTX Ventures
HTX Ventures, the global investment division of HTX, integrates investment, incubation, and research to identify the best and brightest teams worldwide. With more than a decade-long history as an industry pioneer, HTX Ventures excels at identifying cutting-edge technologies and emerging business models within the sector. To foster growth within the blockchain ecosystem, we provide comprehensive support to projects, including financing, resources, and strategic advice.
HTX Ventures currently backs over 300 projects spanning multiple blockchain sectors, with select high-quality initiatives already trading on the HTX exchange. Furthermore, as one of the most active FOF (Fund of Funds) funds, HTX Ventures invests in 30 top global funds and collaborates with leading blockchain funds such as Polychain, Dragonfly, Bankless, Gitcoin, Figment, Nomad, Animoca, and Hack VC to jointly build a blockchain ecosystem.
About HTX
Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved from a virtual asset exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, wallets, research, investments, incubation, and other businesses. As a world-leading gateway to Web3, HTX harbors global capabilities that enable it to provide users with safe and reliable services. Adhering to the growth strategy of “Global Expansion, Thriving Ecosystem, Wealth Effect, Security & Compliance”, HTX is dedicated to providing quality services and values to virtual asset enthusiasts worldwide.
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AI ADOPTION IN FP&A SAVES PROFESSIONALS UP TO 200 HOURS AND £100,000 ANNUALLY
AI Revolution in FP&A is Set to Offer One of the Most Impactful Transformations in Finance
LONDON, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ICit Business Intelligence, a leading Workday Adaptive Planning Solution Provider, has today released new research showing that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) will reshape the future of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), empowering finance professionals to become more trusted, strategic partners to their organisations. According to the latest ICit-commissioned report: Harnessing AI for enhanced Financial Planning & Analysis, FP&A teams are already experiencing substantial financial and time-saving benefits by utilising AI.
AI’s potential for savings and efficiency gains is transforming the role of teams
The independent study*, conducted with 300 UK FP&A professionals, revealed that 85% of organisations are already using AI-powered FP&A software. Two thirds (66%) of finance professionals reported that AI is set to save between 50 and 200 hours of work annually, enabling them to focus on more value-added activities like strategic planning. From a cost saving point of view, these same companies are seeing financial savings of £50,000–£100,000 annually due to AI-powered FP&A software.
According to ICit’s Director, Mark Bodger, “AI’s ability to streamline complex data processes and deliver real-time insights allows finance teams to step into more strategic roles, enabling them to focus on strategic decision-making rather than manual tasks.”
AI is Elevating FP&A Teams into Strategic Leaders
As AI increasingly becomes a standard in financial operations, finance teams are evolving beyond their traditional roles of managing budgets and forecasts. With AI’s ability to analyse vast datasets and predict future trends, FP&A professionals are moving closer to the heart of business strategy, offering critical guidance to senior leadership. ICit’s report highlighted the importance of AI in helping finance teams become strategic advisors, with 59% of respondents to the study noting that AI enhances financial decision-making through more accurate forecasts and real-time scenario analysis. AI adoption is also boosting trust in finance teams, with 67% of finance professionals citing AI’s critical role in providing senior executives with reliable, data-driven insights.
Bodger continued: “AI is enabling faster, more precise forecasting and insights, allowing finance teams to make better decisions and drive business success.”
AI as a Driver of Trust and Competitiveness
The ICit study also showed that AI is becoming essential for finance teams looking to build greater trust with their C-suite executives. Over two-thirds (67%) of finance professionals believe AI will play a pivotal role in establishing confidence in their insights and decisions. As AI evolves, finance teams will be able to quickly adapt to market changes, reducing errors and providing more accurate financial forecasts.
Tim Wakeford, Vice President, Financial Product Strategy, Workday commented: “From tackling manual work to responding to economic instability, the challenges finance professionals face are diverse and growing. In the AI-era, a lack of agility will see slow movers quickly fall behind. The main barrier to achieving this, however, is trust – which is why finance leaders need to seize the opportunity and take action. Leaders must also advocate for AI, cultivate a responsible culture and showcase how it overcomes the daily challenges finance teams face. This isn’t always easy – it may call for tough choices on budgets, or receive initial push back from other leaders. However, with the right steps, a more productive, strategic and high-performing finance department is in reach.”
Mark Bodger concluded: “There is no doubt that AI is giving companies a competitive edge and our latest research indicates that organisations adopting AI in FP&A are outperforming their peers in operational efficiency, cost management, and strategic execution. As a result, these companies are better positioned to navigate financial uncertainty and seize new opportunities.”
*The findings presented in this report are based on a study of 300 UK financial decision-makers, commissioned by ICit. The survey focused on AI/ML adoption in FP&A software between 9th-14th August, 2024.
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ICit is a leading provider of managed services and FP&A software solutions, specialising in Workday Adaptive Planning. We help finance teams leverage advanced technologies like AI and ML to drive performance, improve decision-making, and enhance strategic leadership.
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From Wall Street to Web3: How Triskel is Transforming Financial Access
NEW DELHI, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a world where financial systems are showing cracks—from limited access to exclusionary practices—a quiet revolution is brewing. Web3, with its promise of decentralization, offers more than just technological change; it offers a philosophical shift. But with opportunity comes complexity.
The rise of DeFi has unlocked new possibilities, yet many individuals and businesses struggle to navigate this evolving landscape securely and confidently.
Enter Triskel Wallet, a groundbreaking platform redefining financial tools. The Web3 superapp bridges traditional finance and the Web3 ecosystem, offering unprecedented asset control while ensuring security and compliance.
Beyond Traditional Finance
With just a few taps on a smartphone, investors can access prime real estate opportunities across the globe. No paperwork, no brokers, no hassle.
That’s the power of asset tokenization, and it’s just one of the ways Triskel is democratizing finance. As founder, Abel Benitez, explains, “Imagine owning a piece of global real estate without the paperwork, brokers, or middlemen—just a few clicks away on your phone.”
What was once exclusive to institutional investors, high-net-worth families, and patrimonial wealth is now accessible to everyday users. Triskel opens financial opportunities that were previously reserved for the few, democratizing access to investments and wealth-building tools through its innovative platform.
Your Keys Your Kingdom
Redefining Asset Control At its core, Triskel is a non-custodial wallet. This means users retain exclusive control of their private keys, eliminating the need for bank intermediaries. Users maintain complete autonomy over their assets as sole owners of their wealth.
Abel Benitez, the visionary behind Triskel, puts it perfectly: “Finance isn’t just about profit; it’s about freedom—freedom to control, build, and participate in wealth creation without borders or intermediaries.” This freedom to grow wealth and access previously unattainable opportunities defines true financial autonomy.
Security and Innovation Combined
Regarding security, Triskel has implemented robust measures. Advanced security protocols and regulatory compliance allow safe exploration of the DeFi world while keeping both individuals and businesses protected from legal pitfalls. The platform’s hybrid model offers the best of both worlds, enabling seamless management of both crypto and fiat assets.
Triskel emphasizes the importance of a collaborative economy, reflecting its commitment to shared value creation. As part of this effort, the platform has introduced the Real Referral Program (RRP), offering participants up to 50% of revenue. This initiative not only rewards community engagement but also aligns with Triskel’s vision of building an inclusive financial ecosystem where users benefit from collective growth.
The Future of Finance
As the lines between traditional and decentralized finance continue to blur, platforms like Triskel Wallet are leading the way. By offering security, compliance, and user control, Triskel ensures that individuals and businesses can confidently navigate both realms.
“We’re not just building a platform,” Benitez reflects. “We’re building the future. A future where trust, control, and opportunity are in the hands of everyone.”
About Triskel
Triskel Wallet is a decentralized, non-custodial super app that provides users with complete control over crypto assets. The platform bridges the gap between DeFi and traditional finance with USDT-backed Debit card.
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