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Ayan Capital Secures Shariah-Compliant Financing Facility of up to £25 Million from Partners for Growth

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New funding will be used to boost growth, scale tech-led underwriting, and expand UK access to halal finance, targeting £25m in 2025 and £100m by 2026.

LONDON, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ayan Capital, a fast-growing provider of halal vehicle financing, has secured up to £25 million in Shariah-compliant financing facility from institutional debt provider Partners for Growth (PFG), a global private credit firm with a strong 20-year track record of backing high-growth technology and fintech companies in more than 20 countries. This investment reflects the rising demand for Islamic financial products in the UK and reinforces Ayan Capital’s position as a key player in the sector.

Ayan Capital provides halal business car financing, serving private hire (Uber, Bolt, etc.) and business drivers seeking halal alternatives to purchase low-carbon emission cars. Operating in the £21.7 billion UK used car finance market – still dominated by non-tech players under regulatory scrutiny – Ayan offers a tech-led, commission-free model that puts customers first, financing them directly regardless of where they buy their car. Expanding beyond vehicle financing, the company recently launched Ayan Pay, a 0% interest, 12-month financing covering home repairs, renovations, car repairs and furniture purchases.

Ayan Capital more than doubled its financing issuance last quarter, growing 2.2x while maintaining a 0% non-performing loan rate – demonstrating the strength of its underwriting technologies and expertise. This latest funding follows Ayan Capital’s recent £3.4 million Pre-Series A round.

With this new £25 million funding, which is based on Ijara wa Iqtina principles, Ayan Capital aims to accelerate growth, enhance its technology-driven underwriting capabilities, targeting £25 million in financing this year and £100 million in 2026, broadening access to halal financial products across the UK and laying the groundwork for a long-term vision that includes a UK banking license application.

Ayan Capital is building on the success of Alif Bank, also co-founded by Abdullo Kurbanov and based in Central Asia, whose digital transactions grew by 30x over three and a half years, serving over four million customers. Now, Ayan aims to become a UK leader in Islamic banking, leveraging the country’s strong regulatory environment.

Ayan is addressing the gap in UK Islamic finance. Despite the UK’s Muslim population set to reach 10m by 2050, according to some estimates, Islamic banking remains severely underserved, with only 0.1% of total banking assets – even though 82% of UK Muslims seeking Shariah-compliant products. However, momentum is building – Islamic bank assets in the UK surged 26% in 2023 to $8.2 billion, with Fitch Ratings projecting growth to $15 billion in the medium term.

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Armineh Baghoomian, Co-Head of Fintech at Partners for Growth, stated: “Ayan Capital is redefining what Islamic finance can look like in a modern, tech-enabled ecosystem. Their strong traction, disciplined underwriting, and commitment to financial inclusion closely align with PFG’s mission to support founders building next-generation financial infrastructure. We’re proud to support Ayan as they scale access to Shariah-compliant products across the UK and beyond.”

Richard Osborne, Investment Manager at PFG stated: “We are excited to support Ayan’s mission to expand access to Shariah-compliant financing throughout the UK. The team’s experience, strong underwriting expertise and technology-first approach align well with PFG’s global strategy of backing great founders building high-growth, innovative financial services businesses. We’ve been particularly impressed by Ayan’s growth trajectory and ability to achieve key milestones at a rapid pace. We look forward to seeing Ayan’s continued success and impact on the market.”

Abdullo Kurbanov, Co-founder and CEO of Ayan Capital stated: “We are grateful for the trust and support of the PFG team. Our mission is to make halal financing more accessible in every way – cost, technology, and customer experience. Choosing a halal option should not mean paying more. While we are still at the beginning of our journey, we are wholeheartedly committed to building a financial system that is open to all – one that is not only halal but also more competitive, convenient, and innovative than conventional alternatives.”

Furkat Suvhanov, COO of Ayan Capital, stated: “We’re growing rapidly while maintaining exceptional portfolio quality and customer service. Our partnership with PFG reflects the strength of our model and supports our long-term capital strategy. Building on this momentum, with PFG’s support, we’re now beginning work on our next £75–100 million Shariah-compliant debt raise.”

About Ayan Capital

Ayan Capital is a halal, technology-driven financial services provider committed to making Islamic finance accessible to millions across the UK and beyond. Founded by Abdullo Kurbanov, Firdavs Mirzoev, and Zuhursho Rahmatulloev, the company is laying the groundwork for the long-term vision of a banking license application in the UK.

About Partners for Growth

Partners for Growth (PFG) is a global private credit firm specializing in custom debt solutions for high-growth companies. For over twenty years, PFG has provided growth debt financing to tech, fintech, healthcare, and tech-enabled companies to accelerate their path to profitability or finance specific assets at pivotal stages of growth. Since inception, PFG has partnered with more than 250 companies across 20 countries.

TMT Global Advisers provided financial advice to Ayan Capital on this transaction. TMT Global Advisers is an independent mid-market advisory firm specializing in M&A and fundraising for tech, telecom, and media clients worldwide.

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PriceHubble launches its new AI Agents Suite, leading residential real estate into a new era

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LONDON, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PriceHubble––Europe’s leading provider of property data solutions––is strengthening its position as a leader in AI by merging generative AI and automation, with its own extensive database of residential real estate data, and, launching a novel suite of real-estate-powered AI Agents.

This launch is a significant step in PriceHubble’s AI-first strategy and is a leap forward in the finance and real estate industries at large.

The AI Agents Suite is the first of its kind. It brings together PriceHubble’s trusted real estate data, task automation and generative AI. The suite comprises of: PriceHubble Companion for client engagement, PriceHubble Copilot for workflow tasks and PriceHubble Analyst for market research.

PriceHubble’s AI Agents enable finance and real estate professionals to offer round-the-clock, integrated, premium experiences. This will notably increase customer engagement and accelerate productivity.

Leading a strategic shift in the industry

The introduction of AI agents to the industry offers a game-changing advantage for real estate and finance professionals to leverage: “AI agents are simply the natural next step for both us and the industry: what we achieved with our AI Agents Suite is the next innovation for the market.” said Stefan Heitmann, CEO and founder of PriceHubble, “Our belief has always been that precise and transparent data, combined with beautifully designed and customisable solutions, is the ultimate formula for delivering exceptional customer experiences, boost advisor productivity and deliver return on investment in the finance and real estate sector.”

Designed for real estate and finance professionals

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PriceHubble’s suite of AI Agents stands out in the market as the first solution to directly address the challenges and needs of players working across the real estate value chain, including banking institutions, mortgage lenders, insurance providers, real estate agencies and platforms, as well as investors and developers. The suite includes:

  1. PriceHubble Companion: A light-touch, always-on digital presence that delivers personalised property insights, builds property dashboards and offers advice — transforming real estate into an engaging touchpoint.
  2. PriceHubble Copilot: An agent embedded into workflows to help execute tasks quickly and accurately. From valuing a property, preparing a pitch, drafting valuation reports, responding to client inquiries to managing complex underwriting processes.
  3. PriceHubble Analyst: Built to accelerate the research process—exploring property trends, interpreting market dynamics, and generating clear, data-backed insights and reports.

Every agent can be customised and integrated to meet a customer’s unique demands, from matching tone and brand to slotting into any internal workflow.

Built to create value and deliver real business impact

PriceHubble’s AI agents deliver measurable performance from day one and are built with a focus on two key drivers:

  • Customer engagement at scale: Hyper-personalised, proactive interactions around property enhance the end customer experience, and,
  • Workforce productivity: Automating complex, data-intensive tasks frees up professionals to focus on high-value, strategic work.

PriceHubble’s Chief Product Officer, Loeiz Bourdic, expands on this by adding: “We’re not building general-purpose chatbots—we’re delivering agentic solutions that drive performance where it matters most. Every insight is grounded in curated, reliable property data and adapted to our customers’ unique needs. That’s what makes this a game-changer.

Select AI agents are now in closed preview for specific use cases, with broader availability later this year. Reach out to learn more.

About PriceHubble
PriceHubble is a European B2B company that builds innovative digital solutions for the financial and real estate industries based on property valuations and market insights. Leveraging big data, cutting-edge analytics and great visualisation, our property performance system brings a new level of transparency to the market, enabling their customers to make real estate and investment decisions based on the most accurate data-driven insights (such as valuations, market analyses, value forecasts, building simulations or energy performance insights) and enhance the dialogue with end consumers. PriceHubble’s digital solutions are designed to help all players across the entire real estate value chain (banks, asset managers, developers, property managers and real estate agents). PriceHubble is already active in 11 countries (Switzerland, France, Germany, Austria, the United Kingdom, Japan, the Netherlands, Belgium, Czech Republic, Slovakia and the United States) and employs more than 200 people worldwide.

Contact PriceHubble
Camille Charlier
Head of Corporate Communications
camille.charlier@pricehubble.com
+491708091185

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HONGQI Unveils New Models and Expands Global Vision at Auto Shanghai 2025

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SHANGHAI, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At Auto Shanghai 2025, HONGQI proudly unveiled its strategic vision, focused on the creation of the “Shared-Value Mobility Union.” By harnessing the combined strengths of its three core technology platforms—”Tiangong” pure electric, “Honghu” hybrid, and “Jiuzhang” intelligent—HONGQI reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to its brand DNA: A: Safety, Intelligence, Green, Health, and Taste. Every HONGQI vehicle is crafted to embody its owners aspirations, while contributing to the creation of a brand-new win-win ecosystem.

Following this, the highlight of the event was the debut of two new models based on the “Tiangong” pure electric platform: the EH5 sedan and the EHS5 SUV. Both models are designed for younger, dynamic lifestyles, featuring sleek, compact proportions that ensure easy driving in both urban and suburban environments. The clean front EV nose design of both cars eliminates the need for traditional combustion grille bar decorations, while still retaining the signature HONGQI red stripe, making them easily recognizable to our global audience. Integrated with the DeepSeek-LLM, they deliver an adaptive and intelligent user experience.

Adding to the excitement, HONGQI also unveiled its first luxury off-road SUV, showcasing the brand’s commitment to innovation in diverse mobility solutions. At the same time, HONGQI launched the Off-Road Ecosystem Co-Creation Plan, inviting collaboration from global modification companies, designers, and off-road enthusiasts to jointly create a new off-road ecosystem.

HONGQI also introduced the GUOYA model from its Golden Sunflower sub-brand, a flagship luxury vehicle that combines exceptional craftsmanship with advanced technology. GUOYA emphasizes both superior performance and refined luxury, marking a major milestone in HONGQI’s evolution from “Oriental Luxury” to “World’s New Luxury.”

Since launching its international expansion in 2020, HONGQI has established a presence in 43 countries and regions, with overseas sales doubling for four consecutive years and achieving a compound annual growth rate of 151%. This success is rooted in HONGQI’s full commitment to embracing the core Chinese traditional value of “Regard all creations with harmony,” focusing on accelerating technological inclusivity, deeply engaging with local communities, and promoting local industrial development. Looking ahead, HONGQI plans to build five major base clusters across Southeast Asia, Europe, and Latin America. By 2030, HONGQI expects its overseas production capacity to exceed 200,000 units, while creating over 20,000 jobs globally.

Just like Shanghai, which resonates with the rhythm of the world through its openness and innovation, HONGQI’s vision is to create a new symbol of  “mutual growth, co-create, win-win” . With a steadfast commitment to long-term growth, HONGQI will continue to craft exceptional vehicles, build a world-class luxury brand, and drive forward with Chinese wisdom.

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Into Tomorrow: VT Markets’ Next Chapter in Trading Innovation

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Marking 10 years with exclusive initiatives throughout the year

SYDNEY, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — VT Markets, a leading multi-asset brokerage, is proud to celebrate its 10th year in the industry. Over the past decade, VT Markets has redefined the landscape of trading to deliver unmatched value to its customers. Looking to the future, VT Markets embraces the theme “Into Tomorrow,” symbolizing our commitment to the next stage of growth and transformation.

A Decade of Evolution and Growth

Since its inception, VT Markets is driven by a clear vision: to innovate and transform the way people trade. From the pioneering of cutting-edge trading technology to the expansion into global markets, VT Markets has always stayed ahead of the curve. The past decade has been a story of transformation—each milestone has played a pivotal role in shaping the company into its success today.

Into Tomorrow, Together

Looking ahead, VT Markets is driven by a renewed sense of purpose. The theme “Into Tomorrow” symbolizes a journey toward the future and a commitment to navigating it with boldness, continually innovating, and reimagining what is possible. Over the next 2-3 years, VT Markets is poised for remarkable growth, with plans to expand its global reach, launch new cutting-edge products, and establish its foothold in emerging markets. The company is determined to explore uncharted territories, set new standards, and reshape the trading landscape, all while remaining true to its commitment to delivering exceptional value to its clients and partners.

“As VT Markets celebrates a decade of growth, we take pride in the foundation we’ve built—one rooted in innovation, trust, and a shared vision to transform the trading experience. This anniversary is a powerful reminder of our commitment to not only evolve as a brand, but to continuously set new benchmarks in the industry. Moving forward, we’re focused on expanding our impact, forging new paths, and delivering exceptional value for our clients and partners around the world.”

– Dandelyn Koh, Global Brand and PR Lead, VT Markets

Celebrating with Exclusive Initiatives

VT Markets first unveiled its 10th anniversary festivities to clients and partners during its Gala Dinner, ” A Billionaire’s Odyssey”, held in Bangkok, Thailand. To commemorate this monumental year, VT Markets will be launching a series of exciting initiatives throughout the year that will engage, inspire, and commemorate.

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  • Global Trading Competition: An exciting trading competition inviting traders from around the world to showcase their skills and compete for incredible prizes, reinforcing VT Markets’ commitment to empowering traders at every level.
  • Limited-Edition Merchandise: Exclusive line-up of collectibles to celebrate with our community
  • Branded Content and Promotions: Attractive promotions, and exclusive offers for our community to celebrate the customers who have made this journey possible.
  • Commemorative Video: A tribute to VT Markets’ journey, showcasing key milestones and transformations.

These exciting launches will unfold progressively throughout the year, and details of each will be unveiled on vt10.com and VT Markets’ social media channels.

A Call to the Future

As VT Markets looks ahead, our way forward is of bold ambition, exploration, and innovation. Together, VT Markets will continue to push boundaries, reimagine possibilities, and create new opportunities for everyone it works with. Join us as we step boldly “Into Tomorrow.”

About VT Markets

VT Markets is a regulated multi-asset broker with a presence in over 160 countries as of today. It has earned numerous international accolades including Best Online Trading and Fastest Growing Broker. In line with its mission to make trading accessible to all, VT Markets offers comprehensive access to over 1,000 financial instruments and clients benefit from a seamless trading experience via its award-winning mobile application.

For more information, please visit the official VT Markets website or email us at info@vtmarkets.com. Alternatively, follow VT Markets on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

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