Author: Tamatos
Financial Literacy for Everyone
At myZoi we are not just about numbers and budgets. We are about people and their financial journeys. Financial literacy and financial inclusion goes beyond just buzzwords and they lie at the core of our mission. We firmly believe that everyone regardless of their background or social status deserves access to practical money tips that […]
myZoi x Gulf Business Q&A
Tell us about the inception of myZoi. What led to its creation? Christian Buchholz Co-founder and Chief Product Officer: During my role at SC Ventures in Singapore, I had the privilege of personally interacting with the underbanked and hearing about their families in their home countries such as Philippines, India, Bangladesh. The insights and experiences gained from […]
myZoi at Dubai Fintech Summit 2023
Watch this video to hear directly from myZoi’s leadership on what we’re building. – Enabling financial literacy and inclusion for the underbanked and their families. – Pushing boundaries of innovation and financial inclusion – enabling instant transfers for the underbanked. – Offering companies to advance the social pillar of ESG and much more. Speak to us on […]
Parallels between Sports and Entrepreneurship
myZoi is celebrating World Entrepreneurs Day with insights from Alex Manson as he speaks about what it takes to build great businesses – drawing parallels between 2 of his passions: endurance sports and entrepreneurship. Break hard and massive goals into smaller tasks. Tackle business with process, integrity, and discipline – as you would in sports. And remember, it’s not a sprint, […]
myZoi raises $14M from Standard Chartered’s VC Arm
UAE-based fintech company, myZoi, announced Tuesday it has secured $14 million in funding from Standard Chartered’s SC Ventures and SBI Holdings. Additionally, it had obtained two regulatory licenses from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE). Serving Underbanked Migrants The fintech startup aims to reduce the transaction cost of migrant remittances to less than 3%, […]
myZoi raises $14 million, obtains regulatory licenses
Press Release: myZoi, an innovative fintech focused on financial inclusion and financial literacy for the underbanked, has raised $14 million from SC Ventures and SBI Holdings, as it obtains two regulatory licenses from the Central Bank of the UAE. These achievements mark a significant milestone in myZoi’s mission to enable, digitize and simplify […]
Unleashing the Power of Remittances
The International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) is celebrated on 16 June each year and holds great significance as we recognize and celebrate the crucial contribution of over 200 million migrant workers. These hard-working individuals send money to over 800 million family members in low and middle-income countries exemplifying resilience in the face of global uncertainty. Led by the International Fund […]
Entrepreneurship Day & its Significance
Today, on the 21st of August, World Entrepreneurs Day, I would like to talk a little bit about my entrepreneurial journey which began when I stumbled upon a camera. This camera soon became my companion on a journey to capture emotions, portraits, and movements. Eventually, I managed to turn my skill and unique perspective into […]
Bridging Connections Beyond Finance
In a heartfelt endeavor to embody the essence of Ramadan, the myZoi team visited the local mosque to pack and distribute food to those in need. This initiative not only resonates with the spirit of giving during the holy month but also strengthens our connection with our target audience – the hardworking blue-collar workers who […]