Dubai, June 22, 2023: Liv, UAE’s leading digital bank by Emirates NBD, recently received the prestigious Digital Bank of the Year title at the Leaders in Fintech Awards 2023, hosted by Entrepreneur Middle East. The event, which recognised key players shaping the future of the fintech ecosystem in MENA, was held on June 12, 2023, at Sofitel Dubai The Palm. This award adds yet another feather to Liv’s cap.
Having been through a phenomenal growth trajectory since its inception just a few years back, receiving this award was both humbling and inspiring for the Liv team.
From hassle-free account opening to high-yielding offerings and unparalled benefits, Liv is constantly striving towards creating innovative products and value-added services that deliver a unique digital banking experience for its customers, all while forging its own path in the fintech industry.
“Emirates NBD is a pioneer and a digital champion not just in Dubai but across UAE and Liv is a testimony of our ability to innovate and bring new propositions to the market. So, it makes us very proud to receive this award on behalf of Emirates NBD and the Liv team. I’d like to extend my thanks to our host and the voting members”, said Pedro Sousa Cardoso, CDO, Liv, on receiving the award.
With the UAE fintech market clocking in a record-high valuation of US$ 2.5 billion the past year and the GCC region having a highly digital savvy population with more than 95% mobile penetration rate, the event was remarkable showcase of the incredulous growth of this industry.
The grand evening saw budding fintech brands come together over good food, engaging conversations and a gala award ceremony.
About Liv Bank
Liv is the UAE’s first digital bank targeted at aspiring, young professionals and digital connoisseurs. It aims to provide a unique experience for this fast-paced, tech-savvy segment of customers by empowering them with flexible products and services that work around their goals and preferences.