How This Startup Revolutionized Investing in the Middle East - Mark Chahwan

from Builders · host Mahmoud Khodor

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Chahwan, the founder of Sarwa, the UAE’s first licensed fintech investment platform. Discover how Sarwa disrupted the investment space, made investing accessible to everyone, and pioneered regulatory changes in the region.We dive into: ✅ The challenges of launching a fintech startup✅ Personal finance habits and investing strategies✅ How Sarwa is helping the next generation build wealth✅ The future of investing in the Middle EastMark also shares insights on building trust in fintech, navigating regulations, and the power of innovation in a competitive market. If you're interested in investing, fintech, or startup growth, this episode is packed with actionable insights!📌 Listen now and start your investing journey!👉 Subscribe & turn on notifications to never miss an episode!Chapters & Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction01:00 – What is Sarwa & how it started05:00 – Building trust in fintech & regulatory challenges12:00 – Investment strategies & financial habits20:00 – How Sarwa differentiates from competitors28:00 – Hiring & building a strong startup culture35:00 – Future of investing in the UAE & beyond45:00 – Final thoughts & how to start investing today

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