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New Lucidity Insights Report Highlights the Middle East as a New Global Fintech Contender
The Middle East's Fintech sector is entering a pivotal phase, with 2025 set to be a defining year for the region
Pierrick Ribes is a Contributing Writer and Researcher for Lucidity Insights. He is interested in disruptive technologies such as Web3, blockchain, digital currencies and retail tech. His career in strategy consultancy coupled with his inquisitive mind make him a thoughtful and investigative storyteller.
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