Description

Michael and Johnny continue their Fintech tour in the Middle East by exploring a range of FinTech startups, going over what they do and their closest American equivalent. Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on why we see so many overlaps between MENA and US-based FinTech startups.

In News of the Week, Ford has joined the electric revolution with their new electric F-150 Lightning; and Amazon's acquisition of MGM is official.

Recorded Date: Sunday, May 30, 2021

Time Stamps

• 00:00:18: News of the Week
• 00:04:54: MENA startup showcase
• 00:17:54: Wrap up

Highlights

• Trucks are going electric! Ford F150 Lightning is the newest electric truck!
• Bond, it's Amazon Bond with my buddies, The Rocky & The Creed
• MENA FinTechs are growing rapidly
• Lots of the MENA FinTech companies are 1 to 1 equivalent to US based FinTech companies

Links

• The top Middle Eastern fintechs to watch in 2021
• Fintech to drive UAE's growth in 2020
• A Growing Industry: 5 of the Middle East's Biggest Fintech Startups
• Amazon buys MGM Studios for $8.45B
• Ford Targets Real Truck Users With Its Electric F-150 Lightning, Priced From $40,000