Wadaie obtains the Saudi Central Bank permission to operate as a Time Deposits Aggregator and launches its services
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announces its permission for Wadaie to operate as a Time Deposit Aggregator within the Saudi Arabian money market. This significant milestone establishes Wadaie as the inaugural Saudi platform specializing in Sharia-compliant time and savings deposit products. Serving as a pivotal bridge between individuals, entities, and all banks in Saudi Arabia, Wadaie provides access to the highest return time deposit from all banks seamlessly. Mr. Abdullah Alandas, Founder and CEO of Wadaie, expressed profound gratitude towards SAMA for the pivotal authorization, heralding a new era of financial innovation. Mr. Alandas underscored the collaborative efforts of the SAMA Regulatory Sandbox team, whose unwavering support streamlined the integration of Wadaie's innovative business model. This endorsement not only acknowledges Wadaie's commitment to enhancing investment and savings avenues but also underscores the company's role in fortifying the financial sector's contribution to economic development. The genesis of Wadaie is rooted in the visionary pursuits of its three founders, all seasoned finance professionals. Their collective insight identified a myriad of challenges confronting individuals and entities seeking time deposit options, including procedural complexities, rigid tenors, unimpressive rates, exorbitant minimum deposit thresholds, and the prevailing dominance of demand deposits. In response, Wadaie emerged as a beacon of financial inclusivity and efficiency—a platform engineered to streamline time deposit investments by seamless experience, offering diverse periods ranging from 1 day to 24 months, guaranteeing fixed returns, and adhering rigorously to Sharia principles. Wadaie's recent permission by the Central Bank of Saudi Arabia signifies a watershed moment in the Fintech industry, affirming its unwavering commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and Sharia compliance. As Wadaie continues to revolutionize money market products, it aspires to enrich the financial ecosystem by offering a smooth, rewarding, and ethically aligned avenue for both individual and corporate depositors alike.
September 22, 2024Press release Reading