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Network International Partners with Wio Bank to Expand Digital Lending Marketplace for SMEs in the UAE
Network International, a leading enabler of digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa, has entered a strategic partnership with Wio Bank PJSC, the UAE’s leading digital bank, to enhance access to digital lending solutions for SME merchants across the UAE.
The partnership integrates Wio Bank’s lending products directly into Network International’s digital merchant lending marketplace—an innovative platform designed to simplify and accelerate credit access for small and medium-sized enterprises. This collaboration enables eligible merchants to complete the entire lending journey—from application to disbursement—entirely online.
By leveraging real-time transaction data from Network’s payment platforms, SME merchants can receive personalized loan offers from Wio Bank and complete the process seamlessly through a single integrated platform.
Murat Cagri Suzer, Group CEO of Network International, said:
“Our mission is to build innovative solutions that empower our customers. Partnering with leading banks like Wio Bank allows us to offer SMEs quick, one-click loan experiences through our platform. We’re proud to welcome Wio Bank as a digital lender, further expanding financing options for businesses transacting through our network.”
Jayesh Patel, CEO of Wio Bank, added:
“This partnership with Network International simplifies financial management and access to credit for SMEs. We aim to drive entrepreneurship and business growth in the UAE by creating a stronger, digitally enabled ecosystem.”
The collaboration underscores Network International’s ongoing commitment to empowering SMEs with accessible financing tools while expanding Wio Bank’s digital reach to a broader merchant base across the country.