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Aug 2024
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Ep 91. The Transformation of Emirates NB...

Arjun Singh
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Digital Leadership: Embracing the New Tech Age This week, we sit down with Pedro Sousa Cardoso, Chief Digital Officer at Emirates NBD, to explore the state of banking in the UAE. We have an in-depth conversation on the evolving role of CDOs, increasing collaboration between banks and fintechs, and venture building within banks, using Liv Bank as an example. ... Show More
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