Demystify Podcast: Demystifying VC in the MENA region with Khaled Talhouni of Nuwa Capital
In this episode of the Demystify Podcast, hosts Dave and Dharm explore the evolving fintech landscape in the Middle East with a seasoned expert at the helm to guide them.
Khaled Talhouni, Managing Partner at Nuwa Capital, joins the podcast this week and shares insights from his 17-year journey as a venture capitalist focusing on emerging markets and the unique financial opportunities shaping the region.
Khaled demystifies the story behind Nuwa Capital’s $100 million early-stage fund, its 30% investment focus on fintech, and its approach to building parallel financial systems in a region where traditional banking models still leave many underserved.
From backing start-ups like BNPL firm Tabby to tackling fundamental challenges like invoice ageing and consumer credit access, Nuwa Capital is actively shaping the future of financial services.
The discussion also explores the regulatory hurdles to scaling fintech across the GCC, the potential of AI and crypto, and how socio-economic shifts are creating new opportunities for financial innovation.
Don’t miss this fascinating deep dive into the future of fintech in the Middle East. Tune in now to Dave and Dharm Demystify!
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