High-risk payments and banking advisory Capitalixe expanded into Dubai, with both co-founders, Ivan Kovachev and Lissele Pratt, relocating to the city. The move positions the firm at the centre of one of the world’s fastest-growing financial hubs and aims to cater to the rising demand for compliant banking infrastructure in high-growth sectors such as crypto, fintech, and CFD brokerage.
The company’s expansion into the UAE comes as the country’s progressive approach to financial regulation has attracted a wave of companies seeking clarity and stability. The UAE’s fintech market is projected to reach an estimated value of $6.42billion by 2030.
Supporting underserved high-growth industries
Recent updates to the regulatory framework from the UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) have spurred a surge of new CFD brokers and crypto exchanges in the region, many of which require sophisticated and compliant banking infrastructure to scale their operations. By establishing a presence in Dubai, Capitalixe aims to support these companies by offering multi-currency accounts and payment solutions to industries that have often struggled to access reliable services from traditional providers.
Lissele Pratt, co-founder of Capitalixe, commented on the move: “Dubai is experiencing a unique wave of financial innovation, from the rise of CFD brokerage to the emergence of regulated crypto exchanges. By being here on the ground, we can build trust face to face, helping us to accelerate client onboarding and deliver the reliable multi-currency banking solutions that businesses in these high-growth sectors urgently need.”
A strategic financial crossroads
The expansion also highlights Dubai’s growing importance as a financial hub connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa. The city’s relationship-driven business culture and thriving ecosystem of law firms, service providers, and institutional investors are making it a natural base for global companies looking to expand into MENA markets.
Ivan Kovachev, co-founder of Capitalixe, added: “Dubai has become the beating heart of financial services in the MENA region and our presence here allows us to expand our introducer network and unlock new opportunities, all whilst deepening institutional relationships.”
Capitalixe’s move into Dubai is designed to bridge the gap between the region’s evolving regulatory landscape and the practical banking solutions required by businesses in underserved sectors. The company’s expansion signals its confidence in the region’s growth trajectory and underlines the strategic role the UAE is playing in shaping the future of international finance.
