Commercial Bank International

Commercial Bank International (CBI) is a prominent UAE-based bank dedicated to empowering businesses and individuals through innovative banking solutions. The bank has been actively investing in fintech startups to enhance credit scoring and digital payment solutions, aiming to foster innovation in the financial sector. In November 2024, CBI partnered with areeba, a global payment infrastructure provider, to offer comprehensive card and payment solutions to fintechs across the UAE, marking a significant milestone in supporting the growth of the local fintech landscape. This collaboration aligns with the UAE's vision for a digital-first economy and underscores CBI's commitment to integrating advanced technology into the financial sector. In April 2024, CBI led an investment round in zypl.ai, a fintech startup specializing in generative AI for lending solutions. This investment reflects CBI's dedication to integrating advanced technology into the financial sector, furthering its commitment to innovation and supporting a thriving fintech ecosystem in the UAE. To further accelerate innovation, CBI launched CBIx in October 2025, a wholly owned subsidiary designed to explore and accelerate disruptive ideas across banking, bridging emerging technologies with real-world applications. CBIx operates as an independent digital lab, focusing on areas such as artificial intelligence, tokenized assets, Web3, gaming, and the wider fintech ecosystem. This initiative demonstrates CBI's proactive approach to embracing technological advancements and its commitment to leading the next stage of financial and technological transformation in the region. Through these strategic investments and initiatives, CBI continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of banking and fintech in the UAE, fostering a dynamic and innovative financial ecosystem that meets the evolving needs of businesses and consumers alike.