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The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Commercial Bank, one of Qatar’s most established financial institutions, to facilitate access to banking services for the QFC firms.Under the MoU, QFC will promote Commercial Bank as a strategic banking partner to companies licensed on its platform.In turn, Commercial Bank will design a customised banking offering for the QFC firms and their employees, providing relevant products and services to eligible parties, including immediate banking services to newly-licensed firms."This collaboration delivers tangible value for Qatar’s business community and the broader economy, while reinforcing our commitment to an efficient and supportive environment for businesses operating within the QFC," said Mansoor Rashid al-Khater, chief executive officer, QFC."By working with Commercial Bank, we are creating a more straightforward pathway for our firms to access the banking solutions they need to grow with confidence,” he added.The pact also establishes a framework for collaboration in fintech and digital assets. This includes joint ecosystem engagement, events and hackathons to drive fintech innovation, as well as the development and testing of tokenisation opportunities through the QFC's Digital Assets Lab.The partnership also provides for the collaborative hosting of workshops throughout the year, giving the QFC-licensed firms access to financial expertise and market insights.Stephen Moss, Group chief executive officer, Commercial Bank said this agreement with the QFC reflects its shared commitment to strengthening Qatar’s position as a leading financial hub, while making it easier for companies to do business."By streamlining onboarding and enhancing digital connectivity, we are enabling firms and their employees to operate with greater ease, reinforcing our role as a trusted banking partner," he added.Both the QFC and Commercial Bank play a key role in facilitating business development and growth in Qatar.This MoU advances their efforts to deliver more effective support to businesses through enhanced access to financial services, collaborative initiatives, and knowledge-sharing programmes. 

The Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA), in partnership with the QFC Authority (QFCA), recently held a workshop to support the QFC fund managers and service providers in understanding the QFC fund registration framework.The workshops covered the regulatory landscape, COLL (collective investment schemes) vs. PROF (professional investor funds) regimes, the registration process, governance requirements, and post-registration obligations. Experts from both the QFCRA and QFCA addressed questions from the audience during the interactive sessions, and the workshop concluded with a practical case study led by the QFCRA.

The Qatar Financial Centre and Doha Bank have entered into a strategic partnership to accelerate fintech growth and innovation in the country.The QFC Authority (QFCA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Doha Bank, marking a major step towards strengthening Qatar’s financial services landscape through strategic collaborations in fintech development and digital innovation.The MoU outlines a collaborative framework in three strategic areas as driving growth in Qatar’s fintech and digital asset ecosystem through joint research, prototype development, and the introduction of innovative financial solutions.It also outlines supporting fintech companies through technical guidance, facilitating secure banking relationships, and streamlining account opening processes; and establishing a programme for regular engagement, including quarterly meetings, joint workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions, to explore new opportunities and ensure the continuous development of the ecosystem."This partnership with Doha Bank is a stride towards positioning Qatar as a leading hub for fintech and digital assets. Together, we will strengthen the foundations for innovation that enable fintech companies to grow with confidence and support the development of technological solutions that will define the future of financial services," said Yousuf Mohamed al-Jaida, chief executive officer, QFCA.Highlighting the importance of collaboration in advancing innovation, Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal al- Thani, Group chief executive officer, Doha Bank, said, globally, the banking and financial industry is undergoing major transformations."This highlights the importance of collaboration at the institutional level to drive the development of innovative financial solutions in Qatar and keep pace with these ongoing changes. Our agreement today reflects our shared commitment to advancing financial technologies and innovation within an enabling, inclusive, and comprehensive ecosystem," he said.This collaboration signals a new chapter in financial innovation. As fintech and digital assets reshape global markets, the QFC and Doha Bank are laying the groundwork for creating solutions that will not only serve businesses today but also anticipate the needs of tomorrow’s economy.