WizzFinancial Group, a global fintech platform focused on local payments, cross-border remittances, foreign exchange, lending, and payment gateway solutions, has announced the appointment of Samir Vidhate as the Chief Executive Officer of Xpress Money, its B2B money services division. Operating from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), Xpress Money plays a pivotal role in WizzFinancial’s expanding ecosystem for cross-border payments and lending.

Samir Vidhate brings over 20 years of experience in the cross-border payments and financial services sectors. He has successfully led global expansions and fostered significant industry partnerships. Under his leadership, Xpress Money aims to enhance its mission of delivering seamless, secure, and accessible financial services worldwide.

"With Samir's leadership, we are confident that Xpress Money will continue to build on its success and push the boundaries of innovation in the cross-border remittance and instant live payments sectors", stated Amir Nagammy, Group Executive Chairman of WizzFinancial. "His extensive experience and strategic vision will help us empower underserved markets with reliable, technology-driven financial solutions."

Expressing enthusiasm for his new role, Samir Vidhate said, "I am excited to lead Xpress Money as we expand our offerings and reach more customers in emerging markets". He emphasized WizzFinancial’s commitment to providing critical financial services that drive prosperity for individuals and businesses alike.