IN the rapidly evolving world of financial technology, the Malaysian company SWIPE has established itself as a prominent provider of innovative payment solutions, achieving notable success. The company's Chief Executive Officer, Azarul Hakim, has been instrumental in the development of a variety of fintech solutions, such as an e-commerce platform, a payment gateway, and a mobile payment solution.

Swipe has recently been hard at work innovating and developing the world's first meta payment gateway with a cutting-edge settlement solution that will enable merchants to not only accept online payments but also efficiently manage and distribute them. With over 24 years of experience in the payment gateway industry and multinational corporations, Swipe is poised to revolutionise the way online payments are processed. Swipe's innovative technology will equip merchants with the tools necessary to streamline payment processes and improve business operations.

Now that (Dr.) Sani Araby has been appointed as the new chairman of SWIPE, the company's long-term goals for global expansion include a focus on Europe and the Gulf States, as well as the strengthening of Malaysian and Indonesian markets. As a business magnate, philanthropist, and humanitarian activist, Sani is a well-known public figure around the world. He has more than two decades of experience working in both the private and public sectors, as well as a network spanning over 40 countries.

The appointment of (Dr) Sani Araby Bin Dato’ Abdul Alim Araby as the new Chairman of SWIPE represents a
major accomplishment for the organisation and exemplifies its commitment to further expansion and
technological advancement. Azarul Hakim is excited and optimistic about the future of SWIPE, stating, "We are thrilled that (Dr.) Sani will serve as chairman of SWIPE. His extensive expertise as well as his worldwide network will be of great assistance to us as we work towards realising our objective of becoming a top supplier of fintech solutions not just in the region but also all over the world."

SWIPE announced their new chairman at the Malaysia Pavilion during the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development (DIHAD 2023). Azarul Hakim elaborated on the company's international expansion objectives.

As justification for the company's decision to pursue international expansion, he cited the immense growth
potential of the fintech industry, particularly in developing countries. SWIPE is confident that it will be able to
broaden its reach and develop new fintech solutions that can fulfil its consumers' ever-changing demands now that Sani has joined the company. In connection with this, SWIPE will also exhibit their most recent solution at the KazanSUMMIT 2023 in Moscow (scheduled for May), the AIDEX Expo in Geneva (scheduled for July), and DIHAD 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE.

Sani is knowledgeable in the business and nonprofit sectors. He has served as a board member and consultant for a large number of businesses and organisations all over the world. In addition, he is the chairman of SiagaX Group and the chief executive officer of the Malaysian Consultative Council of the Islamic Organisation (MAPIM Malaysia), a major charitable organisation that provides humanitarian projects, economic empowerment, and disaster relief missions in over 40 countries and promotes education, healthcare, and sustainable development. In addition, MAPIM Malaysia serves as a consultant to over 100 other charitable organisations.

As a result of its expanding product line and excellent leadership team, SWIPE is well-positioned to lead the
fintech sector in the region and beyond, with its headquarters located in Malaysia's Silicon Valley, Cyberjaya.
By appointing Sani to the position of chairman, the organisation has demonstrated its commitment to innovation, expansion, and quality, and this appointment speaks volumes about this commitment.

The future is more promising than it has ever been for SWIPE as the company continues to make waves in the world of finance. For further information, visit www.swipego.io.

* SWIPE is a payment solutions provider

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