Cedar IBSi Fintech Lab
Cedar IBSi Fintech Lab
Cedar IBSi Fintech Lab

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Dubai Internet City, Headquarters

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Our Dubai office is the global headquarters of the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Labs and also serves as the regional base for Cedar Management Consulting in the Middle East.

 

The space brings together consulting leadership, ecosystem partners, and FinTech founders, acting as a hub for knowledge sessions, closed-door discussions, and hands-on engagement with banks, regulators, and technology providers across the region.

 

Since 1999, Cedar and IBS Intelligence have worked closely with the Middle East’s leading financial institutions, governments, and conglomerates, delivering over 300 board- and CEO-level mandates across the GCC and wider region. This long-standing regional presence and deep market understanding form the foundation of the FinTech Lab’s role in shaping practical, future-ready financial services innovation.

Cedar's legacy presence

Middle East

Since 1999

203, Bldg # 3, Dubai Internet City, Dubai

India

Since 1985

201, A, Peninsula Business Park Tower, SB Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai 400013

UK & Europe

Since 1991

IBS Intelligence Limited, WeWork, 119 Marylebone Road, London NW1 5PU

Singapore

Since 2024

WeWork, City House, 36 Robinson Road, #02-01 Singapore, North East 068877

Egypt & N. Africa

Since 2022

344/345 Regus, Arkan Plaza, Plot 31, El-Bostan, First Al Sheikh Zayed, Giza Governorate 32423

Frequently asked questions

What does the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Labs do?

Cedar-IBSi FinTech Labs accelerates and supports global financial technology companies by providing structured go-to-market access, strategic partnerships, bank POCs, engagements, and ecosystem intelligence as they expand into the MENA and Indian markets. For additional details, please refer to Our Story page or reach out to the team.

How do I apply?

Applications are open year-round and can be submitted by completing the Express Interest form.

When should I apply?

There is no fixed application window. As long as you have an initial version of your product or service, you should be well-positioned to leverage the range of membership benefits offered by the Lab.

Can I update my application after submission?

You may raise this with the team during your introductory call after submitting the application. The team will be happy to update your information as required.

What should I do if I haven’t heard back after submitting my application?

Our team typically responds within one week of receiving an application. If you have not heard back within this timeframe, you may submit the Contact Us form available on the footer of the website.

Is there one standard membership category?

Membership categories vary based on a company’s stage and the objectives it seeks to achieve. The appropriate category will be discussed and proposed during your introductory call with the Lab team.

Does the Lab provide funding or make direct investments?

The Lab’s programs are focused on acceleration and marketplace enablement and do not involve direct investment. However, Cedar Hill Capital, our venture capital fund, invests in enterprise technology companies serving the financial services industry in India. For more information, please visit www.cedarhill.vc.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Labs do?

Cedar-IBSi FinTech Labs accelerates and supports global financial technology companies by providing structured go-to-market access, strategic partnerships, bank POCs, engagements, and ecosystem intelligence as they expand into the MENA and Indian markets. For additional details, please refer to Our Story page or reach out to the team.

How do I apply?

Applications are open year-round and can be submitted by completing the Express Interest form.

When should I apply?

There is no fixed application window. As long as you have an initial version of your product or service, you should be well-positioned to leverage the range of membership benefits offered by the Lab.

Can I update my application after submission?

You may raise this with the team during your introductory call after submitting the application. The team will be happy to update your information as required.

What should I do if I haven’t heard back after submitting my application?

Our team typically responds within one week of receiving an application. If you have not heard back within this timeframe, you may submit the Contact Us form available on the footer of the website.

Is there one standard membership category?

Membership categories vary based on a company’s stage and the objectives it seeks to achieve. The appropriate category will be discussed and proposed during your introductory call with the Lab team.

Does the Lab provide funding or make direct investments?

The Lab’s programs are focused on acceleration and marketplace enablement and do not involve direct investment. However, Cedar Hill Capital, our venture capital fund, invests in enterprise technology companies serving the financial services industry in India. For more information, please visit www.cedarhill.vc.