Join Lean’s CPO for a Live Intro to Open Finance

    June 12th, 2025

    3 - 4 PM GST

In this webinar, Lean’s Chief Product Officer, Tewfik Cassis, will walk through the new Open Finance framework introduced by the UAE Central Bank. You’ll get a clear breakdown of what’s changed, what’s possible, and how to prepare for what’s next.



Featured speakers:

Tewfik Cassis

CPO, Lean Technologies

What you'll learn:


• What Open Finance is and what it means for your business
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• Key details on the UAE’s regulatory framework
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• Real-world use cases and industries already preparing for adoption
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• How to stay ahead with the latest updates, resources, and support

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Frequently Asked Questions about Open Finance

What is the timeline for the launch of Open Finance in the UAE?
The launch window for production is Q2-Q3 2025 with retail bank accounts likely becoming available sooner than corporate accounts.
What is Al Tareq? What does it entail?
Al Tareq is a new consumer-facing brand developed by the Central Bank for Open Finance in the UAE.
It ensures customers receive a safe and consistent experience across the Open Finance ecosystem.

Learn more about Al Tareq in our latest publication ->
What are the improvements Open Finance is expected to bring compared to the current Open Banking payment experience?
We expect a number of improvements to the payment experience. Major enhancements include the removal of the beneficiary cooldown period, a more streamlined account connection and payment initiation process via app2app redirects, along with new types of payment experiences such as request to pay (for collections) and variable recurring payments.
Will the launch of the Open Finance framework change how Lean currently operates?
Following the launch of Open Finance Lean will progressively migrate all our clients to the new established framework. We will work hard to ensure this happens quickly and smoothly for our clients with no disruption to their business.
What’s needed to get started with Open Finance?
Complete an MSA with Lean (or an addendum if you are an existing Lean Client). Reach out to your Customer Success Manager or Sales Representative to start integrating in Sandbox.