Citizen Mutual Teams with Mastercard
Citizen Mutual has entered into a strategic partnership with MasterCard to introduce MasterCard-branded debit and prepaid cards featuring the Citizen Mutual emblem. This collaboration strengthens Citizen Mutual’s commitment to providing secure, convenient, and globally accepted payment solutions to its customers across more than 175 countries, including the United Kingdom, European Union, Switzerland, Canada, India, China, and the Middle East. Led by Chief Executive Officer Ahmed Habib, the partnership marks a significant milestone in Citizen Mutual’s global expansion, particularly across the Middle East and North Africa region. Virtual cards will be available to customers by the end of December 2025, followed by the issuance of physical cards starting mid-January 2026.
Citizen Mutual Expands Global Digital Asset Operations with Fireblocks Partnership
Citizen Mutual has partnered with Fireblocks, a leading digital asset custody, transfer, and settlement platform, to enhance the security and efficiency of its crypto and digital asset operations. This collaboration enables Citizen Mutual to leverage Fireblocks’ institutional-grade infrastructure for safeguarding customer assets, supporting crypto transactions, and ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Ahmed Habib, this partnership reflects Citizen Mutual’s continued commitment to innovation, trust, and the integration of advanced blockchain technology within its financial ecosystem. The integration with Fireblocks will further strengthen Citizen Mutual’s position as a secure and forward-thinking digital bank serving customers across more than 175 countries.
Citizen Mutual Bank Enhances Global Trading Infrastructure with New FX and Liquidity Operations
Citizen Mutual Bank (CMB) has officially launched its FX and liquidity operations, expanding its financial services to support foreign exchange brokerages across the UAE and Asia. This strategic move enables CMB to provide deep liquidity, competitive spreads, and advanced execution infrastructure tailored to meet the needs of institutional and retail brokers. By leveraging its global banking network and digital infrastructure, CMB aims to enhance market access and stability for partners operating in fast-growing FX markets. The launch aligns with the bank’s broader vision of becoming a key liquidity provider in emerging financial hubs, offering seamless multi-currency settlement and risk management solutions. Under the leadership of Andre Legnovski, Head of FX operations, Citizen Mutual Bank continues to strengthen its position as a trusted global financial institution delivering innovative, technology-driven services across the foreign exchange and digital banking sectors.
