2PointZero subsidiary takes full control of Maseera: 2PointZero Group’s subsidiary EPointZero Holding increased its stake in Cairo-born fintech Maseera Holding to 100%, acquiring the remaining 5% from founder and former CEO Amro Abouesh, who has stepped down, according to a press release (pdf).

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Background: 2PointZero acquired 95% of the Egyptian fintech in February 2025, investing USD 1 bn into the company to help it expand its AI-powered digital financial services to low- and middle-income individuals and MSMEs. The company was planning to set up an Abu Dhabi-based entity at the time, while aiming to scale the platform across emerging markets in Asia and Africa.