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Crypto ETP issuer sets up MENA base in UAE

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  21Shares, one of the largest issuers of cryptocurrency exchange traded products (ETPs), has expanded to the Middle East and hired Sherif El-Haddad, to Head the Middle East office from Dubai UAE. As per the announcement,  Sherif El-Haddad Crypto ETP issuer sets up MENA base in UAE joins 21Shares  in Dubai, where he will lead 21Shares’ market expansion in the region.  El-Haddad previously served as Head of Asset Management at Al Mal Capital. Before that, he was the Managing Partner of Pearl Capital Management and led the asset management division of EFG Hermes for over 13 years. El-Haddad has extensive experience in the financial services sector across the Middle East and a broad set of capabilities and networks. El-Haddad holds an accounting degree from The American University in Cairo. "In addition to Switzerland, where 21Shares is based, Dubai is one of the most exciting and favorable locations for crypto and blockchain businesses. As 21Shares embarks on its Middle East expansi