ABHI and Squadio Partner to Launch Earned Wage Access for Tech Teams in Saudi Arabia

Quick Summary

ABHI and Squadio have partnered to provide Earned Wage Access (EWA) to technology professionals in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration allows Squadio’s workforce to access their salaries in real-time, reducing financial stress and improving employee retention through on-demand liquidity and modern fintech tools.

How Does Earned Wage Access Benefit Saudi Tech Teams?

Earned Wage Access is transforming the traditional monthly payroll cycle by allowing employees to withdraw accrued pay before the official payday. For Squadio, a platform managing high-demand technology talent, this means providing a competitive edge in recruitment and retention. By integrating ABHI’s solution, employees gain instant financial flexibility to cover unexpected expenses without relying on high-interest loans.

• Real-time liquidity for over 1 million global users.
• Integration with 7,000+ business partners across emerging markets.
• Support for digital transformation goals within Saudi Vision 2030.

“At Abhi, we believe the future of work extends beyond how people work to how they experience and access their earnings,” said Omair Ansari, Co-Founder and CEO of Abhi. “Earned Wage Access empowers employees with greater financial control while enabling employers to promote a more engaged, productive, and financially resilient workforce. Our partnership with Squadio reflects a shared commitment to leveraging technology to improve employee well-being and create modern workplace experiences.”

What Results Has ABHI Delivered for Emerging Markets?

Since 2021, ABHI has scaled its financial inclusion efforts across Pakistan, the UAE, and Oman. The platform now supports a financially resilient workforce by offering transparent access to capital. For business owners, the EWA model is proven to increase employee productivity and reduce turnover by alleviating the "mid-month cash crunch" that often distracts staff.

The CEO of Squadio, Abdulrahman Alzeaagi, said: “We are pleased with this strategic partnership with Abhi Company, which reflects our commitment to providing an exceptional work environment that supports the well-being of our employees and technical teams, and enables them to access flexible financial solutions that enhance stability and productivity. We are also proud to collaborate with a partner that shares our vision of leveraging technology to improve the employee experience. At Squadio, we believe that empowering tech teams with smart tools and modern benefits is the foundation for building more efficient and sustainable workplaces.”

FF NEWS TAKE:

This partnership moves the needle for the Saudi fintech ecosystem by moving Earned Wage Access from a niche benefit to a standard expectation for high-skilled tech workers. As ABHI leverages its World Economic Forum recognition, its expansion into KSA with Squadio signals a shift toward employee-centric financial services. We expect this to trigger a wave of similar integrations as Saudi firms compete for top-tier digital talent.