About Digital Line

CTO and Managing Partner at the Forefront of Financial Technology Innovation Marwan Zakhia, an esteemed CTO and Managing Partner, boasts a remarkable 16-year trajectory in the financial technology sector, noted for his proficiency in blockchain, digital currencies, and distributed ledger technology. His innovative approach to financial market infrastructures and FinTech has been demonstrated during his tenure in banking, government, and retail sectors.

As a visionary in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), Marwan has extended his expertise to the creation of expansive integration platforms and the development of robust APIs, thereby laying the groundwork for a new era of financial solutions. His strategic leadership has been pivotal in the deployment of high-stakes projects, integrating digital currency systems across various institutional frameworks.

Marwan's academic credentials include a Master's degree in Digital Currency & Blockchain from the University of Nicosia, Cyprus, and a Master's degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from the Lebanese University, with a focus on software and telecommunications.

His technical mastery is evident in his in-depth understanding of blockchain platforms such as R3 Corda, Hyperledger Fabric and Besu, and Ethereum. His work in CBDCs includes both strategic conception and practical implementation of wholesale and retail applications, as well as regulated stable coin projects.
His proficiency with cloud services is showcased in his projects utilizing OCI, AWS, and GCP, reflecting a comprehensive approach to digital transformation in the cloud era.

Marwan's all-encompassing grasp of financial market infrastructure, including RTGS, ACH, and card switches, complements his broad and profound experience with FinTech, where he has demonstrated his capability to design and deploy diverse financial applications and solutions.

As a CTO, Marwan's aptitude for technology architecture is unmistakable. He excels at creating scalable, efficient, and forward-thinking technology frameworks that endure over time. His nuanced understanding of regulatory compliance stems from extensive interactions with banking and financial sector regulations.

A leader in digital transformations and organizational change, Marwan has a proven track record in managing and delivering complex projects that reshape the financial technology and government landscapes. His strategic consulting expertise ensures the delivery of actionable insights and guidance on technology, operations, and regulatory matters.

In his role as a CTO and Managing Partner, Marwan embodies a pioneering spirit in the realm of CBDCs and blockchain initiatives. His achievements in systemic integration and his expertise in Oracle solutions are indicative of a strategic thinker capable of leading in the dynamic world of financial technology.

Marwan is a paragon of innovation and strategic leadership, his career a testament to the significant strides he has made as a software engineer, project manager, and architect of transformative digital solutions. At DigitalLine, Marwan continues to be a driving force in the digital transformation of the financial sector, leveraging his extensive knowledge and experience to spearhead groundbreaking initiatives.