CoinMENA’s mission is to provide secure, compliant, and easy-to-use access to digital assets for users across the Middle East. Operating under the Central Bank of Bahrain and Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, CoinMENA has grown into the region’s largest local crypto exchange, serving more than 1.5 million users and earning a reputation as one of MENA’s most trusted retail platforms.

Paribu, Türkiye’s leading digital asset platform, acquired CoinMENA in a transaction valued at up to USD 240 million to accelerate its international expansion and establish a strengthened regional footprint across MENA. The combination brings together two of the most recognised consumer platforms in their respective markets, creating a scaled, multi-jurisdictional exchange with deep regulatory foundations.

This transaction marks Türkiye’s largest fintech acquisition to date and the country’s first cross-border crypto platform deal, underscoring the strategic importance of regional consolidation.

Areta acted as the exclusive financial advisor to CoinMENA, guiding the company throughout the sale process, managing strategic acquirer engagement, and structuring a competitive process designed to maximise strategic alignment and shareholder value.