Abdeslam Alaoui Smaili is the Chief Executive Officer of HPS (High Tech Payment Systems), a Casablanca-based company specializing in payment software and solutions. Founded in 1995, HPS is a significant player in the African and international fintech landscape, providing technology for card issuance, transaction switching, and digital payments.
Under Smaili's leadership, HPS has expanded its reach across more than 90 countries, with a strong presence in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The company's PowerCARD software suite is used by banks, telecom operators, and retailers to process electronic transactions. HPS is listed on the Casablanca Stock Exchange.
While specific details about GITEX 2026 participation are not yet verifiable for this future date, Smaili and HPS are recognized participants in major technology forums. The company's work supports financial inclusion and the modernization of payment infrastructures, particularly in emerging markets.
The broader context for Morocco's fintech growth includes national strategies like "Morocco Digital 2025," which aims to accelerate the country's digital transformation. The ecosystem involves other key institutions, such as the banking sector and the Groupement des Cartes Bancaires du Maroc (GCB), which manages the national card payment network.
