Electron-rich Bis(imino)acenaphthene ligands enable bench-stability on zero-valent Nickel

Low-valent metal complexes, particularly those based on earth-abundant metals, offer a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to precious metal catalysts. However, their intrinsic reactivity often limits their practical applications. Herein, we disclose the synthesis and characterization of two novel air- and moisture-stable nickel(0) complexes supported by electron-rich BIAN ligands. These complexes exhibit remarkable stability and catalytic activity in various industrially relevant C-C bond-forming reactions. Our results demonstrate the potential of these complexes as robust and versatile catalysts for a wide range of synthetic transformations.