02/20/2020
Dubai launching crypto valley in tax-free zone
The launch of the Crypto Valley in DMCC will support the wider strategy of the UAE government to attract the innovators that will shape the future economy.
FinTech
02/19/2020
UK Plans to Support Qatar in Becoming Major Fintech Hub, Says Lord Mayor of the City of London
Russell went on to note that the UK was grateful for the support that it has received from the State of Qatar, and acknowledged its aspirations of becoming a major Fintech hub.
02/19/2020
Qatar announces ban on Cryptocurrencies
The ban, however, has not been extended to security tokens, which ultimately remain unimpacted in the sector.
02/18/2020
Africa and Middle East to invest $15B by 2023 in blockchain, AI: Report
Blockchain has become an area of interest for most governments in this region, with many seeking to incorporate it into their digital transformation initiatives.
02/18/2020
Accenture Middle East launches tourism innovation hub in Dubai
Millions of people will visit Expo 2020 Dubai, and with 70 percent expected to come from abroad
02/18/2020
85% of banks to embed artificial intelligence by year-end in bid to streamline know-your-customer procedures
The increasing reliance on cloud across the industry has given rise to cloud marketplaces.
02/14/2020
Egypt’s Oldest Bank Taps Ripple Remittance Solution
Egypt's oldest bank, the National Bank of Egypt is adopting Ripple blockchain remittance solution as blockchain utilization spreads.
02/13/2020
Fintech to help SMEs get more access to funding, says QDB chief
During the panel, al-Khalifa underscored the role of QDB in providing financing opportunities for SMEs, as well as a wide range of facilities, training, and advisory services to help small companies grow their businesses.
02/12/2020
MOU signed between Commercial Bank of Kuwait and Zain Group
The telecom company said that it will provide, under the MoU, a set of the latest innovative cloud solutions to enhance the digital infrastructure of Commercial Bank
02/12/2020
Deloitte showcases latest in AI technology in Dubai
Google, SAP, Informatica and Cloudera are among official sponsors of Deloitte's Experience Analytics event
02/12/2020
Extreme Networks doubles its investments in the Middle East
Extreme Networks has set its sights on the Middle East to help partners and customers on their path to the autonomous enterprise with its cloud-driven, end-to-end networking solutions
02/10/2020
Dubai gets new cyber risk information sharing platform
The new cyber threat intelligence platform was showcased for the first time last month by the Dubai Financial Services Authority.
02/06/2020
Saudi Arabia’s Global Cybersecurity Forum aims to ensure safer cyberspace for all
The National Cyber Security Authority also signed MoUs with the NEOM company
02/05/2020
Fintech company Beehive causing a buzz in the SME world
The platform directly connects businesses looking for finance with investors that can provide funding support for their growth
02/05/2020
Hub71 announces new corporate engagement program with Aldar and ADCB
Hub71 launches new Corporate Engagement Program for startups
02/03/2020
Egypt- CIB deploys digital solutions to revolutionise banking sector
CIB's Innovation Lab is positioned as the FinTech and Entrepreneurship Hub within the Banking Sector given its strong presence in the ecosystem via its contribution to all the sound incubators and accelerators in the market
02/03/2020
NBK First Bank to Launch 'Garmin Pay' Service in Kuwait
Al Othman: The new service comes as part of NBK's efforts to introduce customers with easy, innovative and time-saving payment solutions
01/31/2020
Rise of robots: Most UAE residents fear they will be out of work in ten years
New survey says growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), automation will put professionals out of work
01/28/2020
Standard Chartered, Bahrain FinTech Bay to foster startups in the region
The FinTech space in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is expected to have strong growth prospects where it is estimated to receive private-funding investments worth $2 billion in the GCC over the next decade.
01/28/2020
Saudi Aramco invests $5m in oil blockchain VAKT
Saudi Aramco is one of the largest companies in the world by revenue and recently had an IPO of 1.5% of its stock, giving the entire organization a valuation of $2 trillion.