08/30/2023
Middle East's digital economy to hit $780bn by 2030 and outpace global growth
The fourfold increase will be supported by favourable demographics, strong policy support, solid funding and rising innovation, UBS says
FinTech
08/24/2023
Valu rebrands as part of its evolution into a universal financial technology powerhouse
Valu has consistently been at the forefront of innovation and a game-changer in the fintech space since its inception as the first BNPL platform in the MENA region.
08/24/2023
Banking sector fintech major Zafin to set up third global operational centre in Dubai
It is also in talks with Microsoft, its global partner for cloud operations, to explore the tech giant’s data centre spread out in the region for tie-ups for housing data related activities
08/23/2023
Shariah-Aligned Digital Currency, Islamic Coin, Collaborates with Republic Crypto
They have provided critical insights on devising Shariah-respecting distribution techniques and allocation methodologies
08/23/2023
Mashreq set to commence digital banking in Pakistan
The commencement of operations is announced roughly even months following the bank's NOC approval for digital banking in Pakistan
08/22/2023
New Saudi ‘insurtech’ rules will help ‘foster innovation’
The Kingdom’s fintech sector sees no sign of slowing up
08/22/2023
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC : and PwC Middle East Join Forces to Elevate Customer Experience and Drive Operational Efficiency through AI Collaboration
The partnership focuses on elevating customer experiences and enhancing engagement through personalized AI-driven customer service solutions.
08/21/2023
‘Data-driven’ is how UAE, Gulf businesses should reshape themselves
Fast-track digital transformations or end up being less relevant
08/21/2023
Dubai's Mashreq to launch digital banking services in Pakistan
UAE bank completes incorporation in potentially high-growth market
08/18/2023
Bank Leumi to launch app with services in English
The new version of the bank's app with an option of English is expected to launch next week.
08/18/2023
Technology to help put e-commerce in the UAE on the growth path
From lifestyle retail to yacht rentals and more, stakeholders present positive trajectory
08/17/2023
Turkey's largest fintech Param acquires Czech BNPL Twisto for Europe launch
Twisto was acquired from Zip Co for an undisclosed sum.
08/17/2023
Improving Security and Accessibility at Core of DIB UAE PASS Integration Into ‘alt’ Services
DIB’s association with UAE PASS reaffirms its commitment to actively driving the adoption of technology.
08/17/2023
Virtual assets firm M2 secures Abu Dhabi nod to offer crypto services
ADGM's FSP license entails M2 to offer institutional and retail clients in the UAE the ability to buy, sell and maintain custody of virtual assets
08/17/2023
Network among first payments providers to offer WeChat Pay acceptance in UAE
Network International introduces ‘WeChat Pay’ acceptance on its N-Genius POS terminals
08/14/2023
The Central Bank of Egypt, Ghanaian counterpart mull cybersecurity cooperation
This is in addition to ensuring the governance of the procedures and management systems followed when handling cybercrimes
08/11/2023
Qatar’s daring tech overhaul opens doors for digital empowerment and innovation
Qatar is fervently pursuing rapid progress in the realms of digital space and communications
08/10/2023
AmiViz and Darktrace announce cybersecurity partnership
The AI-Powered cybersecurity solutions will address the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by enterprises in the Middle East
08/10/2023
Zain Group reports net profit of 14% for Q2 2023
The mobile voice and data services operator reported that it served 52.7 million customers at the end of the period across seven countries
08/08/2023
Garanti BBVA fintech subsidiary launches digital asset business
With pilots already in progress, the new company will initially provide services for transfer and custody of bitcoin and ether in the cryptoassets market.