02/14/2023
UAE Central Bank Launches Programme to Accelerate Digital Transformation
These digital payment initiatives aim to drive financial inclusion, promote payment innovation, security and efficiency, as well as achieve a cashless society.
FinTech
02/14/2023
Eton Solutions selects Singapore for its International Headquarters and launches new Administrative Family Office Solution to support clients in the Middle East
The Eton Solutions Administrative Family Office is the company's latest innovation that empowers family offices to operate with the same capabilities as the largest family offices in the world
02/14/2023
UAE to build CBDC and card scheme
The second stage will see work on financial cloud
02/13/2023
New offices of Citi Bahrain Global Technology Hub opened
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasised that investing in Bahraini citizens and providing promising opportunities is an essential pillar of the kingdom's ongoing comprehensive development.
02/10/2023
SNB Capital Begins Saudi Securities Lending Journey with Broadridge
Global markets are increasingly complex with greater numbers of potential revenue streams across the business.
02/09/2023
Dubai's DEWA plans to use ChatGPT to boost services
Utility will use ChatGPT technology through its "Moro Hub"
02/09/2023
Cisco study identifies key success factors to boost security resilience in Saudi Arabia
The company revealed the KSA insights from its latest Security Outcomes Report at LEAP 2023
02/07/2023
Kraken to focus on its “most mature” markets, reviews options on UAE’s ADGM licence
In response to questions from Zawya, the crypto exchange said it remained in a strong position in terms of liquidity and solvency
02/07/2023
NOMO launches the Sharia-compliant 'Real Estate Finance' product to its customers in the Middle East
For those interested in purchasing a property in the U.K.
02/01/2023
UAE’s digital economy to reach $140bn in 2031: Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy
The chamber’s plans include attracting 300 digital startups and 100 tech experts to Dubai by 2024
01/27/2023
Globaleye unveils wealth management platform
In a bid to address a gap in the Middle East market for digital advice
01/26/2023
Saudi Central Bank engages with fintechs and banks on CBDC
The Governor of Sama Fahad Almubarak says that it has engaged both local banks and fintechs
01/23/2023
Commercial Bank International collaborates with Mastercard to launch World Elite Exclusive card for invitation-only clients
CBI’s premium banking customers to enjoy elite loyalty services and priceless experiences
01/18/2023
Offering crypto will bolster banks' books dramatically: Seba Bank
Despite the crypto winter and the contagion effect of the FTX collapse, the industry remains strong, says Christian Borel.
01/12/2023
New Lab Paves Way for Saudi Arabia’s Open Banking Launch
The initial rollout, which only facilitated Account Information Services (AIS), has now been expanded to include Payment Initiation Services (PIS) and represents the latest in a series of regulatory initiatives undertaken by SAMA
01/12/2023
How ITC Infotech is well positioned to be the tech partner of choice for Middle East clients
The company harnesses its expertise to deliver the best solutions to the banking industry
01/10/2023
Cryptoverse: Bitcoin digs in for a bumpy new year
Cryptocurrencies have crept into the new year, licking their wounds after the carnage of 2022
01/09/2023
The Implications of ChatGPT and AI Models on Fintech and Banking
For Alex Lazarow, a global venture capitalist (VC) and author, AI models like ChatGPT will not only affect fintech thought leadership, but could also potentially deliver financial services.
01/09/2023
IT services firm to be Qatar's first to use book building for IPO
Qatar introduced the regulations for book building in February 2021 to help entice foreign investors and elevate its status towards a developed market.
01/05/2023
SAMA launches Open Banking Lab to facilitate financial innovation
The first version focused on account information services, and the second will concentrate on the payment initiation service.