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Qatar’s National Solarized Fintech Strategy Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic might help to further Qatar’s national strategy in the fintech and blockchain spaces to reduce the crisis’s impact.

Egypt's IDB prepares to launch full range of digital banking services

Electronic services include mobile and internet banking services, ATMs, and expanded electronic payment card services among others

Open Banking Is Increasingly Being Adopted by Fintech Sector in Bahrain and the MENA Region

During the past 7 months, several banks in Bahrain have invested in various solutions that are powered by Tarabut Gateway, which is a licensed Open Banking platform.

Fintech industry growing by 18% annually in Saudi Arabia: report

Fintech transactions in the kingdom amounted to over $20bn by the end of 2019

Apple Maps can now provide turn-by-turn directions in UAE

App will also later allow users to navigate malls, airport

Digital payments surge as Ecommerce takes off in UAE

With the rise of e-commerce, it is imperative to provide consumers with seamless solution to save and manage their card details across multiple websites.

PwC's partnership with Tanium lands in the Middle East

On the back of a booming cybersecurity market, and its award-winning offerings, Tanium has seen rapid growth in recent years.

Fintech industry is growing in Saudi Arabia, says report

Fintech Saudi has continued to support the development of the fintech industry through initiatives such as the Fintech Ecosystem Directory and the Fintech Jobs Portal to support fintech companies

The Fintech Ecosystem of Dubai in 2020

There have been noticeable investment wins for Dubai, both in foreign direct investments and also within the wider fintech ecosystem.

Qatar committed to combating climate change, investing in green techs

“Qatar is committed to fighting climate change, having made several pledges to lower our carbon footprint through renewable solar energy and green investments,”

Iris ID Makes Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies

The Inc. 5000 ranking is the second major commendation that Iris ID has received in the past few months.

Qatar Fintech Hub to run 'virtual pitch' days to select participants for its 12-week course

The participating Fintechs will get the opportunity to collaborate with over 16 local financial institutions

Commercial Bank launches CB Instant Account opening through mobile

A Commercial Bank staff member will assist in providing the customer with cards and cheque books as part of the welcome experience.

Why banking on GCC e-wallets is an easy money decision

It will permit payment via e-wallet platforms from Samsung, Google and Apple.

Profile: Half-Year Review in Distinctions

Profile Software was included in the 100 “Most Innovative Company 2020” by WealthTech100, which showcases the world’s most innovative WealthTech companies in the key highlights for the year.

HashCash Partners with UAE Bank to Help with Blockchain Digital Identity

HashCash Consultants is helping a UAE based global bank to integrate blockchain-based digital identity verification processes, to streamline the essential banking operations for the management as well as the customers.

Ahlibank, Visa in exclusive partnership to foster payments innovation in Qatar

“This strategic agreement with Visa comes as part of our relentless efforts to deliver the latest and most innovative payment solutions to our customers."

Dubai’s DIFC FinTech Hive accelerator programme attracts record entrants

Fourth cohort attracts 620 fintech startups from all over the world

Recognising The Importance Of Open Banking And The Role Of FinTech In The UAE

Wai-Lum Kwok, Senior Executive Director at the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), shares his vision as a regulator for an open and collaborative ecosystem.

CIH Bank automates corporate banking services with Finastra

Moroccan bank goes live with Fusion Trade Innovation and Fusion Corporate Channels to provide corporate customers with access to services online