10/25/2019
Soon, you may be able to pay via UPI in UAE, Singapore
UPI has emerged as a major challenger to card payments, as more and more merchants accept UPI payments
FinTech
10/25/2019
UAE named largest fintech hub in the MENA region
A total of $237m has been invested in MENA fintech firms since 2015
10/25/2019
FinTech Abu Dhabi Festival Culminates With Focus on the Next Generation
The final day of FinTech Abu Dhabi began with the official ringing of the bell by His Excellency Khalifa Salem Al Mansouri, Acting Chief Executive Officer of ADX, signalling the start of trading at the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.
10/24/2019
Fintech Abu Dhabi closes with focus on upscaling initiatives
The final day of FinTech Abu Dhabi began with the official ringing of the bell by Khalifa Salem Al Mansouri, Acting Chief Executive Officer of ADX, signaling the start of trading at the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.
10/23/2019
GCC initiatives that are strengthening the FinTech sector
Emerging accelerators, advancing technologies and government support are pushing GCC to the forefront of Fintech innovation.
10/23/2019
Saudi startups join regional accelerator to boost social impact
Applications are open until Oct. 31.
10/23/2019
BisB witnesses a positive surge in new customers via "Selfie" mobile account opening
In less than a month since the service was launched, the Bank witnessed an extremely positive reception from the public evidenced by the unprecedented spike in new customers that signed up via face ID authentication, each averaging a sign-up time of 5 min
10/23/2019
UAE’s Mubadala Launches Two Funds in Tech Firms in Middle East
The fund aims to invest in a portfolio of 15 firms.
10/23/2019
Anglo-Gulf Trade Bank launches digital corporate accounts at Abu Dhabi Global Market
New service to make it easier for new businesses to open corporate bank accounts in UAE
10/22/2019
Saudi Trade Finance Summit to focus on tech disruptions
This by-invite-only event will be held on November 13 and 14 under the theme “Enabling the Kingdom’s vision for a better future”.
10/22/2019
Dubai Chamber and Emirates NBD to issue blockchain-powered trade finance solutions
The DCCI has now also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Emirates NBD
10/22/2019
Fintech Abu Dhabi festival kicks off with investor forum
Global investors and experts gather in Abu Dhabi as MENA's leading Fintech festival gets underway
10/22/2019
Liv. customer wins private island in unique promotion
Young Brendan Lopes proud owner of island in Canada
10/22/2019
TransferWise is expanding in the Middle East with a new Abu Dhabi license
The company's expansion in the Middle East shows it is looking to capitalize on a growing remittance market in the region.
10/18/2019
What brings Huobi, one of the largest Digital asset exchange companies, to the UAE?
Huobi garnering a global share of 50% of digital asset exchange with accumulative turnover exceeding $1.2 trillion and access to over 450+ digital asset pairs, has taken the decision to expand its presence in the UAE and Middle East with its latest range
10/17/2019
Can Dubai go green with flying taxis and 'rooms on wheels'?
“In Dubai it’s better if you’re driving.”
10/16/2019
QCB strategy to promote fintech in banking sector: Sheikh Abdulla
The QCB governor, early in April, had stressed the importance of fintech as a key tool to achieve long-term development prospects for the financial sector in the country.
10/15/2019
Vevue Partners with CBX Exchange for Initial Auction Offering
Social Media Platform is Selling an Initial 5 Million Security Tokens
10/15/2019
Smart Dubai is developing 30 blockchain projects: PwC
50% of government transactions to be on Blockchain by 2021
10/15/2019
Path Solutions upgrades Maisarah’s core banking platform for enhanced performance
The successful upgrade will enable further innovation at Maisarah to meet evolving customers’ needs as it expands its business.