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STEP2018's new format saw attendance boosted and increased investor interest in MENA tech startups

STEP2018 attracted 6,000 attendees.

IBM opens Innovation & Industry Client Centre in Abu Dhabi

Centre will support customers in digital transformation programs

UAB calls upon banks, Arab financial institutions to exert greater efforts to spread fintech, curb risks

It is necessary to utilise modern technologies to develop electronic financial services and reduce the use of cash, according to the union.

ADFG's Algorythma launches next-gen investment management platform

Algorythma, part of Abu Dhabi Financial Group, has announced the launch of Investera, a next generation investment management platform.

Bahrain's GFH buys majority stake in The Entertainer

Incentives provider offers lifestyle savings to consumers in 15 countries across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa

New Bank Joins Ripples Enterprise Blockchain Network

BankDhofar joined Bankchain which was a consortium made up of more than 27 banks and started in 2017 February for the exploration of Blockchain technology in the banking sector.

UAE MoE launches programme to support innovative companies

The programme is in line with the Government Accelerators initiative, in partnership with government and private entities

UAE cements position as regional hub for digital entrepreneurship

The outstanding investor response and rankings that Dubai and the UAE have received regionally and globally validate its knowledge-economy strategies as envisioned in the UAE Centennial Plan, said Sheikh Hamdan.

New platform to help navigate UAE's free zones

The comparative online tool will help entrepreneurs and investors navigate free-trade zones

SAMA launches Fintech Saudi initiative to enable financial technology sector

Fintech Saudi is expected to launch a number of workshops, educational and awareness activities targeting university students, investors, companies and banks to introduce the initiative and its contribution to a qualitative shift in the provision of finan

UAE confirmed as regional hub for digital start-ups

New report says MENA digital start-ups attracted $650m in funding in 2017, with 76% based in the UAE

Property platform taps interest for digital payment

Investors can use digital currency to buy a token and benefit from proceeds of a property portfolio

QPQ unveils online AI networking platform

The first half of the event ended with a speech on pipeline AI and its benefits to members of QPQ International, by Michaud.

Digital wallet industry offers a blueprint for the future of banking

Among emerging markets, China and India are leading the digital wallet revolution

NBK launches 'Quick Pay' to make simple, fast and secure payments via Mobile Banking app

Al-Shoaibi: "We provide up-to-date services based on our customers' lifestyle needs"

BCG and Silicon Foundry’s Alliance is Intended to Accelerate GCC Corporations into the Digital Innovation Era

This new alliance has been established due to the increased demand by corporations for connectivity to Silicon Valley, which is recognized as the hub of digital disruption and innovation.

Cheque-Chain: National Bank of Dubai uses blockchain technology to prevent fraud UnveilsCheque-Chain: National Bank of Dubai uses blockchain technology to prevent fraud Unveils

This development was first reported by Arabian Business News on Saturday, April 21.

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