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The Bitcoin bubble may soon burst

After analyzing the profits that could be earned and the elevated risk and volatility involved, he warned against falling into the trap of those who are promoting this currency system.

Banks Are Taking Note As Fintech Spikes Customers’ Interest

Banks need to change the model and go more into digitalization where they automate all processes.

ArabianChain launches digital asset exchange to buy and sell cryptocurrencies in the Middle East

Dubai-based blockchain start-up ArabianChain has officially launched Palmex, an easy-to-use professional digital asset exchange platform that makes is possible for investors to buy, sell and trade cryptocurrencies securely.

Bahrain to host top FinTech forum in March

The conference will tackle the biggest disruptors for banks in the near future.

Emirates NBD — KSA moving toward innovative digital services

The event is considered as an important milestone in the digitalization process of the bank.

UAE tech growth prompts firms to review internal IT security

Scott Manson, cyber security lead, Middle East and Africa, at Cisco, agreed that an extremely cautious approach to internal security was required.

Dubai bank to launch first battery powered payment cards

Wallet Card, the world's first connected, secure payment card, is set to be introduced in the UAE in 2018

Local fintech to tap Bahrain’s bitcoin exchange

The firm also provides a POS system and payment gateway for merchants to accept bitcoins as payment, enhancing their scope of business.

Abu Dhabi and Bahrain pursue fintech co-operation deal

The agreement will allow for a closer collaboration on the exchange of information on trends, services and products, leading to a closer relationship in the development of Islamic finance and Fintech initiatives across the region.

Kuwait to study implications of trading in Bitcoin currency

Kuwait's Ministry of Commerce and Industry closely monitoring local firms’ ‘Bitcoin’ advertisements

Israel Bank Hapoalim Allies With Aerospace On Blockchain

Blockchain technology is being tested in an aerospace and banking industry partnership that would develop security systems.

Dubai billionaire to take on Amazon and his extreme work ethic for his staff

The UAE is only now scratching the surface of an e-commerce boom as people in the region become increasingly tech-savvy and household incomes increase.

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Bank Sohar wins Infosys Finacle Client Innovation Award

“It gives us immense pride and joy to win these prestigious awards that reflect our commitment to bring innovation and excellence in Oman’s banking sector,"

Apple and Amazon in talks to establish a presence in Saudi Arabia

With Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman looking to give Saudi Arabia a hi-tech makeover, Amazon and Apple are now looking to invest in the kingdom

Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference Turkey: Istanbul to discuss blockchain and the future of digital economy

On March 1, Istanbul will host a large-scale event Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference Turkey , dedicated to the study of the role of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in the modern world

Israel’s Cryptocurrency May Solve an Institutional Problem

What we see today are cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Litecoin which are decentralized and anonymous

QIB the first bank in Qatar to implement Face ID for mobile app

The new feature has been introduced as part of QIB latest upgrade of its Mobile App

Etisalat unveils Dubai Open Innovation Center

Etisalat Group has opened its Open Innovation Center in Dubai, a showcase facility for Etisalat's latest services and technologies

Dubai developer to accept crypto-currency payments

MAG has affiliated itself with the Sharia-compliant OneGram crypto-currency