02/11/2026
Saudi Arabia aims to become world’s largest AI token exporter: Humain CEO
His remarks align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy
FinTech
02/10/2026
Jordan Kuwait Bank integrates digital channels with new tech
As part of the integration, the bank's digital wallet will be migrated to the new platform, where customers will be able to conduct their daily financial transactions.
02/10/2026
Ooredoo Fintech and Badrgo partner to enable digital driver payouts via Ooredoo Money at Web Summit Qatar 2026
This initiative reduces reliance on cash-based settlements, streamlines payout processes, and provides drivers with faster, more convenient access to their earnings
02/06/2026
Bitcoin breaks key support, slips below $70,000
After breaking multiple support levels, bitcoin is now trading just below $70,000 and remains under significant selling pressure
02/05/2026
UAE central bank approves first USD-backed stablecoin under PTSR
The UAE's regulatory timeline places it ahead of jurisdictions including the US and the EU in implementing a central bank payments regime for stablecoins.
02/03/2026
Central Bank of Egypt launches smartphone-based POS service
By enabling mobile devices to function as payment acceptance points, the central bank aims to widen access to electronic payments
02/02/2026
Ooredoo Fintech expands money transfer options in Qatar through partnership with Western Union
Integrating its services into the Ooredoo Money app
01/30/2026
Egyptian banks step up cyber security upgrades as deposits reach EGP 15.3tn
El-Etreby warned that advances in digital technology and artificial intelligence are reshaping the landscape of financial and economic crime, requiring a proactive, integrated strategy that combines stronger cyber defences with wider public awareness.
01/29/2026
ADCB Egypt Goes Live with Temenos to Modernize Payments Infrastructure and Accelerate its Digital Transformation Plans
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Egypt adopts Temenos Payments Hub to deliver faster and more efficient cross border payments with ISO 20022 SWIFT MX
01/26/2026
Jordan Launches Region’s First Fintech Academy and Applied Lab to Drive Digital Economy
The newly unveiled Fintech Lab is expected to play a pivotal role in the Academy’s educational framework.
01/23/2026
UAE’s digital finance playbook signals a nation-level shift in crypto
What distinguishes the UAE is not the ambition of its announcements, but its ability to move from strategy to execution, says Xin Yan, CEO and co-founder of Sign
01/22/2026
WRISE Group Partners to Expand UAE Private Banking Access
The partnership marks a significant milestone in WRISE Group's expansion strategy across the United Arab Emirates and the broader Middle East.
01/21/2026
ADIB Becomes First Islamic Bank to Implement Open Finance With the Support of the CBUAE’s Open Finance Initiative AlTareq
This move will unlock new opportunities for customers to access and manage their financial services, supporting the CBUAE’s efforts to advance the digital ecosystem under its 2023–2026 strategy.
01/20/2026
Emirates NBD issues Dh1 billion first-ever digital bond in MENA
Largest Dirham-denominated digital bond in the region, listed on Nasdaq Dubai
01/19/2026
Saudi Arabia’s leap into digital leadership
Beyond storage and processing, data centers play a crucial role in guaranteeing service availability.
01/16/2026
Mashreq launches instant digital home loan pre-approval to transform the UAE mortgage experience
The new verified, fully digital pre-approval experience gives homebuyers enhanced clarity, stronger confidence, and greater control of their property search from the outset
01/16/2026
BBK and Binance Bahrain sign landmark MoU for first of its kind “crypto as a service” integration in the GCC
Marking a major milestone in the region’s digital finance evolution
01/13/2026
ABK-Egypt taps Mastercard to accelerate cashless payments
The collaboration is intended to support the bank’s cardholders with more seamless and secure payment experiences across use cases.
01/13/2026
MoneyHash partners with Spare for Pay by Bank solutions
Through its collaboration with Spare, MoneyHash is committed to supporting developments in the area and contributing to the adoption of secure and compliant payment practices.
01/12/2026
Rakbank gets in-principle approval for dirham-backed stablecoin
This marks a significant step in the bank’s push into regulated digital asset services.