09/07/2022
QIB introduces new features to mobile app
Available exclusively for QIB Personal Banking customers, the new feature is part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to provide customers with a more personalized service through the QIB Mobile App.
FinTech
09/07/2022
Palazzo Versace Dubai taps Binance to accept crypto payments
The ultra-luxury property now accepts cryptocurrency payments for stays, dining and spa experiences
09/05/2022
Final call for techpreneurs: KPMG Kuwait set to kick-off the Global Tech Innovator competition
In a pitch-based competition, participating tech innovators and disruptors will present their ideas in front of a panel of judges, comprising industry experts and leaders from Kuwait. The Kuwait winner will qualify for the Global finale in Lisbon and win
09/01/2022
Commercial Bank ranks at the top in 2022 Euromoney Digital Rankings
It’s noteworthy to say, as a new and integral addition to Euromoney.com, Market Leaders Rankings are the go-to destination for banks’ current and prospective clients to assess the banking market’s key players around the world.
08/31/2022
Raqmiyat partners Codebase Technologies in UAE and KSA
In turn, customers will gain access to an extensive range of innovative banking and payment products tailored to their lifestyles.
08/26/2022
ADIB Egypt partners with SimpliFi to boost e-payments
The collaboration came in line with the bank’s objective to expand its portfolio and enhance its digital solutions
08/26/2022
Saudi Central Bank allows Lean Tech and Mod5r to regulatory sandbox
The fintech provides a platform that allows its clients to integrate with their customer's bank accounts to retrieve relevant information or initiate bank transfers.
08/26/2022
How UAE banks can ride the digital wave to a new era of peerless service
Harnessing emerging technologies leads to enhanced compliance and reduced costs
08/26/2022
Number of users affected by spyware in the Middle East decreases in the second quarter of 2022
Enterprises remain on alert
08/25/2022
Geidea partners with MOXEY to offer inclusive digital payment solutions to land freight merchants
Partnership will deliver a suite of integrated digital payment solutions for MOXEY merchants network across freight and mobility sectors
08/24/2022
ADIB-Egypt and Simplifi partner to expand the digital payments ecosystem in Egypt
This partnership demonstrates both entities’ commitment to constant innovation, introducing unprecedented services and solutions to Egypt’s Banking and FinTech industries.
08/24/2022
Commercial Bank launches Google Pay in Qatar
In order to set up Google Pay and avail of this service, customers should first download the Google Wallet App from Google Play store.
08/23/2022
Volante Technologies Research Reveals Middle East and Africa Financial Institutions Have Ambitious Payments Modernization Plans
Region poised to make more investment in payments modernization over next two years than any other geography
08/23/2022
Saudi fintech firm Tamara raises $100mln from Sanabil, Shorooq Partners
Latest investment round also participated by Coatue, Endeavor Catalyst, Checkout.com
08/23/2022
Dubai fintech Huspy buys out Just Mortgages, Finance Lab to widen mortgage services base
Acquiring Just Mortgages and Finance Lab adds more coverage for proptech firm
08/22/2022
Bank Muscat launches Soft Token App to authenticate Internet banking transactions anytime, anywhere
Using the Bank Muscat Soft Token App, customers can approve financial transactions by tapping on push notifications received on their registered mobile device and authenticate non-financial transactions through One-Time Passwords (OTPs).
08/22/2022
BisB launches ‘end-to-end’ mobile account for corporates
“Following the successful launch of our corporate digital services in September 2020, BisB is eager to continue its efforts in offering its clients digitised banking solutions that will result in a shift in the banking sector in Bahrain.”
08/22/2022
Incubeta MENA announces change in management structure to execute on global growth strategy
Following the acquisition of Bruce Clay MENA
08/19/2022
UAE-based tech firm launches $10bn fund in partnership with Abu Dhabi Growth Fund
Managed by a G42 subsidiary, the fund will focus on growth companies in computing, communication technology, intelligent mobility, clean tech, digital infrastructure, fintech, healthcare, and life sciences, Wamda reported.
08/19/2022
Businesses have to switch to CEP to acquire and retain customers and stay relevant
MoEngage Study in MEA points to restricted offerings by CDP and CRM platforms