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Predixa launches AI-driven diversity, equity & inclusion service

The analysis is bias-free, benchmarked and focuses on the most critical improvement areas – giving leadership a clear idea on the way forward.

Cash on delivery drops 85% as consumer trust in digital payments continues to rise: Visa

Egyptian consumers increasingly stepping away from cash, and putting trust in digital payments during COVID-19, according to 2021 Stay Secure survey Cash on delivery payments have dropped 85% during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, as consumer t

How Emotional Design fits inside a great CX

Reviewing the various research it’s easy to conclude that customers who have an emotional connection with a brand have a 300% higher lifetime value

PROJECTS: Saudi to launch $15bln fund for tech investment

It will invest $3-4bln abroad

Amazon eyes cryptocurrency; denies bitcoin acceptance rumours

Bitcoin's price rose above $40,000 on Monday, representing the first time the market has moved above that level since mid-June

Leading digital asset hedge fund manager Nickel digital announces plans to focus on the Middle East

Nickel's clients include institutional investors, global wealth managers and ultra-high net worth individuals from around the world

Legaltech startup "Clara" opens in Dubai following investment from DIFC FinTech Fund

VC-backed Clara catalysing the shift from a lawyer-led to a founder-led user experience, making legals fundamentally more efficient for startups

Fintechs to drive M&A in Saudi banking sector - KPMG

Fintechs appeal to Saudi Arabia's young, digital savvy population

New fully automated Custody platform for global operations in Axia Suite

Capitalising on international know-how, Axia Custody accelerates the communication by also supporting 2-Way Allegement functionality.

Harish Gopinath on KPMG’s Tech Innovator competition in Bahrain

The positive impact from the support provided by the Government and the marketplace is also reflected in the number of success stories we have in terms of startups and SMEs growing across sectors.

Fintech firm Ebury marks Middle East expansion with new Dubai office

Ebury's Mass Payments division expands footprint by adding Dubai to its network of offices in global financial centres, such as London and Singapore

KFH raises awareness of cybersecurity and potential risk of e-crimes

Bank continues efforts to support Be Aware "Diraya" Campaign

ZENIQ launches blockchain tokenization platform in Dubai

In particular, the partnership seeks to capitalize on ZENIQ’s advanced blockchain research & development to launch within a few weeks in the DIFC a platform for the tokenization of physical assets.

CV VC extends operations to UAE and Africa

Rule based investment approach focused on a balanced portfolio of the most relevant projects in the space by capping the exposure of each asset at 25 per cent.

ZENIQ Launches Groundbreaking Blockchain Tokenization Platform in Dubai

The partnership with Sheikh Saeed Bin Hasher Al Maktoum, ZENIQ is committed to supporting the UAE Government towards achieving a digital economy and accelerating the UAE’s role in the 4th Industrial Revolution.

Saudi Investment Bank adopts Cisco SDN Architecture

Cisco new technologies make it possible for SAIB to automate daily processes in order to deliver an enhanced customer experience.

Israeli firm’s spyware used to hack phones of journalists and business execs globally

"The sort of surveillance being reported is an appalling violation of press freedoms and we strongly condemn it," said a Bloomberg News spokesperson.

UAE central bank prepares for digital currency launch

There are seven objectives in all, all of which centre on greater use of technology.

Dubai's Masherqbank prepares for a digital-only future

Mashreqbank now operates just 10 branches in the UAE, down from 34 two years ago

How fingertip authentication technology will transform MENA contactless payments market

Biometric cards that eliminate fraud-risk and the need for transaction limits are to be launched regionally and globally in October