The National Bank of Abu Dhabi Introduces Real-Time Cross-Border Blockchain Payments
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi is pleased to be the first Middle East bank to introduce real-time cross-border payments…
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Al Ghurair International Exchange launches IMPS service for Indian customers in UAE
Al Ghurair International Exchange, the UAE-based foreign exchange and worldwide Money Transfer Company, has announced the launch of the immediate…
Qatar- Islamic finance and digital currencies: The halal aspect
With the growing utilisation of fintech in the Islamic finance sector, the question arises what role digital currencies and blockchain…
DFSA Launches Second Consultation into Crowdfunding Framework to support SME Financing
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has today launched the next phase of consultations on its proposed framework for regulating…
Why cyber security is a big concern for M&A activity in the UAE
The past 12 months represented a landmark year for mergers in the UAE. According to Ernst & Young, the…
UAE nets $2.1bn revenue from e-Dirham in 2016
The UAE ministry of finance has collected Dh7.84 billion, $2.13 billion government revenue through e-Dirham payment gateway in 2016. …
Turkish hacker behind $45m Oman, UAE cyber heists gets 8 years
A Turkish hacker has been sentenced to eight years in a US prison for his role as one the masterminds…
Objectway Releases Enhanced Wealth Management Platform
Objectway, a leading provider of investment management and digital software solutions to the worldwide financial services industry, has announced the…
IBM to collaborate with Dubai government for blockchain tech
IBM has announced a blockchain initiative with Dubai Customs and Dubai Trade in a bid to advance Dubai’s government blockchain…
OBA Hosts Forum on Cybersecurity Strategies
The Oman Banks Association, as part of its commitment to facilitate global best practices in risk management, hosted a forum…
Dubai’s oldest bank is anything but archaic inside
The digital head of Mashreq, the UAE's oldest private bank, tells Computer Weekly about his role as half banker, half…
Initiative announced to explore Blockchain based trade finance and logistics solution in Dubai
A new Blockchain initiative has been launched through a collaboration between IBM and Dubai Customs and Dubai Trade, a government…