The partnership will explore collaboration on deploying financial technology solutions for exchanges, clearing houses, and central securities depositories
Each transaction is protected through role-based access, automated policy enforcement, and multi-layer authorisation flows
Over the next five years, 58 per cent believe the Middle East will generate the strongest returns
Cartex’s roadmap focuses on deepening B2B and B2C integration across e-commerce, embedded finance, and the creator economy
The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, pending customary closing conditions and employee consultations
In an exclusive conversation, Suzan Kereere, president of Global Markets at PayPal, shares how the company’s new regional hub in Dubai fits into its global strategy
How the Tunisian rapper is charting a new course, from North African Hip-Hop to global tech investments
The VP of Comera Financial Holding shares insights on how Comera is shaping the future of digital connectivity and why localisation remains key to meeting the region’s unique needs
Neopay, originally established as a strategic division within Mashreq, has expanded rapidly, becoming a key player in the UAE’s digital payments sector
The world’s largest technology exhibition, GITEX GLOBAL, returns for its 44th edition, bringing together tech innovators, start-ups, and investors from across the globe
The co-founder and CEO of the MENA region’s leading shopping and financial services app, talks about the company’s presence at the debut edition of 24 Fintech in Riyadh, fintech trends and IPO plans
To mark the fintech sector’s growing importance and in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the inaugural 24 Fintech 2024 event is set to take place from September 3-5
The region’s fintech sector is rapidly transforming, driven by strong investments, supportive regulations, and visionary initiatives like Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. As the sector grows, industry leaders share their insights on what lies ahead
Currently available in Egypt and Kuwait, and soon to be launched in the UAE, EFG Hermes ONE grants users access to 35 global markets through OLT
Siobhan Byron, EVP Universal Banking at Finastra, highlights the role of open ecosystems, cloud, SaaS, and AI in accelerating innovation
The tech giant said its new solution will enable it to bring flexible payments to more users, in more places across the globe
The digital bank and MANTRA will develop frameworks for RWA tokenisation that comply with regulations set by the Dubai’s VARA
Crypto Oasis said the 13.3 per cent year-on-year increase reflected the overall growth of the industry in the UAE
Jason Hughes, senior executive officer of eToro Middle East tells us that Abu Dhabi offers a supportive business ecosystem and a fertile investment landscape that drives growth
PayBy has witnessed a 75 per cent increase in the number of transactions quarter-on-quarter across its fintech offerings
The fintech firm said its expansion into Jordan is at an advanced preparation stage
The accelerator programme is accepting applications from September 6 to October 10 this year
Tawasal is a secure multi-purpose messenger and super app, which offers free calls, chats, video conferencing and lifestyle services
We shine the spotlight on some of the region’s most prominent startups
Signing of the definitive investment agreements is expected to occur in the very near term, said MTN chief executive officer Ralph Mupita
The round brings total funding to over $335m since inception across equity and debt
The MoU strengthens VARA’s aim to achieve full transparency and market conduct adherence across virtual asset service providers licenced to operate in Dubai
The deal will see HSBC make a $35m investment into Tradeshift in two stages and also join its board
We facilitate effective goal planning and provide a user-friendly experience to help individuals achieve their financial objectives
Financial services embedded into existing business models are no longer optional, but necessary