Checkout.com becomes the first acquirer in the UAE to launch Visa Direct Push-to-Card solution

Checkout.com becomes the first acquirer in the UAE to launch Visa Direct Push-to-Card solution

Dubai, UAE – Checkout.com, a leading global digital payments company, is advancing its collaboration with Visa to launch Visa Direct’s Push-to-Card solution for cross-border and domestic transactions in the UAE. Checkout.com is now the first acquirer in the UAE to offer the Push-to-Card solution, empowering merchants and consumers with real-time money transfer capabilities. Visa Direct is […]

Mashreq’s Business Banking and NEO PAY collaborate to launch PoS lending solution for Merchants across the UAE

Mashreq’s Business Banking and NEO PAY collaborate to launch PoS lending solution for Merchants across the UAE

Dubai, UAE: Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has announced a collaboration between its business banking arm and NEO PAY, the UAE’s fast-growing digital payments leader, to launch its Point-of-Sale (PoS) lending solution, tailored for NEO PAY’s SME merchants in the UAE. This initiative will pave way for merchants to meet […]

How Digital Banking is Redefining the UAE’s Financial Future

How Digital Banking is Redefining the UAE’s Financial Future

The UAE, an epitome of global finance, is spearheading the digital banking revolution cutting across borders and traditional theories. With a blend of visionary governance, state-of-the-art technology, and a lively fintech environment, the UAE is not adopting the digital age; it is leading the digital age. Here is an in-depth analysis of how the country […]

UNITED STARS GROUP and GETVISION Partners to Drive Innovation and Entrepreneurial Growth

UNITED STARS GROUP and GETVISION Partners to Drive Innovation and Entrepreneurial Growth

Dubai, UAE – United Stars Group (USG) and GETVISION have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on high-potential venture capital and private equity initiatives. This strategic alliance aims to drive joint investment efforts, targeted grant programs, and provide both strategic and technical support to emerging businesses. The collaboration brings together the expertise and resources […]

Web3 Alliance of Saudi Arabia (WASA) launches to accelerate Blockchain Innovation in the Kingdom

Web3 Alliance of Saudi Arabia (WASA) launches to accelerate Blockchain Innovation in the Kingdom

Yesterday was marked the official launch of the Web3 Alliance of Saudi Arabia (WASA), a groundbreaking initiative uniting key leaders in blockchain technology and digital innovation to drive the adoption of Web3 technologies in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, fostering economic diversification and technological advancement across the Kingdom. Founded by global Web3 pioneers The […]

Saudi-based Spoilz Secures Seed Funding to Strengthen Saudi’s Mobile Gaming Industry

Saudi-based Spoilz Secures Seed Funding to Strengthen Saudi’s Mobile Gaming Industry

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Spoilz, a rising Saudi-based mobile gaming company, has successfully secured a seed investment round led by Impact46, with participation from prominent industry investors with undisclosed amount. This strategic funding aims to bolster the Kingdom’s position as a global hub for mobile gaming by developing high-quality games that attract players worldwide. The […]

T2 acquires Saudi startup Moola at LEAP 2025

T2 acquires Saudi startup Moola at LEAP 2025

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: T2, a leading Saudi technology services and solutions provider, has announced from LEAP25 the acquisition of a majority stake in the Saudi startup platform, Moola. The acquisition will enable T2 to enter the fintech market and expand its range of services and solutions to offer broader options to its clients within and beyond […]

UAE-based Merit Raises $28 Million Series B For Global Expansion

UAE-based Merit Raises $28 Million Series B For Global Expansion

Dubai, UAE – Merit, a leading rewards and loyalty platform headquartered in the UAE, has successfully raised $28 million in its Series B funding round. The investment was led by Alistithmar Capital and Tech Invest Com, with strong support from Endeavor Catalyst, Salica Investments, and Stride Ventures. The company, founded in 2016, specializes in digital […]

Ant International Opens First Middle East Office in Saudi Arabia in Drive to Expand Regional Partnership

Ant International Opens First Middle East Office in Saudi Arabia in Drive to Expand Regional Partnership

Riyadh, February 13, 2025 – Ant International, a global leader in digital payments, digitization, and financial technology, has officially launched its new office in Al-Olaya, Riyadh, following its successful certification as a Payment Technical Service Provider (PTSP) by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The establishment of the new office will enable Ant International to collaborate […]

Saudi fintech RasMal Secures $4.8 Million Pre-Series A Round

Saudi fintech RasMal Secures $4.8 Million Pre-Series A Round

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – LEAP 2025 RasMal, a leading fintech company specializing in digital investment management, has successfully raised $4.8 million (SAR 18 million) in a Pre-Series A investment round. The funding was led by Syndicate Element Holding Group (SHG) and announced at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh. The latest investment will enhance RasMal’s technology-driven platform, […]