Dubai, UAE – October 2024 – In a landmark agreement announced during GITEX Global 2024, noqodi has been appointed as the strategic payment partner for the University of Dubai. This collaboration is set to enhance the digital payment experience for students, faculty, and staff, marking a major advancement in the integration of seamless and secure […]
myFatoorah Becomes First Payment Solutions Provider in Kuwait to Adopt DHL GoGreen Plus Service, Supporting Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Kuwait City – myFatoorah, a leading Kuwait-based payment solutions provider, has become the first company in its sector to adopt DHL’s GoGreen Plus service. This initiative aligns with myFatoorah’s commitment to sustainability by contributing to the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for all international shipments. The adoption of GoGreen Plus, a key component of […]
Pakistani Startup “BuyPass.ai” Secures Angel Investment to Revolutionize eCommerce Across GCC and Asia
October 2024 – BuyPass.ai, a stealth-mode startup based in Pakistan, has successfully closed an angel funding round, setting the stage to reshape the eCommerce landscape across the GCC and Asia. The venture is founded by Muhammad Ammar Hassan, a former executive at OLX (Prosus) and Daraz (Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group), who brings over a decade of […]
First Abu Dhabi Bank Reports AED 4.46 Billion Q3-2024 Net Profit, Surpassing Analyst Expectations
Abu Dhabi, UAE – October 2024:First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest lender, posted a net profit of AED 4.46 billion ($1.2 billion) for the third quarter of 2024, marking a 5% year-on-year increase. This growth was driven by robust revenue expansion, which helped offset a sharp rise in impairment charges. The results exceeded […]
NEO PAY Partners with Qlub to Transform Hospitality Payments in the UAE
Dubai, UAE: NEO PAY has announced an exciting partnership with Qlub, a cutting-edge UAE-based fintech startup, aimed at revolutionizing the payment experience in the hospitality sector. This collaboration integrates NEO PAY’s advanced payment terminals with Qlub’s innovative technology, offering a seamless and efficient solution for both customers and merchants. The partnership is set to enhance […]
South Africa-based fintech littlefish Partners with Visa to Drive Digital Transformation for MSMEs Across Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa: Visa has announced a strategic partnership with littlefish, an omni-channel platform that empowers financial institutions by offering a suite of business solutions tailored to support micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across Africa. This collaboration aims to streamline both in-store and online digital experiences for MSMEs through advanced business solutions and value-added […]
Mastercard and noon Payments Launch Biometric Payment Passkey Service, Transforming Online Checkout in the Middle East
October 17, 2024 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Mastercard has partnered with noon Payments, one of the leading payment service providers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), to bring its innovative Payment Passkey Service to the region. The service will initially launch in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with plans for a broader rollout across the […]
e& UAE Partners with Visa to Launch Smiles Card-Linked Offers via Visa Merchant Loyalty System
UAE, Dubai: e& UAE has announced an exciting new partnership with Visa to launch Smiles Card-Linked Offers, providing customers with even more opportunities to earn rewards through everyday transactions. Through this collaboration, customers can now seamlessly earn Smiles points by using their linked payment cards at participating partner merchants. This initiative aims to enhance customer […]
Singapore-based Fintech Thunes Expands its Direct Global Network into Egypt
London, U.K., Cairo, Egypt – October 17, 2024 – Thunes, a leading global cross-border payment provider, today announced the expansion of its Direct Global Network into Egypt, offering enhanced mobile wallet and bank account payment capabilities. This move significantly strengthens Thunes’ Pay solutions, providing greater flexibility and speed for cross-border payments in one of the Middle […]
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism Partners with Network International to Boost Digital Economy and SME Growth in the UAE
Dubai, UAE – October 2024: In a significant move to strengthen Dubai’s digital economy, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic agreement with Network International, a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa. The partnership, announced at GITEX Global 2024, is set to accelerate the growth […]
