Abu Dhabi / Ljubljana: The United Arab Emirates has become one of the first countries in the world with a certified AI Powered Leader Trainer, marking a significant step in building AI ready leadership across the region. Chafik Moalem, a seasoned executive based in Abu Dhabi with decades of experience across the UAE and the wider […]
Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Mobile Transfers: How customers make payments in Oman?
Following the launch of guidelines for card tokenisation in 2023, international and local payment applications like Samsung Pay and Apple Pay were launched in the Sultanate. According to the Central Bank of Oman’s annual report, these applications allow users to make payments using smartphones and smart watches, instead of carrying cards. Samsung Pay was launched […]
Beyon Solutions and Bahrain FinTech Bay Sign MoU to Accelerate Cloud Adoption and Digital Transformation
Manama, Bahrain: Beyon Solutions, part of the Beyon Group, and Bahrain FinTech Bay have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing cloud adoption and drive the next phase of digital transformation across the Kingdom’s financial services sector. The partnership underscores both entities’ commitment to empowering fintech growth and strengthening Bahrain’s position as a regional […]
Weyay Bank Marks Four Years of Innovation as Kuwait’s First Fully Digital Bank
Weyay Bank, Kuwait’s first digital bank, reinforces its position as a pioneer in digital banking since its establishment four years ago, following a journey marked by innovation and excellence in delivering a comprehensive banking experience. Weyay has set a new benchmark in the financial sector by introducing cutting-edge digital solutions that simplify banking and make […]
BlueFive Capital launches BlueFive Insurance to lead consolidation of GCC insurance market
Abu Dhabi: BlueFive Capital announced the launch of BlueFive Insurance, a dedicated platform to lead the consolidation, digitization, and specialization of the insurance industry across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and beyond. The GCC insurance market, while possessing significant potential, remains heavily fragmented. BlueFive Insurance is founded on the conviction that the region is ripe for a […]
Dubai-Based Foodtech Startup funch Raises $500K to Build the Region’s First AI-Native Lunch Subscription Platform
Dubai’s daily lunch habits are undergoing a major shift, driven by food technology startup funch, which is introducing an AI-powered, subscription-based model designed to make workplace meals effortless, affordable, and automated. With more than 60% of UAE residents ordering food through apps at least once a week, rising delivery fees, endless menu options, and daily […]
Askari Bank and Autosoft Dynamics Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Lending
Islamabad, December 1, 2025: Askari Bank Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with Autosoft Dynamics (Pvt.) Limited, a leading provider of banking technology solutions, to implement a state-of-the-art Digital Lending and Loan Origination System (LOS). This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the Bank’s digital transformation journey and reinforces its commitment to redefining customer […]
Emirates Gold and Public Gold launch the world’s first fintech-enabled gold ATM in the UAE
United Arab Emirates: Emirates Gold, one of the UAE’s most trusted and established precious metals refineries, in collaboration with Public Gold, Malaysia’s leading fintech-driven gold solutions provider, has announced the launch of the world’s first fintech-enabled Gold ATM in the UAE. The unveiling took place at the landmark 13th edition of the Dubai Precious Metals Conference […]
SkySparc strengthens Middle East presence with new Dubai-based entity
SkySparc, a trusted global provider of digital transformation solutions for treasury and finance organizations, today announced the establishment of a new presence in Dubai. SkySparc will deepen its engagement across the Middle East, leveraging the firm’s recent acquisition of Inovotek Solutions and its current relationships with financial institutions throughout the region. The Dubai entity represents […]
Capital.com accelerates MENA growth with expanded crypto markets and strong Q3 performance
Dubai, UAE – Capital.com, a leading global trading platform and fintech group, today announced a major expansion of its crypto offering alongside robust growth across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The company has added over 1,200 new markets bringing the total numbers of instruments it offers traders to 5000, including a significantly expanded range […]
