Ottu and Ellucian partner to drive online payment innovation for educational institutes globally

Ottu and Ellucian partner to drive online payment innovation for educational institutes globally

Dubai, UAE – Ottu, the Middle East’s leading Online Payment Management System (OPMS), proudly announces the signing of an integration partner agreement with Ellucian, the global leader in higher education technology solutions. The signing ceremony was held at Ellucian’s regional headquarters in Dubai, marking a strategic milestone in the advancement of digital payments within the education […]

TikTok Partners with Visa to empower SMBs in the UAE

TikTok Partners with Visa to empower SMBs in the UAE

Dubai, UAE – TikTok and Visa have announced a strategic collaboration to support small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across the United Arab Emirates, equipping them with tools, resources, and incentives to help them thrive in the digital economy. Starting 1st July 2025, SMBs that spend $250 on their TikTok campaign using a Visa Commercial card will […]

Ripple selects BNY as custodian for RLUSD reserves

Ripple selects BNY as custodian for RLUSD reserves

Ripple, the leading provider of digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions, announced it has selected The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (“BNY”) (NYSE: BK), a global financial services company, for the primary custody of Ripple USD (RLUSD) reserves. Ripple and BNY are jointly committed to paving the way for digital asset adoption at institutional […]

Water Harvesting (WaHa) Secures $8mln Series A-1 Funding to Accelerate grwoth in UAE and GCC

Water Harvesting (WaHa) Secures $8mln Series A-1 Funding to Accelerate grwoth in UAE and GCC

Fremont, CA/Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Water Harvesting Inc. (WaHa) announced the close of an $8 million Series A-1 financing and corporate reorganization. The round was led by Chairman Mike Phillips and Board member Christian Thirion, with participation from WaHa’s largest noteholders and investors including Berkeley Catalyst Fund, Anthropocene Institute, Vestafund, and Mitsui Mining & Smelting […]

Airalo becomes the first eSIM unicorn with an investment round of $220mln

Airalo becomes the first eSIM unicorn with an investment round of $220mln

Backed by strong global demand, Airalo is scaling its eSIM solutions and infrastructure to power the next generation of travel with borderless mobile access for consumers and businesses alike. LEWES, Del.,  – Airalo, the world’s first and largest eSIM provider, today announced a $220m investment led by new investor, CVC. The investment includes new growth capital […]

Binance launches Sharia Earn as first multi-token staking service compliant with Islamic finance principles

Binance launches Sharia Earn as first multi-token staking service compliant with Islamic finance principles

Officially certified by Amanie Advisors. The introduction of Sharia Earn marks a critical milestone in Binance’s commitment to an inclusive financial future in line with Islamic principles. The product launches with official Sharia certification from Amanie Advisors – a globally recognized Sharia advisory firm. Sharia Earn redefines halal investing, creating value-driven passive income opportunities for […]