Dubai, united Arab Emirates: botim money, botim’s financial services arm serving millions of users in the UAE and beyond, announced a strategic collaboration with Mastercard to expand its global remittance capabilities, powered by Mastercard Move. The integration enables botim money users to send money from the UAE to over 150 countries, with payouts delivered to bank account, mobile […]
Thawani and Monak sign MoU to expand embedded payments and digital services in Oman
Muscat: Thawani Technologies LLC, Oman’s first Central Bank of Oman (CBO) licensed payment service provider (PSP), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Monak to establish a collaboration framework for integrated digital and financial technology solutions that can support public- and private-sector initiatives across the Sultanate. Under the MoU, Thawani and Monak will explore […]
HSBC is the first global asset manager to launch onshore funds in the UAE
Newly established Asset Management business launches 10 funds on Securities & Commodities Authority of the United Arab Emirates widening retail and institutional investor choices. HSBC today announced the launch of its new UAE asset management business and the registration of ten new onshore investment funds with the Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA) of the UAE, […]
Wio Bank and Visa Launch “Wio Creators,” UAE’s First Bank Account Designed Exclusively for Content Creators
Dubai, UAE — At the 1 Billion Followers Summit, Wio Bank, in partnership with Visa, announced the launch of Wio Creators, the UAE’s first dedicated banking solution tailored specifically for content creators and digital entrepreneurs. The new offering reflects the rapid growth of the creator economy and aims to address the unique financial needs of […]
AmwalPay Announces a Strategic Partnership with Bank Nizwa
AmwalPay has announced a strategic partnership with Bank Nizwa, reflecting a broader shift in how banks approach the enablement of digital payment services within the Sultanate of Oman. Under this partnership, AmwalPay enables Bank Nizwa to offer digital payment services to its merchants under the bank’s own brand, identity, and commercial framework. Bank Nizwa retains […]
Janus Henderson announces exclusive distribution arrangement with HSBC
London: Janus Henderson Investors today announces the launch of the Janus Henderson Horizon Discovering New Alpha Fund (DNA), a global equity fund available exclusively to HSBC Private Bank and Premier clients across Asia, Europe, US Offshore, and the Middle East, for an initial six-month period. DNA is a globally diversified portfolio of approximately 50 high-conviction stocks […]
Emirates NBD completes landmark transaction with largest dual-tranche Blue-Green Bond issued by a financial institution globally
Dubai, UAE: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, announced the completion of its inaugural dual-tranche USD 1 billion sustainable bond issuance under its Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) Programme, comprising a USD 300 million Blue tranche with a 3-year tenor and a USD 700 million […]
Visa and Museum of the Future renew partnership with new Exclusive Pass
UAE, Dubai – Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, today announced the renewal of its partnership with Dubai’s Museum of the Future. First established in 2022, the partnership reflects Visa’s commitment to curating distinctive and thoughtfully crafted experiences for tourists visiting Dubai. As part of the renewed partnership, Visa will leverage its global […]
areeba Secures In-Principle Approval from Central Bank of the UAE for SVF & Retail Payment Services
areeba has announced that it has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to operate Stored Value Facilities (SVF) and Retail Payment Services – Category III, under the applicable SVF, Retail Payment Services, and Card Schemes Regulations. The regulatory approval marks a significant milestone in areeba’s expansion journey in the UAE […]
RAKBANK receives in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE to launch an AED-backed stablecoin
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates – RAKBANK announced today that it has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to issue an AED-backed payment token i.e., stablecoin, subject to the completion of regulatory and operational requirements. This marks an important step in RAKBANK’s digital assets journey and reflects the Bank’s […]