NBK Wealth named the “Best Private Bank in Kuwait” 2025 by The Banker

NBK Wealth named the “Best Private Bank in Kuwait” 2025 by The Banker

The award underscores the Group’s exceptional performance and commitment to delivering innovative wealth management solutions Its strong growth has further strengthened client confidence, firmly establishing NBK Wealth’s standing as a market leader in private banking NBK Wealth Group has been awarded Best Private Bank in Kuwait 2025 by The Banker magazine at the prestigious Global […]

Warba Bank receives Mastercard’s “Highest Spend Per Card on Credit Card” award

Warba Bank receives Mastercard’s “Highest Spend Per Card on Credit Card” award

Kuwait: Warba Bank received Mastercard’s prestigious “Highest Spend Per Card on Credit Card” Award in recognition of its outstanding performance in issuing credit cards and the exceptionally high spend per card. The recognition stands as a testament to the strong confidence of high-net-worth and premium customers in Warba Bank’s innovative payment and card solutions. The award […]

Sun Life receives authorisation to establish office in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)

Sun Life receives authorisation to establish office in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)

Dubai, UAE: Sun Life, a leading provider of High Net Worth insurance solutions, today announced it will establish operations in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) following authorisation from the Dubai Financial Services Authority, the independent regulator for business undertaken from and in DIFC, the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South […]

ZAND first bank in the Middle East to achieve ISO 27001 & 27701

ZAND first bank in the Middle East to achieve ISO 27001 & 27701

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Zand, an AI and blockchain-powered digital bank in the United Arab Emirates, has achieved ISO certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISO 27001), and for Privacy Information Management Systems (ISO 27701). Significantly, these certifications make Zand the first bank in the Middle East region to meet these internationally recognized standards for Web3 […]

Mintiply Capital to lead AED 1.2bln F&B and e-commerce investment deal in GCC

Mintiply Capital to lead AED 1.2bln F&B and e-commerce investment deal in GCC

Investment banking advisory firm currently leading the strategic exit for a diversified group and positioning the asset for acquisition by qualified regional and international investors. With Gulf’s M&A activity surpassing $115 billion in 2025, the appetite for strategic acquisitions across the UAE and Saudi Arabia has never been stronger Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Mintiply Capital, […]

Qashio marks European market expansion with Dublin Europe HQ launch

Qashio marks European market expansion with Dublin Europe HQ launch

Top Ministers of the UAE and Irish government attend launch, including the UAE Minister of Economy and Ireland’s Deputy Prime Minister, accompanied by the UAE Ambassador to Ireland. Qashio, the MENA region’s leading spend management solution, has announced a major milestone in its global growth strategy with the opening of its European headquarters in Dublin, […]

Mastercard Partners with Egypt’s Fuelin to Digitize Fleet Fuel Payments Across MENA

Mastercard Partners with Egypt’s Fuelin to Digitize Fleet Fuel Payments Across MENA

Collaboration brings real-time visibility, enhanced security, and data-driven operations to fleets as MENA businesses accelerate digital transformation Dubai, UAE: Mastercard has partnered with Fuelin, an Egypt-based fleet-tech innovator, to digitize how businesses across MENA manage payments for fuel. The collaboration integrates Fuelin’s real-time controls and analytics with Mastercard’s secure, globally accepted network, driving the mobility sector’s […]

Visa expands global travel program with Dubai launch, offering curated experiences for cardholders

Visa expands global travel program with Dubai launch, offering curated experiences for cardholders

​​​​VisaNet data: Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and the United States of America account for Dubai’s top travelers. VisaNet data: Repeat visitors to Dubai spend significantly more than first-time travelers – averaging $890 per trip compared to $540 – underscoring the city’s ability to drive long-term tourism value. UAE, Dubai – Visa today announced an expansion […]