Doha, Qatar – Keeta, the international subsidiary of Meituan, China’s on-demand delivery giant, has officially launched in Qatar, offering users a smarter, more affordable way to order their favorite meals. Starting today, all Keeta new users will receive vouchers worth 200 QAR while all users will enjoy free delivery benefits with no subscription fees. The launch […]
ADIB Capital Launches ADIB Islamic Trade Opportunities Fund in DIFC
Dubai – ADIB Capital Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) and regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), has launched a new Sharia-compliant investment vehicle targeting short-duration trade opportunities in developed markets. The ADIB Islamic Trade Opportunities Fund, structured as a Qualified Investor Fund (QIF) in the Dubai International […]
Mantas, a pioneering insurtech Secures In-Principle Approval from DFSA for Category 4 Licence
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Mantas, a pioneering insurtech, received In-Principle Approval (IPA) for a Category 4 licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). This enables Mantas to operate as a regulated Managing General Agent (MGA) upon the issuance of the full DFSA licence. This key milestone bolsters the company’s mission to protect cloud-reliant businesses […]
Dubai: MOHRE and e& money Partner to Extend Wage Protection Services to Domestic Workers
This enables individuals to manage salary payments for domestic workers in line with applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks. Dubai: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) and e& money, the fintech arm of e&, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide wage protection services via the e& money platform. This enables individuals to manage […]
Worldpay and Mastercard Launch Mastercard Move to empower consumers and businesses in the UAE
The solution also allows Worldpay’s merchants to leverage their acquiring flows to fund payouts, simplifying operations and reducing reliance on multiple providers. Dubai, UAE: Worldpay® and Mastercard have joined forces to streamline money movement for consumers and businesses in the UAE through Mastercard Move. Through this collaboration, Worldpay Push-to-Card solution will enable a wide range of […]
Kuwait’s Warba Bank Partners with Zayoom to Elevate Digital Marketplace Experience
Warba Bank today announced a strategic partnership with Zayoom, a specialized consumer electronics store, aimed at enriching the bank’s digital offers marketplace with exclusive benefits, including special discounts, limited seasonal deals and Marketplace e-store offers. This collaboration enhances the value offered to the bank’s customers and aligns with their aspirations. Commenting on the announcement, Muhannad Issa Bourahma, Director […]
Qatar: Fintech gains momentum with digital payments and blockchain at forefront
With nearly 99% of Qatar’s population using online and smartphone penetration nearly universal, digital transactions have become the norm. DOHA: Qatar’s fintech landscape is surging forward with remarkable momentum, driven by bold government initiatives, modern regulatory frameworks, and a thriving ecosystem of startups and corporate champions, an expert remarked. With nearly 99 percent of Qatar’s […]
Electronic wallet transfers in Jordan reach $5bln in seven months — JoPACC
These transfers were carried out over 51.94 million transactions, according to a statement by JoPACC on Wednesday. AMMAN — The total value of money transfers made through electronic wallets in Jordan reached around JD3.56 billion since the beginning of this year through the end of July, according to the Jordanian Payment and Clearing Systems Company […]
Dubai’s GDP reaches $32.61 Billion in Q1 2025, Up 4% YoY
Source: Zawya The growth recorded in Q1 2025 was driven by strong performances across a wide range of strategic sectors. DUBAI – Dubai recorded a GDP of AED119.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 4 percent growth from the same period in 2024, in a testament to the continued resilience and vitality […]
Jordan’s Sira marks three years with $4.2 million in collective member growth
Sira, the regional community for like-valued professionals to connect authentically and grow personally and professionally, has celebrated its third anniversary with a milestone event, El Talte Nabte (“The Third Takes Root”), bringing together members, partners, and friends to mark three years of meaningful connection, collaboration, and collective growth. Founded in 2022, Sira planted a simple […]
