Intelligent Wealth Ecosystem is an integrated wealth platform designed to connect investing, robo-advisory, financial planning, investment research, and human-supervised AI into one connected financial journey. Built with a multi-market vision across the Middle East and Europe, Intelligent is developing a platform for individuals, advisors, and institutions looking for a more structured way to make financial […]
Visa outlines AI Token Stablecoin Capabilities shaping the Future of Commerce across CEMEA
Since the launch of stablecoin settlement capabilities a year ago in CEMEA, settlement volumes have increased nearly 60 times Outlined a series of AI Token Stablecoin capabilities Visa today outlined a series of AI Token Stablecoin capabilities designed to help clients across the Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA) region participate in […]
Tabby secures Saudi Finance Licences from SAMA to expand Consumer and SME Financing
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — 29 June 2026: Tabby, the financial services app, today announced it has received a consumer finance licence and an SME finance licence from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The licences let Tabby offer customers in Saudi Arabia longer plans on larger purchases, alongside the 4 interest-free monthly payments they already use, and […]
Arab Bank Switzerland strengthens Middle East footprint with opening Dubai office in DIFC
Samir Atitallah appointed CEO to lead the Bank’s DIFC operation and support regional growth ambitions Experienced Board bringing together leading banking figures including Elissar Farah Antonios, former Citi UAE CEO and regional MENA Head Dubai – Arab Bank Switzerland, the Geneva-headquartered Swiss private banking group, announces the launch of ABS (Middle East) Limited in Dubai International […]
State Street Secures Fund Administration License in Saudi Arabia
State Street Saudi Arabia Financial Solutions, has upgraded its license to a Managing Investment and Operating Funds (MIOF) license from the Capital Market Authority in Saudi Arabia, enabling the firm to offer local fund administration services in the Kingdom. The expanded license enables institutional investors, asset managers, and asset owners to establish, operate, and service […]
Deutsche Bank appoints Best Danelee Masia as Chief Country Officer for South Africa
Deutsche Bank today announced the appointment of Danelee Masia as Chief Country Officer (CCO) for South Africa and General Manager of Deutsche Bank AG Johannesburg Branch. Danelee will serve as Deutsche Bank’s senior representative in the country, with overall responsibility for leading the franchise, maintaining strong governance standards, and deepening engagement with clients, regulators and key stakeholders. […]
Khaleeji Bank announces the appointment of Razi Almerbati as Great Chief Executive Officer
Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain: Khaleeji Bank, one of the leading Islamic banks in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the appointment of Mr Razi Almerbati as Chief Executive Officer of the Bank, in addition to his position as a member of the Bank’s Board of Directors. Mr Almerbati will assume his duties as of August 17, […]
Expo City Dubai partners with Emirates NBD to introduce tailored home financing solutions for its residential properties
DUBAI,: Expo City Dubai has signed an agreement with Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, to introduce tailored mortgage and home financing solutions designed to support buyers across its diverse residential portfolio. The partnership reflects strong long-term momentum in Dubai’s residential real estate sector, with increasing demand […]
Mastercard launches Africa Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to help secure the continent’s digital future
New pan-African initiative aimed at strengthening collective cyber resilience across Africa’s digital economy Brings together public and private sector organizations to share intelligence, build readiness and support improved response Launch begins in South Africa and Nigeria, reinforcing Mastercard’s long-term commitment and investments in Africa’s digital transformation and supporting trust in the digital ecosystem Africa, Monday […]
Best Network International partners with Majid Al Futtaim for its In-Store Acquiring Business
Network’s agile and scalable platform to streamline Majid Al Futtaim’s vast payments operations UAE: Network International (Network), a leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa, enters a strategic partnership with Majid Al Futtaim, a leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, to transform the customer payment […]
