Tag "Bahrain"
Bahrain, UAE and Saudi Arabia Recognized as Open Banking Leaders in the GCC
In the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the open banking phenomenon is evolving at a rapid pace. Across the region, regulators are embracing the imperative aggressively, having acknowledged the potential of data sharing to improve customer experience and increase financial inclusiveness.
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Bahrain and UAE Leads Middle East’s Fintech Scene, Study Finds
In the Middle East, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have emerged as fintech leaders, thanks to the supportive ecosystems these have managed to develop for fintech development. At the same time, their leadership positions are not guaranteed going
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Bahrain Has Big Plans for its Fintech Industry and Startups
The government of Bahrain wants to make the country the go-to place in the Middle East for fintech companies and it’s betting on its banking know-how to help it establish a healthy fintech ecosystem. Bahrain has one of the freest
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Bahrain Witnesses Key Fintech Developments
Over the past year, Bahrain’s fintech ecosystem has witnessed several key developments including the launch of the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) dedicated Fintech and Innovation Unit and regulatory sandbox, two initiatives that highlight the growing market demand and interest
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Bahrain Pushes for Fintech Innovation
Bahrain is looking to move the country’s economy away from oil, leveraging its financial hub credentials to attract fintech companies. In partnership with government ministries and other public sector agencies, the Economic Development Board (EDB) is pushing to develop a
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