Globally, initiatives across different jurisdictions have emerged to make open banking a reality, ranging from direct regulatory requirements, like what’s…

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF), an initiative launched by the UAE Ministry of Finance to support innovation in…

In the Middle East, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have emerged as fintech leaders, thanks to the supportive…

Dubai’s special economic zone, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has released a new report that explores the opportunities related…

African countries are home to some of the world’s most unbanked populations. In these nations, fintech and digital banking are…

His Excellency, Dr. Mohammad Y. Al-Hashel, the Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait has announced that the bank has…

As digital transformation continues to play a fundamental role in shaping the way governments across the world adapt to new…

We are fortunate to witness a period of monumental progress in Africa. The changes are visible across all sectors. African…

From its origin as a 90-startup, US$13 million capital sector, the Israeli fintech industry has grown to include approximately 500…

Etisalat today announced its commitment to adapt and implement a common approach to IoT security guidelines that will outline best…

Bahrain is looking to move the country’s economy away from oil, leveraging its financial hub credentials to attract fintech companies.…

500 Startups, a Silicon Valley venture fund with a track record of investing in young companies, said on Tuesday Abu…

Etisalat Digital announced the shortlisted scale-ups to foster digital innovation and entrepreneurship and to bring new solutions to the market…

UAE Exchange, a leading global money transfer, foreign exchange and payment solutions brand, announced it has partnered with San Francisco-based…

The Middle East is often praised for being a fertile ground for fintech businesses to grow and flourish for a…