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Dubai Chambers empowers SMEs with alternative banking solutions in cooperation with 4 fintech companies

News Desk 16/02/2026

Dubai Chambers has enhanced its efforts in providing the business community with access to advanced and alternative banking services. This initiative is enabled through Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed with four specialised FinTech companies. The collaboration aims to empower local

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du Pay and talabat Launch UAE’s First Digital Wallet for Delivery Riders

Mariam Khawer 28/10/2025

Image Credit : du du Pay, the licensed digital wallet platform by du, has joined hands with food delivery giant talabat to launch a new digital wallet designed exclusively for delivery riders across the UAE marking the first collaboration of its kind between a regulated fintech provider and a major logistics platform in the country. […]

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Lebanese Fintech Whish Money Secures Canadian Licenses to Anchor Global Expansion

PR News Desk 27/10/2025

UAE, 27 October 2025 – Lebanese fintech Whish Money has secured financial services licenses in Canada, its first major regulatory approval outside the MENA region, signaling the start of a planned global expansion. The company confirmed it is also pursuing licenses in other key markets, including the United States, United Kingdom, the European Union, and […]

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“Qi Card” to Represent Iraq’s Fintech Leadership at “Money 20/20 USA”

PR News Desk 24/10/2025

International Smart Card (DBA Qi Card), the leading electronic payment solutions provider in Iraq, is set to represent the country’s financial technology (FinTech) sector at Money20/20 USA, a major global stage for the payments, banking, fintech and financial services community, scheduled for October 26–29, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Qi Card’s participation at

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Dubai Police and Department of Finance Forge Partnership to Advance Cashless Transformation

Mariam Khawer 15/10/2025

UAE  In a move that reinforces Dubai’s vision of becoming a fully cashless city, the General Command of Dubai Police and the Government of Dubai’s Department of Finance (DOF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in digital payment innovation and smart financial solutions. The agreement supports the Dubai Cashless Strategy, aiming

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Huru Launches as UAE’s First Homegrown Fintech Built for the Unbanked and Underbanked

PR News Desk 06/10/2025

Huru, a homegrown UAE fintech company licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE, has entered the market with a clear mission: to serve as a one-stop financial management app for the country’s unbanked and underbanked communities. By focusing on this segment, Huru aims to close long-standing gaps in their access to essential financial services […]

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Amid MENA’s Fintech Boom, Checkout.com Joins Inaugural Money 20/20 Middle East

PR News Desk 10/09/2025

Global payments solution provider Checkout.com will be participating in the inaugural Money 20/20 Middle East, the world’s leading platform for the global money ecosystem. Taking place from September 15-17 in Riyadh, the event is expected to draw over 45,000 attendees under the inspiring theme, “Where Money Does Business.” As a sponsor of The Garden of […]

Finance Interviews

Did you know that Whizmo is empowering the underserved and driving the UAE’s digital payment revolution?

Arnold Pinto 06/08/2025

On ‘finance without borders’ lines In this exclusive interview, Eric G. Karobia, CEO of Whizmo, discusses the Dubai-based all-in-one mobile money solution provider’s ambitious mission to democratise mobile money in the UAE. Focused on accessibility, simplicity, and inclusion, Whizmo represents a movement connecting cash-based communities with digital finance.

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FinTech Startup Tabadulat Receives In-Principle Approval from ADGM’s FSRA

PR News Desk 29/07/2025

Tabadulat Limited (Tabadulat), a UAE-based Shariah-compliant investing platform registered with ADGM, the international financial centre of the UAE Capital Abu Dhabi, has received In-Principle Approval from ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). The announcement follows the UAE cabinet’s approval of its National Strategy for Islamic Finance and Halal

Automotive Business

Uber and Mastercard expand payment partnership

Arnold Pinto 28/07/2025

As ride-hailing platforms face pressures Mastercard has expanded its payments partnership with Uber in a move aimed at enhancing digital financial services for drivers, couriers, and consumers using the platform. The new phase of cooperation will see Uber integrate a wider set of Mastercard’s technologies, with a focus on real-time payments, simplified digital credentials,

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Belong: New fintech platform offers NRIs safe & easy investment options in India

PR News Desk 16/07/2025

Belong, a new fintech platform for global Indians to invest safely and easily in India, is now available for non-resident Indians (NRI) in the UAE. Licensed by IFSCA – regulator of GIFT City, India, Belong offers a US Dollar-based Fixed Deposit (FD) starting at just USD 5,000 (AED 18,365), with high returns. Ankur Choudhary, CEO […]

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Fintech Major Qi and U.S.-based K2 Integrity Join Forces to Align Iraq’s Financial Sector with Global Standards

PR News Desk 18/06/2025

In a strategic move to strengthen financial compliance standards across its operations, Qi, also known as International Smart Card, has signed a landmark partnership with K2 Integrity, a global compliance and financial crime advisory firm. Qi-K2 scope of work will be split into Qi UAE, Qi Jordan and Qi Iraq. K2 Integrity will build a […]

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Future Banks Summit in Dubai to examine digital transformation in MENA finance

News Desk 01/06/2025

From June 17-18, 2025 Senior executives from across the banking and financial technology sectors will convene in the UAE for the 4th Annual Future Banks Summit, scheduled to take place on June 17-18, 2025, at the Conrad Dubai. The two-day event, organised by Verve Management, will focus on the growing influence of artificial intelligence, open […]

Business

‘Financial Inclusion 2.0: Next is Now’ headlines CXO Meet 2025 in Goa

News Desk 05/05/2025

Assisted digital finance in the spotlight The lush surroundings of Windflower Resort & Spa in Goa, India, hosted the third edition of the CXO Meet, a flagship summit organised by the Grameen Foundation for Social Impact (GFSI) in collaboration with the Business Correspondent Federation of India (BCFI). Supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, […]

Business Finance

Mawarid Finance hosts Fintech & Innovation Summit 2025 in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 25/04/2025

Clear blue skies for UAE fintech sector Mawarid Finance convened its highly anticipated Mawarid Fintech & Innovation Summit 2025 in Dubai, drawing an influential mix of fintech pioneers, government regulators, tech innovators and financial industry leaders. The flagship event, held on April 24, 2025, under the theme “Innovate, Integrate, Inspire: The Future of Embedded

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Experian Assistant Wins 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Award for Analytics Innovation

PR News Desk 21/03/2025

Experian, a leading global data and technology company, today announced that Experian Assistant, an agentic AI-powered solution that greatly accelerates the data-modeling lifecycle, has won the 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Award for Analytics Innovation. For the second consecutive year, Experian received this prestigious award that recognizes those “who are dedicated to

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Fintech Giant ‘Qi’ Transforms Customer Experience with Generative AI & Cloud Technology

PR News Desk 12/03/2025

Leading fintech consortium Qi of multi-sector companies, has announced a major transformation of its customer experience system through the integration of advanced Generative AI and Cloud technology from Genesys, an IPO-ready global leader in customer experience and call centre technologies. Qi’s omnichannel and digital transition significantly enhanced both customer and

Tech

Know the top 10 fintech trends for 2025?

Arnold Pinto 30/11/2024

From Apple NFC to virtual cards Juniper Research, a leading fintech and payments specialist, has revealed the top 10 trends to transform the financial landscape in 2025. The trends highlight the industry’s rapid shifts, driven by technological advancements, changing consumer demands, and evolving regulatory landscapes. According to Nick Maynard, Juniper Research’s VP

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BKN301 Group hosts roadshows to advance financial inclusion and fintech innovation across EMEA region

PR News Desk 11/11/2024

BKN301 Group, a London-based leader in digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) solutions in the EMEA region, is organising a series of roadshows to drive financial inclusion by showcasing innovative fintech solutions in BaaS, payment accounts, Payments-as-a-Service, and digital wallets. Following the success of its inaugural roadshow held in Qatar (Middle East)

Business Tech

Totl eyes GCC rollout after stepping up to transform the UAE cashback ecosystem

Arnold Pinto 14/10/2024

Innovative startup’s QR tech is a game-changer In an era where digital transformation is reshaping consumer interactions, Totl, a pioneering fintech firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), is redefining how businesses connect with customers. With over 700 businesses across the UAE onboard and $1 million in investments, app-based Totl offers customers a unique […]