In today’s digital-first economy, businesses face increasing pressure to meet stringent regulatory requirements while maintaining a smooth and fast user experience. Rising to this challenge, Sumsub has unveiled its all-in-one verification platform—a solution built to simplify KYC...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a significant step towards creating a more transparent and consumer-friendly financial environment, the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has announced the release of its updated “Credit Card Issuance and Operation Rules.” These newly introduced...

Dubai, UAE: A major shift is underway in the UAE’s payment landscape. Al Etihad Payments, under the UAE Central Bank, is set to roll out the much-anticipated Jaywan domestic debit card—a move poised to reshape everyday transactions across the country. According to Jan Pilbauer,...

Algeria-based HR technology company Talenteo has raised a six-figure investment in a strategic funding round led by Tunisia’s venture capital firm 216 Capital Ventures. The investment will play a key role in supporting Talenteo’s expansion into Tunisia and broader Francophone African...

RHB Banking Group has unveiled a new and improved version of its mobile banking app, designed to offer users a faster, more secure, and intuitive digital banking experience. This launch aligns with the bank’s broader digitalisation goals under its three-year PROGRESS27 strategy. A...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – In a groundbreaking move to enhance financial compliance across the region, Qi—also known as International Smart Card—has announced a strategic partnership with global compliance and risk management firm K2 Integrity. Under this long-term alliance,...

June 18, 2025 – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia NayaOne, a UK-based Vendor Delivery Infrastructure (VDI) platform trusted by major global banks and regulators, has officially entered the Saudi market with the launch of the Kingdom’s first fully Saudi-hosted fintech platform. This milestone...

Setting a new benchmark for sustainable investing in Egypt. Cairo, Egypt – CI Capital Asset Management (CIAM), Egypt’s leading asset manager and a Forbes-recognized Top 40 Asset Manager in the MENA region, has proudly launched the country’s first open-ended sustainable equity...

In a bold move signaling its deep commitment to artificial intelligence, Meta has announced a $14.3 billion investment in AI infrastructure startup Scale AI, a deal that positions the tech giant firmly in the global race to build superintelligent systems — AI that could eventually...

Luno, one of Malaysia’s leading regulated digital asset exchanges, has received approval from the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) to list two new cryptocurrencies — HBAR and GRT. This milestone increases the number of SC-approved digital assets available on the Luno platform to...