American Express Middle East Celebrates 30 Years of the Platinum Card with Exclusive New Benefits Dubai, United Arab Emirates – American Express Middle East marks the 30th anniversary of The Platinum Card® in the region by unveiling a set of exclusive benefits tailored to the...

Sharjah, UAE – Bank of Sharjah (ADX: BOS) is proud to announce that its shares will be added to the MSCI Global Small Cap Index, effective after market close on May 30, 2025, as part of MSCI’s semi-annual index review. This notable achievement underscores Bank of Sharjah’s...

Casablanca, Morocco – Standard Chartered has officially launched its new representative office in Morocco, marking a strategic expansion of its presence across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The move follows license approval from Bank Al-Maghrib and the awarding of...

Proofpoint to Acquire Hornetsecurity, Expanding Global Reach in MSP and SMB Cybersecurity Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Proofpoint, Inc., a leading cybersecurity and compliance company, has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity Group, a...

As the Middle East undergoes a sweeping economic transformation, a new generation of banking and finance leaders is reshaping the region’s financial landscape. From championing digital innovation to leading regulatory reforms and sustainability initiatives, these standout executives...

Botim and Mbank Launch UAE’s First Fintech-Integrated Jaywan Card In a landmark move for the UAE’s digital economy, Astra Tech’s flagship platform *Botim* has partnered with *Mbank*, one of the country’s leading digital banks, to launch the UAE’s first fintech-integrated Jaywan...

Cairo, Egypt – Career 180, a leading Egypt-based edtech platform, has announced a six-figure investment from U.S.-based venture capital firm Den VC, alongside plans to expand operations into Saudi Arabia, backed by regional growth partner Value Makers Studio...

Muscat, Oman – Beyond ONE™, a global technology company and provider of digital services, has officially launched FRiENDi Pay — a licensed mobile wallet designed to revolutionize how people in Oman make payments and transfer money internationally. Leveraging...

Sharjah, UAE – Bank of Sharjah has reported a robust start to the year, achieving a significant increase in profitability during the first quarter of 2025. The Bank’s performance reflects the success of its strategic initiatives, strong risk management practices, and ongoing...