News & Press Releases

Saudi Central Bank Continues CBDC Trials

Posted On January 27, 2023

The Central Bank continues to experiment with CBDC trials
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UAE and WEF team up to boost Trade Tech initiative

Posted On January 20, 2023

Move aims to boost digital supply chains
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Tarabut Gateway to break through Saudi Fintech Space as Open Banking Launches

Posted On December 16, 2022

Tarabut gateway is the leading regional infrastructure provider for Open Banking in the UAE
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Bahrain, UAE and Saudi Arabia Recognized as Open Banking Leaders in the GCC

Posted On December 9, 2022

A new analysis by Whitesight, a research firm focused on the global fintech space, looks at the state of open banking in the GCC, delving into the region’s frontrunners and how they’ve approached the trend.
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GCC banks to start 2023 on solid footing despite global economic uncertainties, S&P says

Posted On November 13, 2022

GCC banks will start next year on a solid footing helped by a rise in profitability on higher oil prices, improving confidence and large-scale-government projects in countries such as Saudi Arabia.
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12th edition of MEBIS opened yesterday

Posted On May 26, 2022

Brought together some of the biggest and most influential figures in the banking and fintech industry from across the Middle East
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MEBIS to host banking and fintech experts this month

Posted On May 9, 2022

Over 40 of the MENA region’s notable bankers and fintech experts will discuss the impact of technology and innovation on the banking industry
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The MEBIS+ Summit and Awards uncovered the latest innovations in banking and finance

Posted On September 19, 2021

On the 15th and 16th September at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre, UAE, the MEBIS+ Summit returned to take a look into the disruptive technologies and cutting-edge innovations that are transforming the banking industry.
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This week, the MEBIS+ Summit and Awards will explore the latest banking trends

Posted On September 14, 2021

On the 15th and 16th of September at Le Méridien Dubai Conference Centre, UAE, MEBIS+ will delve into the emerging technologies and innovative strategies that are supercharging the banking and finance industry.
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Emaar founder to head UAE's first digital bank

Posted On April 12, 2021

Mohamed Alabbar, founder and former chairman of Emaar Properties, will head Zand, the UAE's first digital bank that will cater to retail and corporate clients.
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Banking technology, fintech and digital transformation explored at the 10th annual middle east banking innovation summit

Posted On March 3, 2021

The Summit opened with a fascinating fireside chat between Naveed Minhas, Digital Platforms Executive, and Philip King, Global Head of Retail Banking at ADIB as they discussed how banks can improve their balance sheet through driving customer acquisition.
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Bahrain’s Bank ABC launches digital, mobile-only bank

Posted On November 28, 2019

The digital bank is to be introduced across the MENA region
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United Arab Bank chooses Finastra to power digital transformation

Posted On November 14, 2019

Finastra will help the bank modernize its retail and corporate offerings and drive growth.
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Emirates NBD offers instant account opening on mobile

Posted On November 4, 2019

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the region announced the launch of instant account opening for new customers straight from their smartphone.
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Oman's Ahli Bank upgrades mobile banking app

Posted On November 4, 2019

The online and mobile banking solutions gives a seamless experience, 24x7 to Ahli Bank customers
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Noor Bank, Smart Dubai explore latest innovations in banking

Posted On November 4, 2019

UAE-based Shariah-compliant bank Noor Bank has highlighted how the latest technological innovations are impacting the banking and finance sectors.
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Emirates NBD launches digital bank for entrepreneurs and SMEs

Posted On September 25, 2019

A new digital bank for entrepreneurs and SMEs has been launched by Dubai’s Emirates NBD.
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Global fintech experts to join banking innovation summit

Posted On August 5, 2019

Organised by Expotrade Global, the conference will be held on September 3 and 4 at Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel.
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KFH Bahrain Launches Secure & Simple Mobile Banking Application “KFHB Online”

Posted On August 4, 2019

Kuwait Finance House–Bahrain (KFH-Bahrain) has announced the launch of its new mobile banking application
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REINVENTING RETAIL BANKING – INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FOR TODAY’S CONSUMER

Posted On July 11, 2019

With the adoption of technological solutions such as artificial intelligence, big data and IoT, blockchain, banks are digitizing its processes and enhancing their services to offer customers the on-the-go banking.
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