In an exclusive interview, Nahim Bassa, Senior Vice President and Head of Strategy & Transformation Group at Bank Aljazira, shared his insights on the rapid transformation happening in Saudi Arabia’s financial sector. With over 50% of the population under 35, the country is embracing digital innovation and Vision 2030 to diversify its economy and unleash...
PayerMax, a global payment solution provider, has taken center stage as the Gold Sponsor at Seamless Middle East 2024 and showcased ways to integrate financial services at the event seamlessly. The event, renowned as the largest gathering in the digital commerce landscape, was held in Dubai from May 14 to 16, 2024. PayerMax’s participation in...
CAIRO, Egypt — Noqood Holding, a pioneer in providing non-banking financial services and digital products, revealed its accomplishments over the past year and outlined its ambitious plans for expansion, notably the impending launch of its new subsidiary, “Noqood Finance,” targeting the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sector. Dr. Abdel Rahman Ali, CEO of Noqood Holding,...
Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence arm of Alibaba Group, inaugurated the Alibaba Cloud Academy Training Center in the MEA region, marking a significant milestone in empowering customers and partners to enhance their digital proficiency. Situated in Dubai Internet City, a renowned global tech ecosystem under TECOM Group PJSC, the training centre is strategically...
In an exclusive interview, Ghita Erling, Chief Executive Officer of the Payments Association of South Africa (PASA), South Africa, shared her insights on the rapidly evolving payments landscape and the future of digital payments. A Journey in Payments Ghita’s journey in payments began in a bank’s physical cash processing division, where she experienced the risks...
EMURGO MEA, the investment and commercial arm of the global blockchain platform Cardano in Africa and the Middle East, has announced a strategic partnership with Encryptus, a leading Crypto <> Fiat infrastructure provider. This collaboration aims to bolster the Cardano ecosystem by offering seamless on and off-ramp services, facilitating ADA adoption across frontier markets. EMURGO...
During its participation in the LEAP 2024 Conference in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Orange Group unveiled its insights into the future of smart cities, highlighting the pivotal role of artificial intelligence and data analytics in driving global digital transformation. As a stalwart in the industry, Orange Business, accompanied by partners Dataiku and BioMed Central,...
West Monroe, a renowned business and technology consulting firm, and Backbase, a global leader in Engagement Banking, have unveiled their strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of the U.S. banking industry. The collaboration leverages West Monroe’s expertise in financial services advisory and digital experience capabilities, combining them with Backbase’s cutting-edge Engagement Banking Platform....
Microsoft is unveiling new availability options and enhanced features for Copilot, its AI companion designed to revolutionize productivity and creativity across work and personal life. Since its launch, Copilot has empowered users to harness the power of generative AI for various tasks, from streamlining workflows to boosting creativity. Available across devices and platforms, including web...
Japan, renowned for its rich history in the gaming industry, is witnessing a significant transformation in how gamers make payments, with digital options increasingly simplifying the purchasing process. Despite the enduring popularity of local alternative payment methods like Konbini and Pay-easy, Japan is experiencing a notable surge in digital payment adoption, signalling a gradual transition...