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...
Dubai, UAE – Fasset, a digital asset exchange, has announced the official launch of its app in the UAE. The platform offers access to broker-dealer services catering to both novice and seasoned investors looking to diversify their portfolios with digital assets. Fasset’s app facilitates secure and seamless transactions involving digital and tokenized real-world assets, empowering...
Dubai, UAE – In a move aimed at enhancing customer loyalty, Union Coop has forged a strategic partnership with Emirates Skywards, the renowned loyalty program of Emirates Airlines. This collaboration introduces an opportunity for Union Coop customers to accumulate Skywards Miles seamlessly, both online and in-store, across 27 outlets in Dubai. The integration of Union...
The e-commerce platform reinforces its commitment to combat online fraud and enhance user security Dubai, UAE — Temu, a leading e-commerce platform serving 53 markets worldwide, has announced its membership in the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG), a global coalition dedicated to fighting identity theft and online fraud. By partnering with industry leaders such as Microsoft...
In a move to bolster innovation and foster collaboration within the global financial landscape, Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), one of the UAE’s premier national banks, has announced its strategic partnership with the Dubai FinTech Summit (DFS), organized by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The partnership signifies CBD’s commitment to supporting forward-thinking businesses on...
Dubai, UAE — Du, a leading telecommunications provider under Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced a special partnership with Shahid, the world-renowned Arabic streaming platform, to introduce innovative offerings and enhance entertainment experiences for customers during the festive Ramadan season. Shahid, a prominent entity within MBC GROUP, has garnered acclaim for its extensive content...
Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Redington, a prominent technology distributor across the Middle East and Africa, and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), has announced a strengthened partnership with Oracle through its participation in the Oracle Cloud Distribution Program. This collaboration aims to enhance, diversify, and fortify Redington’s cloud footprint and offerings within its mutual...
Dubai, UAE — Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, has joined forces with NPCI International Payments Ltd. (NIPL) to introduce a groundbreaking payment solution for Indian tourists in the UAE. Through their partnership, UPI-enabled apps like PhonePe can now be seamlessly integrated with Mashreq’s NEOPAY terminals, offering enhanced payment convenience across various...
In a strategic move aimed at fortifying its operational resilience and sustainability, Emirates Steel Arkan (ESA), a prominent UAE-based manufacturer of steel and building materials, has embarked on a transformative journey by partnering with global technology powerhouse SAP SE (NYSE: SAP). This partnership signifies ESA’s commitment to future-proofing its operations, leveraging streamlined processes, and enhancing...
In an exclusive interview, Giovanni Gavino Everduin, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at Commercial International Bank (CBI), UAE, shared his insights on the rapidly evolving financial landscape and the future of banking. A Journey in Financial Innovation Giovanni, with a background in management consulting and HR, has been instrumental in shaping CBI’s strategy and innovation...