Middle East
The GCC and broader Middle East.
Fintech
Tap Payments Secures Retail Payment Services License in the UAE
Tap Payments has received regulatory approval from the Central Bank of the UAE, completing its licensing across the GCC.
Fintech
Haball Secures US$52 Million to Expand Supply Chain Financing Across Pakistan and GCC
Haball raises US$52M to drive supply chain financing in Pakistan and expand into the GCC, addressing SMEs' financial gaps with shariah-co
Forcepoint Acquires Getvisibility to Strengthen AI-Powered Data Security
Forcepoint completed its acquisition of Getvisibility, enhancing its Data Security Everywhere platform with AI-powered DSPM and DDR capabilities for real-time risk management across hybri
Fintech
AI, Data Gaps, and Compliance: LSEG Research Reveals Urgent Industry Needs
Global compliance leaders call for faster sanctions data, reduced false positives, and AI-driven tools to meet rising regulatory demands, LSEG Risk Intelligence reveals.
Saudi CEOs Lead in AI Adoption and Growth Optimism for 2025
CEOs in Saudi Arabia are highly optimistic about revenue growth, surpassing global averages.
Blockchain
ADGM and Chainlink Partner to Advance Tokenisation Frameworks
ADGM collaborates with Chainlink to enhance blockchain regulation and tokenisation in the UAE.
Fintech
Blockchain
Calastone Launches Tokenised Distribution for Seamless Blockchain Integration
Calastone introduces Tokenised Distribution, allowing asset managers to tokenise funds and distribute them across blockchain networks, unlocking new investor channels without disrupting e
Fintech
BFL Group Partners with Google Cloud to Drive Digital Transformation
BFL Group joins forces with Google Cloud to enhance operations through AI and data analytics.
Fintech
Investopia and Sino-International Entrepreneurs Federation Forge Partnership to Boost UAE-China Ties
Investopia signs MoU with SIEF to enhance UAE-China economic relations, promoting investment and entrepreneurship across sectors like SMEs and the new economy.
Fintech
Avaloq Opens DIFC Office to Accelerate Fintech Growth in GCC
Avaloq expands into Dubai’s DIFC to support digital transformation in the GCC’s wealth management sector, helping financial institutions enhance operations, build client trust, and stay a
EGA Women’s Network Hosts Summit to Drive Gender Diversity in UAE Industry
The Women’s Network of Emirates Global Aluminium hosted H.E.
AI & ML
Biotech
e& Enterprise Partners with RAIN Technology to Revolutionize OR Workflows in MEA
e& Enterprise teams up with RAIN Technology to launch Orva, an AI-powered voice assistant, transforming operating room workflows and
Fintech
DFSA Opens Applications for Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox
The Dubai Financial Services Authority invites firms to participate in its Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox to test tokenised financial se
Fintech
Riverbed Unveils AI Observability Tools to Transform Financial Services
Riverbed expands its AI-powered platform to help financial institutions enhance digital experiences, streamline operations, and boost performance amid growing tech demands and hybrid work
AI & ML
Microsoft Partners with Kuwait to Establish AI-Powered Azure Region
Microsoft and the Government of Kuwait partner to accelerate AI transformation by launching an AI-powered Azure Region, enhancing cloud services, cybersecurity, and digital innovation to
Fintech
Blockchain
YZi Labs Invests in Plume Network to Expand RWAfi Ecosystem
YZi Labs backs Plume Network, a modular blockchain designed for Real World Assets (RWAs).
Fintech
Winning Through Story: The Power of Narrative in Business Growth
In an era of information overload, storytelling remains a powerful tool for scaling businesses.
AI & ML