UAE based RAKBANK says it is in the process of tying up with three new fintech firms, in an attempt …
Dubai residents can soon pay school fees, bills via blockchain payment platform
Dubai citizens and residents will soon be able to make digital payments for school fees, bills and retail purchases with a stable, digital currency after a partnership between blockchain payment providers and emcredit – Dubai’s Credit Bureau.
Middle East arm of Locus Chain Foundation creates token wallet
The MENA headquarters of Singapore-based next generation blockchain platform, Locus Chain Foundation (LCF), in Dubai has announced that it will create a token wallet on Bibox.
Middle East finance firms plan more fintech tie-ups in coming years: study
FinTech is increasingly impacting the financial services sector with 82 percent of financial services companies plan to increase fintech partnerships in the coming three to five years.
Abu Dhabi authorities to develop smart solutions for fintech sector
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has announced the signing of a strategic new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA).
Dubai-based bank teams up with PwC to foster digital innovation
Commercial Bank of Dubai, (CBD) and PwC Middle East have signed an agreement to foster innovation in the country.
Abu Dhabi regulator calls for stricter crypto trading policies
Abu Dhabi Global Market’s head of Financial Services Regulatory Authority called for stricter international regulations for cryptocurrency trading.
Abu Dhabi rolls out digital initiative to spur financial services
Abu Dhabi Global Market, ADGM, has announced an initiative to launch a FinTech digital sandbox.
“Innovation is a focal point in Abu Dhabi’s plans,” says DED chair
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Economic Development (ADDED), and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) have signed a cooperation agreement to provide more integrated support for innovators and technology enterprises.
UAE jump starts regulatory control of fintech
The UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has issued a resolution approving the regulatory control of Fintech.