For the banking veteran, it’s a return home of sorts.
U.S. Bank recruits Bank of America exec to lead Atlanta-based payments unit
The banking veteran most recently led merchant services and receivables at Bank of America.
What Does SumUp’s Entry into Accounting Mean?
Sole traders see a benefit as SumUp incorporates Sage technology into its business to get ahead of UK regulation coming into effect soon …
Ziina and Virtuzone partner to deliver unified payments and instant settlement to UAE smes
Licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE, Ziina is committed to transparency, offering its services without initiation fees or hidden charges. With its user-friendly interface and growing ecosystem, …
What Capital One’s $5.15 Billion Brex Deal Signals For Fintech
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Pam Kaur covers fintech and bank tech innovation and regulation. When Capital One agreed to pay $5.15 billion for fintech startup …
Jingle Pay revolutionises UAE-Pakistan remittances with marketplace model
As the Middle East enters a pivotal phase in its fintech evolution, UAE-based fintech Jingle Pay is reinforcing its position in cross-border payments by introducing a structural shift in how …
Fintech Friction: Common UX Pain Points (And How To Fix Them)
If a process feels slow, confusing or uncertain, users don’t just get annoyed; they start to question whether their money and personal data are really safe.
‘In This Time of Crisis, UAE Shows What Sets World-Class Nations Apart’
In a social media post, a Delhi-bound fintech expert, Tushar Gagerna, recounts his experience in the UAE after his flight was cancelled following the outbreak …
Fintech Week Dubai 2026 Concludes Successfully, Showcasing the Future of Payments, Security & Beyond
The 2nd Fintech Week Dubai 2026 successfully concluded on 16–17 February 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek, bringing together over 50 global leaders, innovators, regulators, and …
Rewa launches digital rent payments and rewards app across the UAE
Rewa has launched its digital rent payment and rewards app across the UAE, transforming one of the country’s last major offline financial processes into a seamless digital experience. The launch …
What Fintech Founders Learn When They Pitch To Banks
When fintech ambition meets the realities of banking, the friction reveals lessons that are useful not just for founders but for banks themselves.
UAE payments fintech Ziina scores $22 million Series A
UAE-based payments fintech Ziina has secured $22 million in a Series A funding round led by Altos Ventures, with participation from other top-tier investors including Fintech Collective, FJ Labs, …
Global instability raises the bar for fintech delivery
South Africa’s fintech industry is navigating an unusual paradox. Charl Kleynhans, Altron Fintech senior manager: implementations Locally, most systems hum along smoothly – banks are stable, …
United Arab Emirates Gift Card Business Report 2026: $2.43 Bn Market Expands as Amazon and Majid Al Futtaim Anchor Retail Issuance While Banks and Super-Apps Broaden …
The UAE gift card market presents significant opportunities through digital innovation and integration with wallet ecosystems. Growth areas include transitioning to account-linked digital cards, …
SoFi proves Bitcoin’s real-world value for modern fintech
For years, Bitcoin has been framed as either a revolutionary breakthrough or a speculative distraction. But as fintech matures, the …
Top Fintech App Development Companies in 2026: Independent Ranking & Industry Analysis
Looking for the top fintech app development companies in 2026? We analyze the best fintech engineering firms based on retention, scalability, compliance expertise, and real delivery metrics — …
Real-time finance tools key to UAE SMEs’ growth, says expert
As the UAE’s fintech sector enters a more mature phase in 2026, attention is shifting from rapid expansion to financial resilience, particularly for SMEs. With VAT, corporate tax and tighter …