Category: 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 …

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 …

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 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 …

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 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 …

When fintech ambition meets the realities of banking, the friction reveals lessons that are useful not just for founders but for banks themselves.

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, …

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, …

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, …

For years, Bitcoin has been framed as either a revolutionary breakthrough or a speculative distraction. But as fintech matures, the …

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 — …

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 …

Nigeria’s ascent as one of Africa’s most dynamic fintech hubs did not happen by accident. It has been shaped by a combination of entrepreneurial energy, …

Dubai Chambers has enhanced its efforts in providing the business community with access to advanced and alternative banking services.

Dubai Chambers has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with four specialised fintech companies to broaden access to alternative banking services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), …

Partnership with Leap brings real-world money skills and early financial confidence into family life, reinforcing GEMS’ commitment to holistic education …