For Fintech startups and their investors, getting a foothold in today’s marketplace is especially daunting. For every fintech startup, there are three that …
How to Build a FinTech Product That Solves Real-World Problems
Your users’ needs and the fintech landscape will keep changing. Your product must be ready. Let’s dive into how you can stay ahead of those shifts and scale wisely. Adopting new technologies like …
Holo closes $22mln funding round to scale regional fintech
Dubai, UAE – Holo, a fintech platform reinventing how people buy homes in the UAE, has announced that it has raised $22 million in one of the largest Series A rounds in the GCC in 2025. The investment …
Middle East Startups Double Fundraising to Defy Slowdown
Startups in the Middle East nearly doubled their fundraising in the first half of the year, with $1.35 billion in VC funding funneled to companies in the region. According to Philip Bahoshy, chief …
Is SoFi Technologies Stock a Millionaire-Maker?
A notable business in this space is SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI). The popular digital bank’s stock has soared 225% in the past year (as of Aug. 19). Just in the last four months, shares have …
1 Reason Every Investor Should Know About SoFi Technologies (SOFI)
The financial services industry is massive, with large banks commanding a strong position. However, SoFi is becoming a highly regarded brand. And the company’s huge growth is one reason investors need …
Wally the Emotional Support Alligator Is Missing, Owner Says
Wally the viral emotional support alligator that helps kids with disabilities was stolen from his pen in Brunswick, Georgia on Sunday, April 21, the alligator’s owner Joie Henney shared on social …
Fintech firm Aspiration Partners’ co-founder pleads guilty to …
The co-founder of a fintech firm formerly known as Aspiration Partners Inc, and which was backed by actors Robert Downey Jr. and Leonardo DiCaprio, has pleaded guilty to defrauding investors and …
An Engineer Shares Why a Fintech Degree Was One of His Best Decisions …
Christian Hollar is a recent graduate of Duke’s Master of Engineering in Fintech program. He said the field offers growth and keeps his skills sharp.
KPMG Says Investor Interest in Digital Assets Will Drive Strong Second Half for Canadian Fintechs
Despite a global investment slowdown, Canadian investors are likely to continue their focus on blockchain and AI-driven fintech firms.
The 50 Hottest Fintech Startups In 2025 – Forbes
Even as venture capital funding for the industry continued to fall in 2024, many fintechs–especially those serving other businesses—flourished. Here’s the Forbes Fintech 50 for 2025.
Dubai FinTech Summit set to bring together over 8,000 … – Emirates24|7
Dubai FinTech Summit set to bring together over 8,000 global leaders to drive the future of finance Published Sunday, November 12, 2023 By E247 …
Dev Technosys UAE Accelerates Startup Success With Innovative Digital Solutions
August 21, 2025 1:11 am – Dev Technosys UAE empowers startups and enterprises with agile MVP development services, enabling faster product validation …
Mastercard, SimpliFi collaborate to expand digital payment solutions in …
The collaboration will leverage SimpliFi’s innovative technology in a seamless manner, thereby significantly reducing time and costs typically associated with card initiatives. Through introducing …
McKinsey Alumni-Founded Dubai Fintech Rides Mideast Startup Boom – MSN
In the first half of 2025, startups in the region nearly doubled their fundraising to $1.35 billion, led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, according to data platform Magnitt.
NymCard joins Visa’s Fintech fast track program in MENA – ZAWYA
United Arab Emirates: – MENA-based BaaS provider of embedded finance NymCard has formed a strategic collaboration with Visa in the Middle East that will allow NymCard’s network of fintech partners to …
Wally the emotional support alligator stolen, still missing
Wally the emotional support alligator went missing April 21. His handler, Joie Henney, was visiting friends in Brunswick, Georgia, when he returned from an early morning fishing trip.