Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. Fintech—short for financial technology—is an emerging class of companies that use technology to automate and improve financial …
15 fun things to do in Dubai this week
It’s time to get out those planners and start scheduling; here are some contenders for the best things to do in Dubai this week. Go to Wild Wadi Waterpark for less Dive into a fun adventure when you …
Fintech’s Q1 M&A rebound
Even when excluding Capital One’s $35.3 billion Discover mega-deal, fintech tie-ups still showed a modest rebound in the first three months of 2024, returning to early 2022 levels.
Brazil’S Fintech Crunch
However, the fintech boom faces obstacles beyond default rates, including regulatory and economic challenges. Brazil leads in regulation, yet other Latin American countries are advancing in legal …
AI Integration in Banking Sector in Focus at Lagos Summit, Experts Discuss Impact
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in banking is the game-changer toward better service delivery. A congress held in Lagos under the theme “Non-Stop Banking Resilience Boosts Intelligence” focused on …
MBRIF backed startup Finanshels.com launches breakthrough AI WhatsApp service for hassle-free corporate tax registration in UAE
showcasing the UAE’s increasing adoption of fintech solutions that streamline business functions. Finanshels.com is leading this change by simplifying compliance and back-office tasks, contributing to …
Rocket Companies Is Materially Overpriced Considering The Interest Rate Outlook
Rocket is a mortgage banker, not a fintech, as its earnings are closely tied to its loan origination volume. Click here to read an analysis of RKT stock now.
New act announced for the Dubai Comedy Festival
April is looking like a month of great laughs in the emirate as the Dubai Comedy Festival returns. From Friday April 12 until Sunday April 21, some of the world’s most popular comedians will perform …
Katherine Ryan announced for the Dubai Comedy Festival
April is looking like a month of great laughs in the emirate as the Dubai Comedy Festival returns. From Friday April 12 until Sunday April 21, some of the world’s most popular comedians will perform …
Best Budgeting Apps of April 2024
50% off Simplifi and all Quicken products for all new customers (offer ends March 31, 2024) $3.99 monthly subscription or $47.88 annual subscription N/A N/A 50% off (offer ends March 31 …
Iftar time Dubai: What time is iftar on March 29 for Ramadan?
What time is iftar in Dubai? Today, on Friday March 29, Muslims in Dubai begin the fast at 4.56am and will end the fast at 6.37pm. That’s exactly 13 hours and 41 minutes of fasting. Throughout Ramadan …
Quicken Simplifi Review 2024
See how we rate banking products to write unbiased product reviews. Quicken Simplifi is one of the best budgeting apps out there, especially if you want to create a detailed monthly spending and …
16 fabulous things to do over the weekend
You guessed it; there’s another brilliant weekend packed full of great things to do in Dubai coming right up. This weekend, we are getting dressed up to the nines and heading to the races; the Dubai …
MANTRA Completes $11M Round Led by Shorooq Partners to Accelerate RWA Tokenization
MANTRA ($OM), the Layer 1 blockchain for Real World Assets (RWA), has announced the completion of a new funding round. Top venture and technology investor in the MENA region, Shorooq Partners, led the …
Green shoots in African fintech
Zoom in: Funding to African fintechs first rose above $1 billion in 2021, and has stayed at that watermark. The rapid rise of mobile payments in the market has drawn giants like Visa and Mastercard to …
MANTRA completes $11 million round led by Shorooq Partners to accelerate RWA Tokenisation
MANTRA ($OM) aims to make investing more accessible in the Middle East and Asia by boosting market liquidity and fostering growth …
MANTRA completes $11mln round led by Shorooq Partners to accelerate RWA tokenization
This aligns with the goals of both regions to lead in financial innovation, driving economic growth and prosperity in the region …