Mastercard has signed on NymCard, a plug-and-play banking-as-a-service (BaaS) provider, as a principal issuer in the UAE. It’s the the first time a fintech in the UAE has been licensed to issue …
Dubai-based Fintech Sarwa Secures $8.4 Million via Series A Round Led by Kuwait Projects Company
It has been established by co-founders Mark Chahwan … “KIPCO is delighted to be making its first fintech investment in Sarwa, which shares our belief in the need to encourage more people …
Why Dangote refinery imports more crude oil from US
Dangote Petroluem Refinery has looked to the United States for crude oil as its processing level increases while Nigeria struggle to meet its OPEC quota.
Mastercard (MA), NymCard to Aid UAE Fintechs Issue MA Cards
License extension by Mastercard to NymCard reinforces MA’s endeavor to contribute to the rapidly growing fintech market, where there is a significant need to devise and launch enhanced payment …
What to wear in the UAE: tips for understanding (and mastering) modest fashion
When Dubai content creator Jacquelyn Bagan recently uploaded a video to Instagram sharing her thoughts on modest dressing for women at Dubai Mall, she couldn’t have imagined her post would go viral, …
Fintech Xpence launches expenses management solution in UAE with Visa
Supplied Dubai: Xpence, a fintech platform for SMEs, has launched its expenses management solution in the UAE, the second of five markets where it is now live in the last 18 months. The company is …
Mastercard, SimpliFi collaborate to expand digital payment solutions in MENAP
SimpliFi, a Cards as a Service (CaaS) platform for MENA and Pakistan, announced a partnership with Mastercard to enhance digital payment adoption in the MENAP region. The strategic partnership will …
Dubai Customs develops Customs Intelligence
Dubai Customs has announced that it is about to complete the development of the Intelligence Department work by launching a Risk Management Unit, and this is one of the key objectives of the …
Russian Plot to Buy Arctic Ship Through Fake Dubai Front Exposed
A quiet ship sale in northern Norway almost turned into an international scandal. A Russian adventure cruise company, Morskaya Praktika, tried to secretly buy a Norwegian ship by pretending to be …
Wise plc: Beautifully Executed Fintech Now Moving To The U.S.
Wise plc stands out in fintech with strong growth, profitability, and a clear model. Explore its upcoming U.S. listing and what that means to WPLCF stock.
Renowned surgeon launches Abu Dhabi clinic to transform care for amputees
A pioneering orthopaedic surgeon who has dedicated his career to advancing prosthetic care around the world has a new mission to support amputee patients in the UAE.Prof Munjed Al Muderis, a renowned …
Money & Me: ‘Seeing our business break even has been a milestone’
Sisters Chandini and Chanchal Guria came together to work on their passion for health and bootstrapped their business, Ekaya Wellness Studio, in Dubai last year. The yoga and Pilates instructors …
UAE Golden Visa vs top EU residency programs (Portugal, Greece, Malta & more): which one works best for you?
Golden Visa and Citizenship by Investment programs offer pathways to global mobility and financial security. The UAE’s Golden Visa provides flexible residency and tax advantages, while European …
Living in Dubai, 1 year later.
Is Dubai really worth the hype — or just a tax haven for influencers? After one full year of living in Dubai, this creator breaks down the real pros and cons of life in the UAE — from safety, cost of …
Cold War Tactics Return: Norwegian Ship Sale Thwarted After Russian Plot Disguised as UAE Deal Exposed
A quiet ship sale in northern Norway almost turned into an international scandal. A Russian adventure cruise company, Morskaya Praktika, tried to secretly buy a Norwegian ship by pretending to be …
UAE: Eid Al Adha prayers in ‘hidden’ mosque in Abu Dhabi bring community to life
With the first rays of sunlight, the lengthy yard behind high-rises in Mina Street in Abu Dhabi to life. Men in traditional clothing, women in colourful abayas, and children clinging to parents or …
Revolutionizing Alternative Lending: Beehive’s Technological Advancement
Beehive has rapidly grown into a leading disruptor in the fintech industry, providing an alternative finance solution for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In May 2023, e& enterprise …