Dubai, UAE: Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has announced the launch of a new service for its UAE-based Egyptian customers. For the first time, UAE-based customers of Egyptian nationality can open accounts with Mashreq Egypt instantly, fully remotely, and enjoy a single view of their accounts and transfer money in […]
Muscat: Reinforcing its position as one of the Sultanate’s most dynamic and trusted financial institutions, Sohar International has been recognized as the ‘Best Brand in Oman’ at the prestigious Alam Al-Iktisaad Top Brands in Oman Awards 2026. This accolade highlights the Bank’s continued success in cultivating a powerful, future-ready brand built on innovation, trust, and a […]
Dubai, UAE: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced a business continuity initiative designed to ensure small businesses, startups, and founders remain connected, productive, and resilient during both stable and challenging times. Recognizing that business success depends on reliable, uninterrupted connectivity, du is strengthening its commitment to the business community through a multi-faceted […]
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Ooredoo Fintech has announced the appointment of Noor Al Lawati as its first female Country Head for Oman, reinforcing its commitment to regional growth, local leadership, and women empowerment. An accomplished Omani professional, Noor Al Lawati brings extensive market expertise and a strong vision to drive innovation and […]
Abu Dhabi, UAE, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution, has reaffirmed its role as a key enabler of large-scale real estate development through its strategic partnership with Jubail Investment Company (JIC). The Jubail Island project, solely financed by ADIB from inception through to completion, reflects the Bank’s integrated approach to supporting landmark […]
Saudi Central Bank grants Major Payment Institution license, marking a defining moment for the Kingdom’s financial infrastructure Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — [March 26th, 2026] — Lean Technologies, the MENA region’s leading financial infrastructure provider, has been granted the first Major Payment Institution license by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), to provide Open Banking services in […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Sahm App, a trading platform licensed by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) has ranked No. 1 in the Finance category on the Saudi App Store as of March 2025, underscoring the platform’s sustained users growth and the rising momentum of retail investing in the kingdom. This milestone comes against […]
Saudi-based edtech startup GAGA has secured $2.5 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Phoenix Venture Partners, with participation from family offices and individual investors. The latest investment brings the company’s total funding to $4.2 million. Founded in 2021 by Abdullah Alkharsani and Eyad Alshabaan, GAGA delivers live, interactive online education for students […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia-based quick-commerce startup Ninja is evaluating an initial public offering (IPO) in Riyadh, as it looks to capitalise on strong growth and rising investor interest in the Kingdom’s technology sector. Founded in 2022, Ninja operates an online supermarket platform offering rapid delivery of groceries, medicines, and everyday essentials across Saudi […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Sahm App, a CMA-regulated trading platform, today announced the launch of its Saudi stock investment services for retail investors worldwide, expanding international access to the Saudi capital market through a single, unified platform. The launch follows the Capital Market Authority’s (CMA) announcement on 6 January 2026 to open the Saudi capital market […]