Bookme is a Pakistani e-ticketing platform that offers online tickets for movies, events, flights and hotels Bookme founder eyes expansion further into Middle East, African countries after gaining foothold in Kingdom ISLAMABAD: The founder of Pakistani e-ticketing platform Bookme said this week the company expects to generate $20 million annually from its expansion into Saudi […]
Amazon Payment Services partners with Tamara to offer seamless split payments for merchants in the UAE and Saudi Arabia
The partnership comes at a time when consumers are increasingly seeking payment methods that deliver both flexibility and transparency. Seamless integration of Tamara will enable businesses in the UAE and KSA to provide flexible payment options, generate broader customer reach, and enhance customer conversion rates Merchants in the Amazon Payment Services network now have even […]
KAFD receives prestigious Guinness World Record for the world’s largest continuous pedestrian skywalk network
This recognition showcases KAFD’s commitment to setting new benchmarks in urban development. Riyadh—The King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC) announced that it was awarded a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest continuous pedestrian skyway network. This recognition showcases KAFD’s commitment to setting new benchmarks in urban development and its commitment […]
ACI Worldwide and iNet extend partnership to bolster fintech growth in Saudi Arabia
OMAHA, Neb. & RIYADH, Saudi Arabia- ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), an original innovator in global payments technology, today announced that iNet, the first independent Saudi Central Bank-licensed Network Service Provider (NSP), has joined ACI’s Retail Payment Solutions (RPS) for Postilion program to support the Kingdom’s rapidly growing fintech sector. Under this partnership, iNet will deploy and […]
Tesla officially opens its First Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Tesla today, announces the opening of its first Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, located on Takhassousi Rd. This reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s growing demand for electric vehicles and its commitment to sustainable transportation, in line with Saudi Vision 2030. On Thursday, June 26, the Tesla Center in Riyadh officially opens to the public. With […]
Jadwa Acquires Majority Stake in Leading Retailer Makhazen Alenaya Through its GCC Diversified Private Equity Fund
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 23 June 2025: Jadwa Investment, a leading investment management and advisory firm in the Middle East, today announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Makhazen Alenaya through its flagship blind-pool vehicle, Jadwa GCC Diversified Private Equity Fund. Founded in 2019, Makhazen is a fast-growing Saudi retail concept with 15 branches across […]
UK’s NayaOne Enters Saudi Market with AstroLabs, Launching First Fully Saudi-Hosted Fintech Platform
June 18, 2025, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: NayaOne, the Vendor Delivery Infrastructure (VDI) platform trusted by leading global banks and regulators, has launched the Kingdom’s first fully Saudi-hosted platform, marking its entry into Saudi Arabia with support from AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading business expansion platform. The deployment enables banks, insurers, and fintechs to design, test, and launch […]
Playbook partners with FinBursa to targets investment gaps for women in the GCC region and beyond
Playbook, the global learning and networking platform advancing the careers of women executives, has entered a strategic partnership with FinBursa, a global digital investment and fundraising platform focused on connecting capital seekers with qualified and sophisticated investors across private markets. This partnership is designed to close the information and access gap for women in investing by […]
Areej Obiedat Named Founding Community Leader for MENA Consultant Club
Areej Obiedat, a renowned expert in banking innovation, has been selected as one of the Founding Community Leaders for the MENA Consultant Club, an exclusive network bringing together 100 of the region’s most accomplished consultants. This appointment marks a significant milestone in her ongoing efforts to drive digital transformation and foster strategic growth within the […]
MoneyGram partners with tiqmo, one of Saudi Arabia’s fastest-growing digital wallets
As one of the largest cross-border remittance and payment networks in the world, MoneyGram was selected by tiqmo for its global scale and leadership in Saudi Arabia RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – MoneyGram, a leading global payments network for consumers, businesses and communities, today announced a partnership with tiqmo, the Most Rewarding Financial App in […]
