Category: Economy & Business
Mastercard Economics Institute: Rebound in Ground Travel for Some Markets in Middle East & Africa; International Travel Lags Behind
Global gas spending is up 13%* over 2019 peak, with increases also observed in Egypt and Nigeria,...
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The UAE took swift action, showcasing its robust responsibility to control maritime accidents and manage risks
Containing the fire at Jebel Ali Port Owing to years of pro-active planned preparation in...
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SWIFT to eliminate frictions in international payments by upfront verification of account details in real time
New service enables real-time payment validation to reduce errors, exceptions and costs caused by...
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What is a dark kitchen?
With restaurant deliveries soaring, an entirely new delivery and takeout business model emerged....
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EMKAN SURVEY REVEALS SHIFT IN CONSUMER SPENDING BEHAVIOUR AND ACCELERATION IN DIGITAL ADOPTION FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, July 7, 2021 – The economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic...
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Leveraging on the Latest Technology Cedar Roseto provide Business Risk Assessment Solutions to iXerv
Cedar Rose has entered into an agreement with iXerv to provide business information...
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Kaspersky delves into trends and risks surrounding cryptocurrencies
Technology has significantly impacted lives and economies over the last few years and is now...
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88% of consumers in Saudi Arabia will opt for digital banking services over visiting a physical branch post Covid-19
82% of respondents in KSA access digital banking services at least once a week 39% are...
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Bahrain Islamic Bank launches Future Leaders financial literacy program with Mastercard-branded wearable payments
Trendy, simple and secure digital pre-paid product for 7 to 18-year-olds is the first...
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Green finance surges in MENA region in first half of 2021, exceeding global growth rates
MENA green and sustainability-linked debt issuance reaches approximately $6.4...
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Digital transformation investment will continue in 2021; states reality check by Software AG
Transformation and investment remain common goals, but the best way to achieve them highlights...
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Finastra survey finds Banking as a Service (BaaS) set to make significant impact on financial services in next 12 months
90% of UAE respondents believe Banking as a Service (BaaS) will make an impact over the next...
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Sustainability and Digital Transformation Targets Are Driving Demand for Multi-Technical Service Contracts in Saudi Arabia’s USD 445 Million Market
Real-Time Analytics Enable Energy Performance and Condition-Based Maintenance Contracts, Says...
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Innovative Program to Create Work Opportunities for 1,150 Ivorian Women in the Energy Sector
US$1.4 million investment will help address gender imbalance in the country’s energy sector and...
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The Saudi Investment Bank: First bank in the Kingdom to adopt Cisco Innovative Technologies
Cisco’s innovative network infrastructure enables The Saudi Investment Bank to quickly adapt to...
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Wa’ed invests $1.5 million in IR4Lab, one of Saudi Arabia’s first blockchain technology providers
June 30, 2021 – IR4LAB, one of Saudi Arabia’s first blockchain companies whose solutions are...
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Refinitiv releases findings of 2021 Financial Crime in the Middle East and North Africa survey
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Refinitiv, a London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) business, today...
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Oracle Commits to Powering Its Global Operations with Renewable Energy by 2025
Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia —June 29, 2021 – Oracle expanded its commitment to sustainability by...
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After a year that disrupted the industry, global rankings show that fintech is thriving
More than 50 new cities and 20 new countries have been added to findexable’s Global Fintech...
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Schneider Electric Innovation Day 2021: Uncover the Power of Digitization in Driving Sustainability
Bringing together thought leaders to speak about how digitization is critical in driving business...
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