NBP partners with Istiqeme to expand digital payments in Pakistan
The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has partnered with Istiqeme to strengthen and expand digital payment capabilities, as the country…
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Jordan’s fintech ecosystem gains momentum amid digital transformation push
Jordan’s fintech ecosystem is showing steady growth in 2026, driven by increasing digital adoption, regulatory support, and rising demand for…
Alibaba enters Pakistan’s financial sector as SECP grants license to COCO Tech
Alibaba has entered Pakistan’s financial services sector following the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) granting a license to…
MEA Experience Informs Fintech Growth Strategy for North American Markets, Says Ali Tahir
Ali Tahir, a marketing and growth strategist with an extensive background spanning Middle Eastern markets, is applying lessons from one…
Egypt’s Lucky Raises $23M Series B for Digital Credit and North Africa Expansion
Egyptian fintech Lucky has closed a $23 million Series B round — a mix of equity and debt — to…
National Bank of Oman and Ooredoo Fintech Sign MoU on Digital Wallet and Payment Services
The National Bank of Oman and Ooredoo Fintech have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a joint digital financial…
SCT and City Tech Group partner to launch integrated FinPOS payment solution in Nepal
SmartChoice Technologies (SCT), Nepal’s first integrated shared switching payment network, has announced a strategic partnership with CityTech Group Pvt. Ltd….
Egypt’s mylo integrates InstaPay for installment repayments as digital payments infrastructure deepens
Egyptian consumer finance company mylo has enabled customers to repay installments through the InstaPay financial services app, using their mobile…
Tunisie Telecom Enters Fintech Space with Launch of Kashy Mobile Wallet
Tunisie Telecom launches Kashy mobile wallet, expanding into fintech and supporting Tunisia’s shift toward a cashless digital economy.
Sudan Leverages USSD to Expand Banking Access to the Unconnected
Sudan introduces USSD-based banking to expand financial access for underserved populations, reinforcing the role of low-tech solutions in advancing digital inclusion across Africa.