Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Google Pay launches in Lebanon and Oman, offering Android users secure contactless payments with dynamic virtual cards. Sohar International Bank leads adoption in Oman, complementing Apple Pay and Samsung Pay, aligning with Oman’s Vision 2040 digital transformation goals.
Google Pay launched in Oman and Lebanon, offering secure Android-based contactless payments. In Oman, Sohar International Bank enables usage, complementing Apple Pay and Samsung Pay in the country’s push toward a cashless economy.
BENEFIT revealed its 2025-2026 strategy focusing on SME payment solutions, cross-border interoperability, AI partnerships, and global expansion to strengthen Bahrain’s digital finance ecosystem.
Beyon Money Business and EazyPay have joined forces to launch a co-branded POS solution integrating digital wallet features with a trusted payment network, offering Bahrain’s merchants enhanced payment flexibility, real-time analytics, faster settlements, and new earnings opportunities, thereby advancing the country’s fintech ecosystem.
Pay10’s licensing by Bahrain’s Central Bank is a key step in expanding its fintech footprint, enabling it to offer real-time, mobile-first payment solutions integrated with Bahrain’s domestic rails. This supports the Kingdom’s financial inclusion goals amid rapid digital transaction growth. Pay10 targets SMEs underserved by traditional systems, providing a modern, scalable platform for diverse payment needs.
Google Pay has expanded to Lebanon and Oman, providing secure contactless payments on Android and Wear OS devices. The service integrates with Google Wallet, offering enhanced payment security via tokenization and dynamic codes.
Tawasul Transport and Mbank launched AE Coin, a UAE-dirham pegged stablecoin, enabling digital payments for Abu Dhabi taxi fares via the AEC Wallet app. The initiative supports the UAE’s smart mobility and digital government goals, with plans to broaden adoption across the country.
Vantage Payment Systems and Mastercard have partnered to boost Morocco’s digital payment ecosystem, introducing new Mastercard-branded cards, blockchain tokenization, and digital wallets. The collaboration enhances financial inclusion and aligns Morocco’s fintech scene with international standards amid increasing digital adoption.
NBB and Batelco have partnered to offer businesses in Bahrain integrated connectivity and payment solutions, combining Batelco’s corporate services with NBB GO’s mobile POS technology. This initiative aims to streamline operations, promote cashless payments, and support the country’s digital economy growth.
Mastercard and Vantage Payment Systems have partnered to expand digital payment technologies and financial inclusion in Morocco. The collaboration will enhance Mastercard card acceptance across multiple channels and introduce secure, advanced solutions such as tokenization and digital wallets, supporting Morocco’s growing digital economy.