Visa has partnered with Fonepay to introduce Scan to Pay in Nepal, allowing international travelers to make secure payments at over 1.5 million merchants using their Visa cards via Fonepay’s QR code system. This collaboration enhances the digital payment experience for tourists and supports financial inclusion in Nepal.
Visa has partnered with Google to enable Visa cardholders in Jordan to add their cards to Google Wallet, supporting contactless payments via Android and Wear OS devices. This integration promotes the adoption of digital payments, enhancing security and convenience for locals and tourists, while advancing Jordan’s cashless transaction shift.
Google Pay will officially launch in Pakistan on March 12th, marking a major step towards a cashless economy. The platform will integrate with local banks and fintechs, providing a fast, secure way for consumers and businesses to make payments, transfer money, and manage transactions from their smartphones.
Visa has launched the Tap-to-Add Card feature in Egypt, allowing cardholders to easily add Visa contactless cards to digital wallets with a simple tap. This innovation enhances security by eliminating manual entry and offers a faster, safer alternative to traditional methods, supporting Egypt’s digital payment landscape and cashless goals.
Fintech Galaxy and ProgressSoft have partnered to promote Open Banking adoption and ensure regulatory compliance across the MENA region. The collaboration enhances financial institutions’ ability to simplify compliance, boost digital transactions, and integrate Open Banking into existing financial systems, driving innovation and scalability in the sector.
ORA Technologies, a Morocco-based superapp, has raised $1.9 million in a pre-Series A round, bringing its total funding to $4.4 million. The company plans to expand its financial services platform, ORA Cash, and e-commerce marketplace, KooulMaroc, aiming to enhance digital payments and financial inclusion in Morocco.
Visa’s 2024 report shows a surge in digital payments in Bangladesh, with a 14% increase in spending and 17% rise in transactions. Dhaka leads the growth, while other cities like Gazipur and Rajshahi also show rising adoption. Contactless payments and e-commerce transactions are key drivers in this shift.
LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025 will recognize top innovations in digital payments across Sri Lanka’s financial sector. The awards aim to honor institutions driving digital transformation, financial inclusivity, and customer convenience. Categories include excellence in mobile applications, retail payments, and government digital payments, with the event supported by major global partners.
PayTabs Group has acquired a majority stake in PayTabs Egypt, expanding its digital payment solutions in the country. The acquisition will enhance PayTabs’ ability to support local businesses, financial inclusion, and Egypt’s transition to a cashless society, while continuing to strengthen its position as a regional leader in digital payments.
Visa’s report highlights Bangladesh’s growing digital payment adoption, with 14% increased spending and 17% more transactions in 2024. Dhaka leads this growth, while other cities like Gazipur and Rajshahi also show progress. Online and contactless payments drive the shift, with strong growth in both domestic and international transactions.
