Visa Reports Strong Growth in Digital Payments in Bangladesh, With Dhaka Leading the Way

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.

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Women Tech Quest 2025 Inspires Women to Lead the Digital Transformation in Pakistan’s IT and E-commerce Sectors

The 9th edition of Women Tech Quest (WTQ) held in Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore inspired women to lead in Pakistan’s IT and e-commerce sectors. The event featured competitions, keynote speeches, and discussions on leadership, digital transformation, and financial empowerment. Winners were recognized in testing, design, and coding categories.

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E-Commerce Surge in MENA: Logistics Providers Poised to Drive Growth Amidst Expanding Digital Landscape

MENA’s e-commerce market has surged by over 30% in 2024, driven by digital initiatives like Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the UAE’s Digital Economy Strategy. The growth is creating both opportunities and challenges for logistics providers, who must innovate with automation, regional fulfilment centres, and real-time tracking solutions.

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Bahrain’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce Launches E-Commerce Regulation Campaign

Bahrain’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce has launched a campaign to regulate e-commerce businesses, requiring registration of e-store links, secure payment methods, clear return policies, and timely deliveries. Non-compliance will lead to legal consequences, aiming to protect consumers, promote fair competition, and boost the country’s digital economy.

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FedEx Launches International Shipping Solution for E-commerce in UAE and Saudi Arabia

FedEx has launched its International Connect Plus (FICP) service in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, designed for e-commerce packages weighing up to 20 kg. The service combines speed and cost-effectiveness, offering day-definite delivery, digital tracking, flexible delivery options, and Picture Proof of Delivery (PPoD), empowering e-tailers to expand cross-border.

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