Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Vault22 has launched an AI-powered, Shariah-compliant wealth platform in the UAE, combining personalized financial insights with digital investment solutions.
SadaPay’s app outage was caused by a wider AWS Bahrain disruption, though user funds remain secure and key transaction services continue to function.
Tunisie Telecom launches Kashy mobile wallet, expanding into fintech and supporting Tunisia’s shift toward a cashless digital economy.
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.
Vodafone Egypt expands remittance capabilities through TapTap Send while Tunisie Telecom launches Kashy, signaling accelerating growth in Africa’s mobile payments ecosystem.
Vodafone Egypt and TapTap Send enable instant cross-border transfers to mobile wallets, boosting financial inclusion and digital remittance adoption.
Sudan is introducing USSD-based banking services to expand financial access, especially for users without reliable internet or smartphones.
Mynk launches in Morocco with a mobile-first wallet enabling instant peer-to-peer payments, bill payments, and digital transactions, supporting the country’s shift toward cashless financial ecosystems.
Arab Bank’s AB Xelerate partners with Fuze to explore regulated digital asset solutions in Jordan, supporting fintech innovation and aligning with the country’s economic modernisation strategy.
The UAE continues to strengthen its position as a global fintech hub, driven by advanced infrastructure, supportive regulations, and growing investment, with the market expected to reach $5.71 billion by 2029.