DOHA, Qatar: QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, announced the license approval has been received for a digital-first banking entity, ezbank, from the Central Bank of Egypt. This milestone reflects the Group’s commitment to supporting the Central Bank of Egypt’s vision for financial inclusion and digital transformation, as well […]
The license approval for ezbank is an important step in QNB Group’s ongoing efforts to transform the banking sector in the markets in which it operates, across over 28 countries in 3 continents. In co-operation with Ajlan & Bros. Holding Introducing a new model of customer-centric banking built around innovation, efficiency, and accessibility Providing innovative […]
Doha, Qatar – Ooredoo Fintech has announced its entry into PayPal World, marking a first-of-its-kind milestone for the region. This collaboration will connect Ooredoo’s consumers and merchants to nearly two billion users globally, unlocking seamless access to international markets. The partnership extends beyond payments, with a shared mission to empower individuals and businesses by providing […]
As the UAE and GCC continue to strengthen their position as global hubs for fintech, crypto, AI, and digital innovation, the demand for robust regulatory compliance and cybersecurity solutions has never been greater. At the forefront of this transformation is SecureVisa Group, founded by Mr. Amir A. Kolahzadeh. SecureVisa Group specializes in navigating complex multi-regulator licensing frameworks across VARA, SCA, […]
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s fastest-growing super-app and technology company, Snoonu, is delivering its support for the students and alumni of Qatar Foundation – in the form of a three-year partnership that will see it sponsor two of the organization’s major events. Snoonu will be among the sponsors of the Annual Qatar Foundation Alumni Forum 2025, which will […]
This notable development was enabled through the collaboration of a powerful consortium of partners. Doha – Qatar: Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), a leading onshore financial and business hub in the region, has launched a pioneering proof of concept (POC) under its Digital Asset Lab, marking a significant step forward in the application of blockchain technology to […]
Doha, Qatar: QNB KSA announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Sanad Pay, a leading Saudi fintech and licensed Point-of-Sale (POS) service provider, to introduce smart, cloud-based POS terminals that bring merchants seamless connectivity, modern design, and real-time analytics to enhance their business performance. The agreement marks the start of a collaboration aimed […]
By prioritising customer-centric approaches and digital innovation, banks in Qatar have solidified their position as leaders in digital development. Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s banking sector stands to benefit from the country’s strategic vision – the Third National Development Strategy (NDS-3) for 2024-30, which prioritises financial services for future development and diversification. The sector is embracing financial […]
The data highlights the deepening role of electronic transactions in Qatar’s financial system, spanning card payments, instant transfers, and mobile wallets. Doha: The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) reported strong growth in digital payments during July 2025, with a combined value of QR 16.133bn processed across 51.697 million transactions, according to figures the regulator published on […]
Doha: QNB has achieved another major milestone by becoming the first bank in the GCC to enable Digital Wallet acceptance through a single, unified integration on the Mastercard Gateway Hosted Checkout platform. The solution leverages Mastercard Gateway’s latest Hosted Checkout capability, where Digital Wallets are enabled through a single integration flow for both web and […]