Fintech News Middle East

24/12/2025

Looking for key fintech events in North Africa to attend in 2026? Our latest newsletter breaks them down along with other important fintech news and insights. Read here: https://bit.ly/3Y5wtIJ

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23/12/2025

Kick off 2026 at the Asian Financial Forum (AFF)!

Join global leaders in Hong Kong to discuss the future of finance, tech, and investment. It's the first major industry event on our calendar for the new year.

Early Bird discount extended until December 26! Register now: https://bit.ly/4pNoVpQ

23/12/2025

The directory intends to serve as a comprehensive list of fintech companies and startups operating in the United Arab Emirates.

Check out here: https://fintechnews.ae/list-fintech-startup-uae-fintech-companies-dubai-abu-dhabi-directory/

UAE Fintech Directory - Here is the list of all fintech companies and startups operating in the United Arab Emirates, including Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Explore the fintech ecosystem with local and international players.

22/12/2025

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year! 🎅✨

May the festive season bring joy to your home and the coming year bring success to all your endeavors. See you in 2026!

22/12/2025

2025 Fintech Review: Saudi Arabia Surpasses Targets, Cashless Transactions Surge, Digital Banking Expands https://fintechnews.ae/29470/fintech-saudi-arabia/2025-fintech-review-saudi-arabia-surpasses-targets-cashless-transactions-surge-digital-banking-expands/

Cashless transactions, digital banking, and the expansion of data centers were major themes in Saudi Arabia’s fintech industry in 2025.

22/12/2025

2025 in Review: AI, Tokenization, Islamic Finance, Dominate UAE Fintech Landscape https://fintechnews.ae/29466/abudhabi/2025-in-review-ai-tokenization-islamic-finance-dominate-uae-fintech-landscape/

AI, tokenization, digital assets and Islamic finance were top themes in the UAE’s fintech sector in 2025.

22/12/2025

These event are expected to bring together top decision-makers, regulators, and innovators to shape the future of the sector, foster cross-border collaboration, and advance Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation objectives.

Read here: https://fintechnews.ae/28584/events/top-9-fintech-events-to-attend-in-saudi-arabia-in-2026/

A curated list of the top fintech events and conferences taking place in the last quarter of 2025 and 2026 in Saudi Arabia.

22/12/2025

Dubai Plans to Become Fully Cashless by 2026 https://fintechnews.ae/29477/fintechdubai/dubai-cashless-2026/

Dubai plans to go fully cashless by 2026, with 90% of transactions digital and AI-driven payments boosting convenience and growth.

22/12/2025

These companies are facilitating real-estate transactions, streamlining property management and rental processes, and improving construction efficiency through greater project visibility and insights.

Read here: https://fintechnews.ae/29110/fintech/top-proptech-startups-in-the-middle-east/

These companies, which include Huspy, Property Finder, and Rize, are facilitating real-estate transactions, streamlining property management and rental processes, and improving construction efficiency through greater project visibility and insights.

22/12/2025

QCB’s Himyan Card Now Accepted in Kuwait https://fintechnews.ae/29480/kuwait/qcb-himyan-card-kuwait/

Qatar Central Bank’s Himyan card is now accepted in Kuwait, allowing cardholders to make purchases and withdraw cash securely.

19/12/2025

MoneyHash Teams Up with Mastercard to Streamline Payments https://fintechnews.ae/29462/fintech/moneyhash-mastercard-payments-middle-east-africa/

MoneyHash partners with Mastercard to simplify payments and optimise transactions across the Middle East and Africa.