digital payments

Mastercard launches cyber resilience center to enhance digital security in Saudi Arabia

Three pillars focus on education, best practices, and risk assessments to boost cyber defenses 

Abu Dhabi’s FAB first in MENA to adopt Oracle-Mastercard B2B virtual card solution

Partnership improves efficiency, security, financial transparency, and supplier relationships for clients 

Dubai Finance, DIFC partner to advance cashless strategy through governance, innovation 

Partnership includes workshops to implement best practices for a cashless economy across Dubai

Dubai government launches world’s first crypto payments for cashless services

Dubai Finance partners with Crypto.com to revolutionize government payments with cryptocurrencies

Visa and Whish Money partner to elevate digital payment solutions across Lebanon, international markets

The collaboration enables Whish Money to integrate Visa’s advanced payment technologies for improved services

Dubai DET, Visa partner to drive tourism growth and elevate visitor experience

Visa will support DET’s strategic objectives by leveraging VisaNet, the world’s largest global payments network

Gate Dubai secures full operational license from VARA, expands Middle East footprint

Gate Dubai is accelerating the expansion of its local team and preparing for its official launch

UAE MoHRE, ADIB launch instant digital wallet for corporate payments

Corporate customers can now make instant payments for MoHRE services through the new wallet 

New UAE stablecoin initiative to empower businesses with blockchain for seamless transactions

The stablecoin will be regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE, enhancing payment ease 

UAE central bank launches new Dirham symbol

Issuance of the Digital Dirham is expected to take place in the last quarter of 2025 for the retail sector

RTA’s nol system upgrade: 40 percent complete, enhancing Dubai’s transport future

The new system allows account creation, linking nol cards to wallets, and QR code ticket purchases

Ajman Transport launches first contactless bus payment system in UAE

Passengers can securely pay using bank cards, digital wallets, and wearables like smartwatches