Launched in 2023 under a Central Bank of Bahrain licence, stc pay has broadened from a consumer wallet into a service used for transfers, bill […]
Year: 2025
Astra Tech Rebrands PayBy to ‘botim money’ in Fintech-First Push
UAE-based consumer technology company Astra Tech officially rebranded PayBy, the platform powering the financial services within its botim app, to ‘botim money’. The move consolidates […]
Alipay Data Reveals New Cross-Border Tourism Hotspots and a Surge in Digital Payments
Cross-border travel by Chinese tourists surged during the country’s recent Golden Week holiday, with Alipay data pointing to evolving payment behaviour and the emergence of […]
Pleo Launches Multi-Currency Accounts to Shield European SMEs from Hidden FX Fees
Pleo, one of Europe’s leading spend management platforms, has launched multi-currency accounts, giving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) the power to hold and spend up […]
Visa Direct Pilots Stablecoin Prefunding to Modernise Cross-Border Business Payments
Visa launched a stablecoin prefunding pilot through its global money movement platform, Visa Direct, to provide businesses with a new way to fund cross-border payments. […]
Inside Bahrain’s Fintech Forward 2025: Integration Over Hype
At Bahrain’s third annual Fintech Forward, fintech’s grown-up era was clear: align with regulators, team with banks, ship things people use. Held on 8 to […]
India’s FinTechs told to prioritise underserved users
RBI Governor urges India’s FinTechs to build inclusive, accessible systems for all. Read more insights from GFF 2025.
Arcjet raises $8.3m to fight AI-driven cyberattacks
Arcjet secures $8.3m to expand its AI-powered in-code security platform. Discover how it’s reshaping cyber defence.
Sitehop raises £7.5m to boost quantum-safe encryption
Sitehop secures £7.5m to expand its quantum-safe encryption tech. Discover how the UK firm is redefining cybersecurity.
How Symphony is redefining client interaction in insurance
When an insurance client sends a message, every second counts. A delayed reply can cost trust, revenue, and even long-term loyalty. Symphony is helping insurers […]