Author: Mahdeehassan

A brand-new Technology Stage will debut this September at SBC Summit 2025, running from 16 to 18 September at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL), bringing breakthrough innovation into the spotlight. With more than 30,000 delegates set to attend, the summit’s new Technology Stage will explore the pivotal role of tech innovation in modern iGaming. Expert-led panels will examine the digital evolution of the sector, offering real-world strategies for improving user experience, optimising operations, and ensuring regulatory readiness. Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, said: “Growth, efficiency, and compliance now rely on smart innovation. The new Technology Stage is our answer to that shift.…

Abu Dhabi, UAE – In line with its commitment to empowering entrepreneurs in sustainable and high-potential sectors, the Emirates Entrepreneurship Association has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo – Expo Dubai 2025 during the EEA Entrepreneurs Forum in Abu Dhabi, the region’s premier event for organic and natural food, cosmetics, and health products. The MoU establishes a framework for collaboration to support entrepreneurs entering the organic and natural products sector while promoting sustainable business models aligned with the UAE’s environmental and economic goals. The agreement was signed by Mr. Jassim Al Shikar,…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — American Express Middle East (AEME) announces that more than 13,000 taxis in Dubai operated by Franchised companies licensed by Dubai RTA (National Taxi, Arabia Taxi, Kabi Taxi, Dubai Taxi Corporation, and Metro Taxi) are newly accepting American Express payments. The agreement with Franchise companies provides greater payment choice and convenience for both local and international American Express Card Members. It also increases the number of locations accepting American Express in the UAE, highlighting American Express’ commitment to broadening acceptance options for local and international Card Members. Globally, American Express has tripled the number of accepting merchants…

M. O. Group, a leading Egyptian confectionery manufacturer, is participating for the third year in a row in the prestigious Fancy Food Show in New York. The three-day event features 45 Egyptian companies from various segments of the food industry and is organized in coordination with the Egyptian General Organization for Exhibitions and Conferences and the Food Export Council.U.S. Market: A Strategic Gateway for Global ExpansionHamdy Elabrak, Chairman of M. O. Group, emphasized the significance of the American market, stating:“The U.S. market has immense purchasing power and serves as a pivotal launchpad for our global expansion strategy.”He added that the…

Dividend Gate Capital held its Annual General Meeting and Extraordinary General Meeting for 2025, during which it reviewed the Group’s financial performance and deliberated on its strategic roadmap for the coming period. During the meeting, shareholders reviewed and approved the Board of Directors’ report and the consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended 31 March 2025, which highlighted significant 29% net profit, reflecting 11% year-on-year growth. The Board of Directors also approved the distribution of 9% cash dividends to shareholders and endorsed the allocation of the remaining balance to retained earnings on the company’s balance sheet In addition, the…

SBC Summit 2025 will debut two new conference stages – Global Markets and Emerging Markets – targeting region-specific insights as the event prepares to welcome over 30,000 attendees from more than 130 countries from September 16-18. Following sharp international growth in 2024, with Latin America attendance up 126%, Asia up 80% with delegates from 30 countries, Africa up 45% with 29 nations represented, and North America up 127%, two additional conference stages were introduced to meet the event’s expanding global appeal. Each stage will deliver targeted, actionable insights and create market-specific networking opportunities for delegates operating across the covered jurisdictions. Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO…

Dubai, UAE: ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) delivered a series of high-impact events in Dubai this month, demonstrating its commitment to shaping a digitally enabled, future-ready finance profession across the Middle East. Three landmark engagements brought together senior government leaders, top employers, academics and finance professionals from across the region: Lucia Real-Martin, Executive Director, Relationships at ACCA, attended all three events and delivered a keynote speech at Financially Speaking. Driving digital transformation in finance Held in collaboration with PwC, Financially Speaking aligned with the UAE’s National AI Strategy 2031 and the findings of ACCA’s Global Talent Trends 2025, which highlights…

Manama, Bahrain – In a pioneering move set to reshape fintech innovation in the UAE, Mawarid Finance and Arab Financial Services (AFS) today signed a strategic agreement to launch an integrated Fintech Enablement Hub, a unified platform designed to empower fintechs with seamless access to regulated infrastructure and next-generation digital capabilities. This collaboration combines global technology leadership, BIN sponsorship, and advanced processing capabilities into one integrated framework. The initiative simplifies how fintechs bring card programs to market by merging scheme connectivity, issuing, processing, and enablement tools onto a single, frictionless platform. The partnership leverages Mastercard Product Express, a platform designed for fintechs,…

Manama, Bahrain – This week’s BD 70 million issue of Government Treasury Bills has been fully subscribed by 128% The bills, carrying a maturity of 91 days, are issued by the CBB, on behalf of the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The issue date of the bills is 2nd July 2025, and the maturity date is 1st October 2025. The weighted average rate of interest is 5.42% compared to 5.37% of the previous issue on 25th June 2025. The approximate average price for the issue was 98.648% with the lowest accepted price being 98.628%. This is issue No.2076 (ISIN BH0001U368Z8) of Government…

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: New Murabba, a Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with South Korean tech giant, NAVER Cloud Corporation, for its 14 sq km mixed-use urban destination development currently under construction in Riyadh, KSA. The agreement was signed by New Murabba CEO Michael Dyke, during the company’s Investment and Partnership Forum, taking place this week in Seoul, South Korea. The three-year agreement covers exploring innovative technology and automation to support the delivery of New Murabba, including robotics, autonomous vehicles, a smart city platform, and digital solutions for monitoring construction progress. Speaking in Seoul, New…