Tpay secures license with NTRA to offer direct mobile payments for government services in Egypt

tpay secures license with NTRA to offer direct mobile payments for government services in Egypt

Cairo, Egypt –  In a move aimed at promoting financial inclusion and providing new payment channels for all segments of Egyptian society, tpay, the leading value-added services provider, announced today the signing of Egypt’s first license with the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) to offer Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) for government payments. This milestone represents a […]

Egypt’s Fawry Establishes New Holding Company to Drive Expansion and Consolidate Subsidiaries

Egypt’s Fawry Establishes New Holding Company to Drive Expansion and Consolidate Subsidiaries

Cairo, Egypt – Egypt’s fintech giant Fawry for Banking Technology and Electronic Payment has announced the establishment of Fawry Holding for Financial Investment, a new umbrella entity designed to expand the company’s investment portfolio and bring all of its subsidiaries under a unified structure. The new holding company launches with an authorized capital of EGP […]

Askari Bank and Autosoft Dynamics Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Lending

Askari Bank and Autosoft Dynamics Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Lending

Islamabad, December 1, 2025: Askari Bank Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with Autosoft Dynamics (Pvt.) Limited, a leading provider of banking technology solutions, to implement a state-of-the-art Digital Lending and Loan Origination System (LOS). This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the Bank’s digital transformation journey and reinforces its commitment to redefining customer […]

CI Capital Asset Management Closes “Gold Misr” Fund With with Prizes

CI Capital Asset Management Closes “Gold Misr” Fund With with Prizes

Cairo, Egypt: CI Capital Asset Management (CIAM), a subsidiary of CI Capital Holding (CICH.CA) – a diversified financial services group – owned by Banque Misr, announced the successful closing of the “Gold Misr” Fund.  The Shariah-compliant gold investment fund with cumulative daily returns and prize draws, has exceeded expectations with a subscription coverage of more than […]

Visa Stay Secure Study: 96% of Consumers in Egypt Proactively Safeguard Digital Payments

Visa Stay Secure Study: 96% of Consumers in Egypt Proactively Safeguard Digital Payments

76% trust digital payments; 86% anticipate increased usage in the next 12 months 85% are likely to act on messages commonly used by scammers, including clicking on a link or responding to the sender Cairo, Egypt, 20 November 2025: A recent study commissioned by Visa highlights strong consumer awareness and adoption of digital payment security […]

Basata Financial Holding and Edge Holding Partners to Accelerate Financial Inclusion in Egyp

Basata Financial Holding and Edge Holding Partners to Accelerate Financial Inclusion in Egyp

Cairo: Basata Financial Holding and Edge Holding for Investments are proud to announce a new strategic partnership in Basata Microfinance, one of Egypt’s leading players in the microfinance sector. Under the terms of the agreement, Edge Holding will acquire, through a capital increase, a 30% equity stake in Basata Microfinance and assume management responsibilities to support […]

Telda Brings Apple Pay to Egypt, Expanding Secure and Contactless Payments for Customers

Telda Brings Apple Pay to Egypt, Expanding Secure and Contactless Payments for Customers

Cairo, Egypt — Telda, Egypt’s leading digital financial platform, today brings its customers Apple Pay, a safer, more secure and private way to pay that helps customers avoid handing their payment card to someone else, touching physical buttons or exchanging cash — and uses the power of iPhone to protect every transaction. Customers simply hold their […]

e& money and Contact Financial Holding Partner to Redefine Digital Consumer Finance in Egypt

e& money and Contact Financial Holding Partner to Redefine Digital Consumer Finance in Egypt

Cairo: In a first-of-its-kind move for Egypt’s financial landscape, “e& money” announced a strategic partnership with Contact Financial Holding, setting a new benchmark in the fintech sector. The partnership is designed to elevate the consumer finance experience through cutting-edge digital solutions that integrate Contact’s financing solutions directly into “My e&” and “e& money” mobile applications, creating a seamless, end-to-end digital financing journey for customers. This partnership was […]

PayTabs Egypt and Valu Launch Merchant App to Elevate In-Store Payments Across Egypt

PayTabs Egypt and Valu Launch Merchant App to Elevate In-Store Payments Across Egypt

[Cairo, 12 October 2025] In a strategic collaboration aimed at accelerating Egypt’s digital payment transformation, PayTabs Egypt, an award-winning provider of payment orchestration infrastructure and digital payment solutions, has partnered with Valu, MENA’s leading universal financial technology powerhouse, to introduce the Valu merchant app. The app is a smart, contactless payment solution, thoughtfully designed and […]

Shaping the Future of Regulated Innovation in the UAE: Fintech News UAE Interviews Mr. Amir A. Kolahzadeh, Group CEO & Founder of SecureVisa Group & ITSEC

Shaping the Future of Regulated Innovation in the UAE: Fintech News UAE Interviews Mr. Amir A. Kolahzadeh, Group CEO & Founder of SecureVisa Group & ITSEC

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, […]