Six companies, including Valu and Beltone, received clearance to operate with digital tools, while insurance tech moves into the regulatory sandbox.

Backed by regional investors, the platform is scaling live-stream shopping and targeting deeper engagement in social commerce.

SAMA approved Lite Advanced Financial to offer e-wallet solutions as part of efforts to expand digital payments and financial inclusion.

The programme includes training, incubators, and funding mechanisms to accelerate AI integration in the private sector.

The system turns business licences into digital assets, enabling faster verification and integration with AI-driven processes.

The company is developing an AI-powered Earth observation system with up to 50 satellites.

Funding will support personalisation, programme expansion, and regional growth as demand rises for digital wellness tools.

The transition introduces a digital-first banking model focused on fintech partnerships, embedded finance, and expanded customer access.

In this episode of Behind the Startup, the founders of one of Egypt’s emerging fintech players unpack how they’re transforming fragmented SME operations into a unified financial system.

The deal integrates advanced encryption technologies into OPAQUE’s San Francisco-based platform, extending secure AI deployment across the full lifecycle.

The milestone highlights the expansion of digital investing in the UAE, supported by regulatory frameworks and increased access to financial tools for individual investors.

Investment rose sharply month-on-month, though overall funding remained lower than last year.