FICO and Tech Mahindra have entered into a global partnership to support banks, financial services and insurance (BFSI) institutions in accelerating core banking modernisation and AI-driven decisioning. Under the partnership, Tech Mahindra will establish a dedicated Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the FICO Platform, designed to help financial institutions unify fragmented decisioning systems into a
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has brought into force updates to its Crypto Token regulatory framework in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), introducing a key change in how crypto assets are assessed for regulatory suitability. Under the revised framework, in effect from 12 January 2026, firms providing financial services involving Crypto Tokens are
Toufic Koussa, Co-Founder and CEO of Whish Money, stands at the forefront of a financial revolution. Leading one of the region’s most dynamic fintech companies, he is reshaping how people spend, save, and access money across Lebanon and beyond. With a visionary mindset and a deep sense of purpose, Toufic is building technology that solves
Janus Henderson Investors has released the findings of its 2025 Investor Survey – Retirement Income and Planning,which seeks to better understand how affluent US investors aged 50 or older are preparing for and managing retirement income. Nearly three-quarters of the investors surveyed (73%) are concerned about the impact of recent market volatility on their ability
Solid economic growth linked to government investment in non-oil-related sectors will over the next 12 to 18 months support the profitability of GCC insurers, according to Moody’s Ratings. The industry will also benefit from the spread of compulsory insurance and rising demand for health and life cover, Moody’s said in a report recently. Larger insurers
Ziina, a leading licensed UAE fintech platform offering both acquiring and issuing, announces the launch of Ziina Card, its first digital card powered by Visa. Available directly within Apple Wallet, Ziina Card transforms a user’s Ziina balance into instant spending power, enabling both individuals and businesses to spend money the moment it is received. By
The number of individual investment portfolios in Saudi Arabia’s main stock market rose by 13.5% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, reaching 13,562,817 portfolios, an increase of 1,611,246 compared to 11,951,571 portfolios in Q1 2024, according to the Capital Market Authority’s quarterly statistical bulletin. On a quarterly basis, portfolio numbers grew by 3.6% compared
A veteran insurance leader whose journey has been defined by dedication and innovation, expansion, Takayuki Ueda comes with a strong background in sales and distribution in multiple geographies and a rich understanding of global market behaviours. Currently the MD and CEO of Toyota Tsusho Insurance Broker India, Ueda uses his knowledge and experience to foster
In a world where investors often gravitate toward predictability and stability, the most transformative opportunities frequently emerge from less expected places. Ukraine, despite its ongoing challenges, is rapidly positioning itself as one of the most compelling investment destinations globally — especially for those with a long-term strategic vision. Since the beginning of the full-scale Russian
As the blockchain and Web3 ecosystems continue to evolve rapidly, security remains a critical challenge. Millions of dollars are lost every year due to vulnerabilities in smart contracts and decentralized applications, exposing the urgent need for proactive, continuous protection. Himanshu Gautam, Co-founder and CTO of SecureDApp, shares his insights on how specialized security solutions are
