Fluorescent face paint. Bunk beds in dormitories. Whisky served up in plastic buckets on moon-lit stretches of sand. It’s been two decades since my first visit to Thailand: the country was part of a year-long backpacking trip when my only financial concerns were when to splash out on a private room with aircon and when … Read more
Despite significant investments in cybersecurity, customers lack trust in the banking system’s ability to protect their data. “Trust is the bedrock of business. It transforms transactions into relationships and clients into loyal advocates.” According to Accenture’s recent Banking Consumer Study surveying 49,000 respondents across 39 countries, 58% of banking customers are concerned about the security … Read more
Are you looking for the easiest way to check your First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) account balance in the UAE? Whether you’re a salary cardholder or have a personal account, knowing how to check your balance instantly can help you stay on top of your finances. FAB offers several convenient options for balance enquiry, including … Read more
Paymentology has recently announced the opening of its new and expanded office in Dubai, marking a significant milestone in its continued investment across the Middle East. The leading global issuer-processor, Paymentology’s relocation displays it expanding regional footprint, driven by a fast-growing client base and rising demand for advanced, scalable payment infrastructure. With clients and partners … Read more
Wondering when your standing order will leave your account or reach the other side? It’s a common question, especially if you’re managing bills, rent, or regular transfers and want to avoid any surprises. This guide breaks down exactly what time standing orders go out, how long they take to process, what happens if your account … Read more
Retirement blogger Fritz Gilbert is trying to reduce his future tax burden, but it’s surprisingly harder than he thought.
To reverse the trend in payments fraud, regulators and the private sector must work together to expand how we define verification, writes Ben Turner, of Verituity.Adobe Stock The recent request for information, or RFI, from the Federal Reserve, FDIC and OCC signals a growing urgency among U.S. regulators to confront the rising tide of payments … Read more
Ovasave has completed its pre-seed round, raising $1.2 million from a mix of regional and international investors. Ovasave-A, a Hub71 Femtech Startup focused on fertility and hormonal health, was ably supported in the funding round led by PlusVC, Annex Investments, and New York-based 25 Madison, with additional backing from UAE- and Saudi-based strategic angel investors … Read more
CellaVision Q2 2025 presentation: 7.6% organic growth amid mixed regional performance
We are excited to announce that our 2025 Hutterite Banking Institute will be held July 22–24 in Fargo, ND! We are centering the curriculum for this year’s class around opportunities outside of the typical grain and livestock enterprises that most colonies depend on today. As we’ve seen many colonies start a manufacturing business or simply … Read more