Qatar’s central bank will consider the topic of virtual currencies and there may be an opportunity in the future to introduce them in Qatar, Reuters reported.
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Preparing young Emiratis in AI is vital for UAE’s future, says minister
Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, member of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation and deputy managing Director, has revealed a new initiative that aims to equip the next generation of Emiratis with leadership skills.0 4185
UAE, Saudi Arabia plan to launch joint digital currency
The UAE is working with Saudi Arabia’s central bank to develop a joint digital currency to be used for cross-border transactions between the two nations.
Voice phishing incidents emerge in the UAE
Bankers are cautioning their customers against a new wave of voice phishing, also termed as, ‘vishing’, through which confidential data is obtained from customers fraudulently to deceive them.
On the safe side: Simple steps to online safety
Protecting yourself online may seem impossible, but following simple guidelines like enabling stronger and using strong passwords are key to online safety.
UAE Mashreq Bank deploys SelfServ 82 omnichannel ATM solution
The SelfServ 80 series delivers the omni-channel experience whilst ensuring reliable and secure access to cash for consumers.
DIFC pledges to triple support for FinTech in 2018
In addition to Fintech Hive, DIFC will be introducing two new programmes that focuses on RegTech and InsurTech in 2018.
Emirates NBD selects Gemalto’s ‘Smart Pass’ for enhanced mobile security
Emirates NBD’s online and mobile channels now enable customers to perform over 100 different transactions – all of which are set to be enhanced through Gemalto’s latest offering
Emirates NBD debuts FaceBanking service
Emirates NBD has launched FaceBanking, a new service that will offer the bank’s customers instant video and live chat with advisors on its revamped Online Banking platform as well on the Mobile Banking App.
OMA Emirates enhances Mashreq POS terminals
OMA Emirates has recently completed the deployment of Ingenico Point of Sale (POS) terminals for Mashreq Bank in the UAE.
EastNets adopts AI tech to minimise financial fraud
EastNets, a provider of global compliance, risk and payments solutions, has integrated artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities across its family of solutions.