Keywords: Fintech


Casablanca strengthens its global standing in financial centers ranking

Casablanca continues to reinforce its position as a leading financial hub in Africa, according to the latest edition of the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI). The Moroccan city ranked 49th globally among 120 financial centers, gaining seven places over the past year. This progress highlights......

Finance research in 2025 driven by ai adoption and sustainability trends

Finance research in 2025 is increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, sustainable investment strategies, and advanced data analytics. These developments reflect a broader shift toward more efficient, data-driven financial systems and environmentally aligned economic models. Artificial intelligence......

Cash Plus introduces QR code payment to boost digital transactions in Morocco

The Moroccan fintech company Cash Plus has introduced a new mobile payment solution based on QR code technology, marking another step in the digital transformation of local commerce across the country. The system, which became operational in January 2026, is designed to simplify everyday transactions......

World App introduces encrypted chat and crypto banking in major global rollout

The World App, developed by the team behind Worldcoin and co-founded by Sam Altman, has undergone a major transformation, evolving into a multifunctional platform that merges secure communication with financial services. The latest update introduces an encrypted chat service, digital banking features,......

European fintech startup Zazu secures $1 million to expand in Morocco and South Africa

European fintech startup Zazu has raised $1 million in pre-seed funding to accelerate its expansion into Morocco and South Africa, with plans for a broader Africa-wide rollout starting in 2026. The company, founded in 2024 by former Solarisbank executives Rinse Jacobs and Germain Bahri, offers an all-in-one......

Bank of England proposes framework to strengthen trust in stablecoins

The Bank of England (BoE) unveiled on Monday new proposals aimed at boosting public confidence in stablecoins, cryptocurrencies designed to maintain a stable value by being pegged to traditional currencies. These digital assets, seen as a potential revolution in payments by bypassing traditional......

SoFi reports record Q3 revenue and raises full-year outlook

SoFi Technologies delivered exceptional third-quarter 2025 results, posting a record adjusted net revenue of $950 million, far exceeding analysts’ expectations. The fintech company also raised its full-year guidance for the second time this year, reflecting strong momentum in digital banking as......

Bayt Mal Al Qods Acharif boosts Palestinian and Moroccan startups at Expand North Star 2025

The Expand North Star 2025 conference began today at Dubai Harbour, drawing thousands of entrepreneurs and investors eager to connect and secure funding for innovative ventures. Running for four days, the summit is part of the broader GITEX Global 2025 technology showcase, set to open its doors tomorrow......

Connected Banking Summit 2025 to explore the digital future of Saudi finance

The International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) has announced the 22nd edition of the Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025, set to take place in Riyadh on November 4. Themed “Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation, Transformation,......