The great digital shift has enabled all sorts of merchants, particularly small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), to move beyond their home territories and cross borders to tap new markets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...
The Egyptian Ministry of Finance has said there are 3,000 companies that have joined the state-run e-invoice platform e-finance for Digital and Financial Investments, a report says. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
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In today’s top Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) news, the European Union could fine Apple $2.7 billion over its near-field communications (NFC) chip technology, and Google pledges $1 billion to boost internet and startups in Africa. Plus, Berlin-based firm Swarm Markets targets the...
Qatar National Bank (QNB) has unveiled its global cross-border payment strategy, which is happening through a partnership with the blockchain solutions provider Ripple. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...
In the digital age, disintermediating the “hopscotch” between banks as payments make their way across the globe can have positive ripple effects. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has seen the biggest rate of adoption of contactless payments in the Middle East and North Africa and ahead of Hong Kong and Canada, with 94 percent, a report from the Saudi Gazette says. Get the Full Story Complete the...
Cross-border transactions are picking up steam, especially amid the pandemic. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...
A digital sharing platform is being developed by Singapore’s central bank in a move to help fight money laundering and other financial maneuvers that fund illegal activity. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...