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Visa Champions Digital Payments at GITEX Africa 2025
Visa joins GITEX Africa 2025 as Financial Innovation Partner, showcasing payment innovations, fintech accelerator pitches, and the “Visa Connected Stadium” experience to support Africa’s digital transformation.
Wio Bank Launches 6% Interest Salary Plan to Boost Financial Wellness
Wio Bank introduces the Wio Personal Salary Plan, offering up to 6% interest and unique financial tools to help UAE residents grow wealth automatically and improve financial well-being.
Hawk Raises $56M Series C to Advance AI-Powered AML and Fraud Detection
AI-first anti-financial crime firm Hawk secures $56M to scale product innovation and US expansion, helping banks detect more crime and cut false positives.
Félix Raises $75M to Transform Remittances for Latino Immigrants with AI and Blockchain
Félix secures $75M Series B to expand AI-powered WhatsApp remittances across Latin America, using USDC and blockchain to cut costs and boost financial inclusion.
Anecdotes Secures $55 Million in Series B Funding to Transform Enterprise GRC
Anecdotes raises an additional $30 million in Series B funding, bringing total funding to $55 million, to expand its AI-powered Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platform and drive global expansion.
Tap Payments Secures Retail Payment Services License in the UAE
Tap Payments has received regulatory approval from the Central Bank of the UAE, completing its licensing across the GCC. The milestone strengthens its position as a leading payment provider in the MENA region.