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NBK Unveils Payment Verification Service on Its Mobile Banking App

Fintech Finance

In keeping with its constant dedication to providing cutting-edge services to its customers, National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) announced introducing a new service that allows customers to confirm payment transactions online through the NBK Mobile Banking App, making itself as the first provider of this service in Kuwait.

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The state of fraud in 2024: Key mid-year takeaways

The Payments Association

From shifts in unauthorised card fraud to the evolving nature of authorised push payment scams, there’s a lot to unpack—and a lot at stake. This has led to a noticeable uptick in card-related fraud, especially in remote purchases, where criminals use stolen card details for online transactions. What’s next?

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The Full List of Fintech Unicorns in Asia (2025)

Fintech News

It provides access to game credits, gift codes, and vouchers using familiar local payment methods such as mobile carrier billing and e-wallets. The city is home to four fintech unicorns in Asia: HashKey Group, WeLab, Micro Connect, and ZA Group, each pushing the boundaries of digital finance in unique ways. billion payments Coda 2.5

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What is ACH Credit and ACH Debit and How Do They Work?

Stax

ACH credit payments differ from ACH debit payments and both are distinct from credit and debit card payments. Making a payment via the ACH network differs from making a payment with a credit card in that you are sending the money directly from one account to another, instead of charging it to a card you would later be liable to repay.

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Paymentology’s predictions for 2025

The Payments Association

Jeff Parker, CEO, says, “Digital payments will continue to grow rapidly, with mobile wallets expected to reach 4.8 ” Anna Porra, chief revenue officer , emphasises, “Profitability is a key priority for digital banks and payments providers. trillion transactions by 2027.

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BankDhofar Selects Entrust to Enable Cardholders Across Different Banking Offerings With Digital Card and In-App Payment Capabilities

Fintech Finance

BankDhofar is the fastest-growing bank in the country, with over 124 branches and a digital banking strategy enabling it to be the “closest to their customers”. During the first weeks of launch, the bank’s customers expressed their satisfaction with Dhofar-Pay’s security, convenience, and ease of use.

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Amaiz Debuts Mobile Banking App For Startups

PYMNTS

According to Amaiz, the mobile app means “you may be able to dispense with the services of a separate accountant altogether — if you have a question, our accounting experts can pick it up in the app and send you a personal response.” Square is another B2B FinTech that has added new functionality to mobile services for SMBs.