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Financial Academy CEO: Knowledge Alone Is Not Enough to Financially Empower Clients
Manea bin Mohammed Al-Khamsan told a Money20/20 Middle East 2026 session that access to financial services does not by itself amount to empowerment, calling for measuring real behavioral change rather than course completion.
Financial Market Innovation Hackathon wraps up at Money20/20 Middle East with over 500 applicants
The Financial Academy closed its participation in Money20/20 Middle East 2026 in Riyadh after wrapping up a financial market innovation hackathon that drew more than 500 applicants and crowned three winning teams.
Saudi Credit Bureau SIMAH Launches New Generation of 'Malam' at Money20/20 Middle East
SIMAH unveiled an upgraded version of its 'Malam' platform for individuals during Money20/20 Middle East 2026 in Riyadh, introducing a credit score simulator that lets users explore the potential impact of financial decisions before making them.
Saudi-Qatar National Payment Cards Interoperability Deal Headlines Day Two of Money20/20 Middle East 2026
SAMA and Qatar Central Bank agreed to enable mada and Himyan cardholders to pay across both countries, as fintech investments in Saudi Arabia surpassed SAR 30 billion by the end of H1 2026.
Elm joins Money20/20 Middle East 2026 as strategic sponsor with digital trust and compliance portfolio
Elm is participating as a strategic sponsor at Money20/20 Middle East 2026 in Riyadh, showcasing digital platforms for trust, verification, risk and compliance, and seeking new partnerships across the financial and fintech sector.
Money20/20 Middle East Kicks Off Tomorrow in Riyadh Under Finance Minister's Patronage
The second edition of Money20/20 Middle East begins tomorrow in Riyadh under the patronage of Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan, expecting over 38,000 participants and 350 exhibitors.
Tarabut Raises $50 Million Strategic Funding to Deepen Saudi Presence
Tarabut, the regulated financial infrastructure platform operating in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Bahrain, has secured $50 million in strategic funding from leading Saudi banks and family investment groups, announced on the sidelines of Money20/20 Middle East.
Takaful Al Rajhi Joins Money20/20 Middle East 2026 as Platinum Sponsor
Takaful Al Rajhi announced its platinum sponsorship of Money20/20 Middle East 2026, set for September 14-16 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, where it will showcase its insurance and digital solutions at booth H1.H30.
LEAP 2026 to Explore Future of Fintech and Digital Economy
LEAP 2026 will dedicate sessions to financial inclusion, digital payments, consumer finance, and e-commerce, highlighting AI's role in reshaping financial services.
Regulatory Transformation and Smart Governance in Islamic Banks: A New Era of Compliance and Efficiency
The article explores how RegTech, SupTech, and smart governance are reshaping Islamic banking, enabling real-time monitoring, Sharia compliance automation, and predictive risk management.