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Economy

PayU GPO Launches A2A Payments in Nigeria

Nigeria is poised to extend financial inclusion and unlock new economic opportunities through A2A. The move mirrors success stories from Brazil, India, and beyond.

July, 2025

Economy

Gambia Urges IsDB to Extend Support to Non-Member Countries

Gambia Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Seedy Keita, has called on the Islamic Development Bank to expand its financial support beyond its member countries to include Muslim communities in non-member nations.

February, 2025

Economy

ANEXT Bank and Schroders Break Down Investment Barriers for MSMEs

According to a recent survey by ANEXT Bank, four in five MSMEs have never purchased investment instruments, citing a lack of excess liquidity, know-how, and suitable product options as the top reasons.

November, 2024

Economy

Complex Banking ID Checks is Bad for UX and New Business

According to the latest report from FICO, one in three Indonesians abandon opening a personal bank account due to complex identity checks.

August, 2024

Economy

Indonesia Aims to Become a Global Halal Hub

The Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises and Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) says that they are committed to helping Indonesia become a global halal financial hub.

July, 2024

Economy

Ugandan President Launches the First Interest-Free Islamic Bank

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni officially opens Salaam Bank, the country's first interest-free commercial Islamic bank in Kampala Uganda this week.

March, 2024

Economy

Barclays Bank CEO Rasha Badawi Says Diversification Aids Against Global Uncertainties

UAE Barclays Bank CEO Rasha Badawi says that the past few years has seen the region experience rapid growth and consumer confidence across multiple sectors.

March, 2024

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CulturalAugust, 2025

The K-Drama That Triggered South Koreans

In gun-free South Korea, a bold K-drama, Trigger, has stirred robust debate about weapons and norms within Korean civil society.

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EconomyAugust, 2025

KSA’s 6 Billion Investment in Syria as Regional Diplomacy Realigns

With USD 6.4 billion in fresh deals, the Kingdom is staking its claim on Syria’s future and sending a clear message: Arab-led recovery is back in focus.

BusinessAugust, 2025

KUN’s 50 Million Aims to Accelerate Stablecoin Adoption Amid Hong Kong’s Regulatory Surge

KUN’s recent Series A $50 million funding round signals a pivotal moment for stablecoins, ushering in a new era of regulated, efficient, and cross-border digital payments across Asia.

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BusinessDecember, 2024

Iraq surpasses Saudi Arabia as Top Oil Exporter to U.S.

Iraq has emerged as the second-largest oil exporter to the United States, surpassing traditional suppliers such as Saudi Arabia and Mexico, according to a recent report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

PoliticsMarch, 2025

Myanmar Crisis as Junta announces Elections Amid Worsening Violence

Myanmar military announces election date amid ongoing conflict, sparking international concerns over legitimacy and humanitarian crisis.

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Entrepreneurs Solve Muslim Name Biases with Ethical Innovation

When LaunchGood, a crowdfunding platform for the Muslim community, faced rejection from three banks and payment processors, it highlighted the systemic challenges confronting Muslim-founded businesses.

Economy

Germany Seeks Sustainable Jobs Growth & Production in ASEAN

The Conference on ASEAN SCP Policies and Practices: Celebrating 12 Years of German-Southeast Asian SCP Cooperation was held this week at the DoubleTree by Hilton Shah Alam i-City Malaysia, marking 12 years of cooperation between SE Asia and Germany.

Economy

How the Global South is Turning Tariff Turmoil into Opportunity

Countries in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific are seizing opportunities amid US-led tariff hikes, by diversifying their economies and forging new partnerships. Despite the IMF downgrading global growth forecasts, there’s optimism that strengthening regional ties is helping to build long term resilience - with or without the US.