DUBAI/JOHANNESBURG: Emirates and South African Airways (SAA) today announced an expansion of their codeshare partnership, enabling access to nine cities and establishing the start of a reciprocal codeshare agreement between both carriers. The expanded partnership opens more destinations across central and southern Africa, simplifying connectivity for customers. Since launching their codeshare agreement, Emirates and SAA have operated on a unilateral …

Biz Today Report ISLAMABAD: HugoBank, one of Pakistan’s premier upcoming digital banks, today announced that it has received approval from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to initiate pilot operations. This is a significant milestone in HugoBank’s journey to deliver a secure, intuitive, and inclusive digital banking experience. The pilot approval allows HugoBank to test its products, systems, and operational …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Edenred UAE, part of the global Edenred Group and a long-standing provider of payroll solutions in the UAE, today announced it has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) for its application to operate as a licensed Stored Value Facility (SVF) provider. Edenred has been part of the UAE’s payroll infrastructure for …

Web Desk KARACHI: Bank Alfalah, one of Pakistan’s leading commercial banks, has partnered with Alfalah Insurance to introduce Accidental Death and Permanent Total Disability Insurance Coverage of up to PKR 3 million, available at no additional cost for PKR Current Plus Accountholders. The initiative strengthens the Bank’s commitment to enhancing everyday banking with solutions that offer greater financial security and …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Humza Y. Tabani, Chairman & CEO of Tabani Group of Companies, participated as a distinguished speaker at the National Islamic Economic Forum (NIEF) 2026 on Wednesday, 5 August, 2026 at the Pearl Contenantal Hotel, Karachi, organized by the Saylani School of Business & Islamic Leadership (SBIL) under the umbrella of Saylani Welfare International Trust. The forum …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free has officially launched Crypto.com Pay™, becoming the first airport retailer in the Middle East to introduce the regulated digital payment solution. Eligible customers can now use Crypto.com Pay™ when shopping at Dubai Duty Free both in Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (AMIA), as well as online at dubaidutyfree.com. With …

KARACHI: In a major push toward digital sovereignty and artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, Data Vault Pakistan and Galaxy Technology (Pvt) Ltd. have entered into a strategic partnership agreement aimed at expanding local cloud capabilities and building high-performance computing infrastructure within the country. The agreement was signed by Syed Zeeshan Ali, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Data Vault Pakistan, and …

With the Riyadh RHQ, MIT KSA aims to provide strong innovation-led growth and customer support aligned with the Kingdom’s digital transformation initiatives By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: Mannai Information Technology Saudi Arabia (MIT KSA), part of Mannai Corporation QPSC, opened its new regional headquarters (RHQ) in Riyadh, marking a significant investment in Saudi Arabia’s digital economy and a new phase in …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: With the strong support of the Youth Affairs & Sports Department, Government of Sindh, Technomites Lab successfully organized MindTrek 2.0 – The Visionaries Circle, bringing together students, young professionals, freelancers, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, CEOs, and industry leaders from diverse sectors. Under the leadership of Sabeeh Khan, Founder & CEO, Technomites Lab, the event served as a …

New Shariah-compliant business account enables small businesses to put surplus cash to work automatically, without locking it away, as Pemo cements its position as the leading all-in-one spend management platform for the UAE’s SME economy DUBAI: Pemo, the UAE’s leading all-in-one spend management platform, today announced the launch of its very first business account, designed specifically for the country’s burgeoning …