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Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Lite and Dash, are taking the world by storm. (Shutterstock)

May 17th, 2018 - 12:00 GMT

Are Cryptocurrencies Really the Future of Money?

Cryptocurrencies are beginning to be adopted by established banking groups.

Prince Alwaleed bin Talal. (Reuters)

February 25th, 2018 - 11:32 GMT

Prince Alwaleed, Khalid Al Falih: Top 5 Most Powerful Men in Saudi Arabia

Barclays, Byblos Bank, Societe Generale de Banque au Liban and JPMorgan will co-manage the eurobonds issuance. (World Finance)

March 12th, 2017 - 11:00 GMT

Lebanon appoints four banks for $1.5B eurobond issue

Khalil did not reveal the size of the eurobonds which will be launched in 2017 or the yields on these bonds. (Shutterstock)

February 28th, 2017 - 07:00 GMT

Lebanon prepares to issue new eurobonds in 2017

There is also a need to improve internet connectivity in Lebanon for banks to be able to provide fintech services in an effective way. (Shutterstock)

February 22nd, 2017 - 09:00 GMT

Lebanon's banks trail behind in fintech services

The Middle East tripled its renewable investment last year, with market observers characterising the region as a ‘hot spot’ for green investment. (Shutterstock)

October 9th, 2016 - 11:30 GMT

Explosive growth in 'green bonds' paves the way for takeoff in MENA markets

Barclays is divesting its Africa unit as part of a plan to simplify its structure and seek higher shareholder returns. (AFP/Carl Court)

July 20th, 2016 - 10:00 GMT

Emirates NBD, MENA banks eye Barclays Egypt sale

July 3rd, 2016 - 09:56 GMT

London and Arab investment: What is the draw?

Over 1,100 people in the UAE's banking sector have lost their jobs since last year. (Emirates NBD)

April 20th, 2016 - 06:00 GMT

Emirates NBD cuts 300 jobs in latest industry cull

Barclays and National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah announced job cuts earlier this year. (Twitter)

April 4th, 2016 - 12:00 GMT

Emirates Islamic Bank to slash 200 jobs

The US Principal Deputy Coordinator for Sanctions Policy has begun a diplomatic campaign with businesses to clarify the US stance on banking transactions with Iran. (AFP/Al Saadi)

March 24th, 2016 - 07:00 GMT

Post-sanctions, fears of US banking fines hamper Iran trade

HSBC slashed its price targets on Emaar and Damac Properties as its property analyst estimates a 20 per cent fall in sales. (File photo)

March 1st, 2016 - 05:00 GMT

Fear factors: Six shadows over the GCC property and credit cycle

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February 4th, 2016 - 09:00 GMT

Barclays to lay off 150 staff in Dubai