Sending money home will get quicker and easier in the future, thanks to FinTech (Finance Technology).
Using an app to send money home could be commonplace in the not too distant future.
That's according to Sudhesh Giriyan, CEO of Xpress Money, who says digitisation has really gained ground in the last few years.
He adds that people might be hesitant to use apps in the beginning, but he's confident they will start using them more.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed appoints new PCFC Chairman
In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued a decree appointing Abdulla bin Damithan as Chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC).
DP World announces new leadership appointments
DP World has announced new leadership appointments, naming Essa Kazim as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Yuvraj Narayan as Group Chief Executive Officer.
Almost 800 Lufthansa flights cancelled as pilots, cabin crew walk out
Hundreds of Lufthansa flights were cancelled on Thursday as pilots and flight attendants went on strike at Germany's largest airline, which has for years struggled to rein in costs at its core brand.
Dubai Holding sells 24% Empower stake to DEWA for AED 5 billion
Dubai Holding has sold its 24 per cent shares in Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) to Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) for AED 5.184 billion, increasing DEWA's shareholding from 56 per cent to 80 per cent.
DXB Airport hits record 95.2 million visitors in 2025
Dubai International (DXB) has welcomed 95.2 million guests in 2025, marking the busiest year in the airport’s history and the highest annual international passenger traffic ever recorded by any airport.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the 11.5: Edge of Life Ramadan campaign to rescue 5 million children around the world from hunger.
Dubai is advancing new measures to support people of determination, with initiatives aimed at enhancing their rights, services and community inclusion.
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, will lead the UAE delegation to the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi from February 16 to 20.
