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Middle East

MENA Fintech 2026: Collapse or a Reconfiguration

Funding fell by 85% in a single month — yet Gulf sovereign funds are quietly building the second storey

Kosta Du

17 Apr 2026 5 min read

Spiritual

Deep Sleep, Not Deep Thinking

Why the most productive thing you can do for your creativity is stop trying so hard — and go to bed.

Kosta Du

21 Mar 2026 4 min read

FinTech

AI Won't Replace Managers — But Managers Who Use AI Will

The conversation about AI and jobs is usually framed as a binary: machines versus humans. The reality is more uncomfortable — and more interesting.

Kosta Du

20 Mar 2026 5 min read

Spiritual

Why Systems, Not Motivation — Drive Real Change

Every January, the same pattern repeats itself. Ambitious goals are set with conviction: radical lifestyle changes, aggressive performance targets, sweeping personal reinventions.

Kosta Du

19 Mar 2026 4 min read

Spiritual

Why the Most Effective Leaders Are Introverts

For decades, the archetype of the corporate leader has been cast in the mould of the extrovert: charismatic, energetic, commanding attention with

Kosta Du

18 Mar 2026 4 min read

FinTech

The Emergence of the “deBank”

A new financial architecture is gradually taking shape within the global financial system. It does not seek to replace banks, nor does

Kosta Du

18 Mar 2026 4 min read

FinTech

Blockchain Settlement and the Rise of the Digital Yen 🇯🇵

While many countries have approached blockchain through cryptocurrencies or speculative digital assets, Japan has taken a markedly different route. Rather than focusing

Kosta Du

17 Mar 2026 3 min read

Middle East

The Next Phase of FinTech Evolution in the UAE - On-Chain Finance by ADGM

At the 2026 Abu Dhabi Finance Week, a new term began circulating across panels, investment briefings and regulatory discussions — On-Chain Finance.

Kosta Du

17 Mar 2026 3 min read

FinTech

Simplifying Your Payments with Mastercard’s Automatic Billing Updater

In a world where subscriptions and automatic payments are part of daily life, Mastercard has launched a clever new feature called the

Kosta Du

29 Jul 2025 2 min read

Middle East

Saudi Arabia’s Digital-Only Banks Debut with Swift Customer Adoption

Saudi Arabia’s banking sector is transforming with the rise of digital-only banks like D360, Vision Bank, and STC Bank. Driven by consumer demand for convenience and personalisation, the country is advancing fintech innovation through regulatory reforms and a growing fintech ecosystem.

Kosta Du

28 Mar 2025 2 min read

FinTech

Understanding Crowdfunding: How It Supports Small Businesses in the UK

Crowdfunding revolutionises financing for start-ups and SMEs by pooling small investments via online platforms. Valued at $1.41 billion in 2023, it democratises funding. However, regulatory safeguards and investor education are essential to mitigate risks and ensure sustainable growth.

Kosta Du

28 Mar 2025 2 min read

FinTech

Visa Expands Tap to Add Card to Three Additional Markets

Visa’s Tap to Add Card simplifies adding cards to digital wallets by replacing manual entry with a secure tap, authenticated via Visa’s Chip Authenticate. It enhances security, reduces fraud, and improves convenience for cardholders, issuers, and wallet providers, driving digital payment adoption.

Kosta Du

28 Mar 2025 2 min read