Category: GENERAL

SAMA Begins Licensing Fintech Firms for Open Banking Services

Riyadh: The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has announced the initiation of licensing fintech companies to offer open banking services. This development follows the successful conclusion of the regulatory sandbox phase, which was conducted under SAMA’s supe…

Rimram Plant Thrives in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region

Riyadh: The Northern Borders Region of Saudi Arabia is home to a variety of plant species that thrive in its resilient desert environment. One such plant is the rimram, or Heliotropium bacciferum, commonly known as the ‘scorpion’s tail.’ This summer s…

Rain Refreshes Madinah Region

Madinah: Heavy rain fell across parts of Madinah Region today, with overcast skies signaling the possibility of more rain.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the rain brought a welcome change to the area’s weather, with residents experiencing a signif…

SAMA Licenses Two Companies to Provide Open Banking Services

Riyadh: The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced the licensing of ‘Altknwlwjya aljadydh llhulul albrmjyh’ and ‘lyn tknwlwjyz Company Saudi Arabia litqniyat nuzum almaelumat’ to conduct payment services by providing account information-one of the servic…

Taif to Host Second Rose and Aromatic Plants Global Forum

Taif: Under the patronage of Governor of Taif Prince Fawaz bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, the second edition of the Rose and Aromatic Plants Global Forum will commence on Sunday from March 29 to April 11. The forum aims to strengthen Taif’s position as a l…