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EY ACN Conference

EY ACN Conference

Date: Monday,10 November 2025 – 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Venue: Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention by IHG

Huda Albenmousa will be joining top voices at the EY Audit Committee Network to share how fintechs and banks can work together to boost digital acceptance across the Kingdom.

The exclusive gathering will feature insights from leading professionals and regulators, specifically designed for esteemed audit committee members across Saudi Arabia.

Join us for an engaging program that will delve into the key priorities of audit committees, addressing major risks and challenges faced by those charged with governance. Our discussions will highlight the best practices and share practical case studies that resonate with your experiences.

The event will be led and facilitated by EY MENA’s thought leaders, alongside prominent professionals from the leading audit committee community, who will share their perspectives and insights.

EY ACN Conference
PayTabs showcases at Money 2020 - KSA
PayTabs showcases at Money 2020 - KSA

Paymes Super App: Your All-in-One Commerce Engine is Here!

Riyadh, KSA – In a significant leap for the Kingdom’s digital economy, PayTabs is thrilled to announce the official launch of the Paymes Super App, a groundbreaking platform designed to be the ultimate commerce engine for businesses across Saudi Arabia.

For entrepreneurs and SMEs, managing the different strands of a business from payments and invoicing to sales tracking and customer engagement often means juggling multiple apps and platforms. This fragmentation drains time, increases complexity, and hinders growth.

The era of juggling is over.

PayTabs KSA Super App

One App, Infinite Possibilities: What Can the Super App Do?

The Paymes Super App consolidates every essential business tool into a single, powerful, and intuitive application. It’s your business’s new command center, built to simplify operations and accelerate growth.

Here’s a glimpse of what you can achieve:

  • Unified Payment Processing: Accept a wide range of payments seamlessly. Whether it’s online through payment gateways or in-person via QR codes and POS solutions, get paid your way, securely and instantly.
  • Effortless Digital Invoicing: Create, customize, and send professional invoices in seconds. The app streamlines your billing cycle, helping you get paid faster and manage your cash flow with ease. This is a game-changer for digital invoicing in Saudi Arabia.
  • Real-Time Sales & Analytics Dashboard: Make data-driven decisions with a comprehensive overview of your business performance. Track sales, monitor transactions, and gain valuable insights all in real-time.
  • Enhanced Customer Management: Build stronger relationships by managing customer data and communication channels more effectively, all from within the app.
  • Business Growth Tools: Access features designed specifically to help you scale your operations and tap into new opportunities within the vibrant Saudi market.

Why the Paymes Super App is a Game-Changer for Business Growth in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 has ignited an unprecedented wave of entrepreneurship and digital transformation. The Paymes Super App is engineered to be the perfect partner in this journey, empowering businesses to thrive in a competitive landscape.

By providing an all-in-one business app that eliminates operational friction, PayTabs is directly fueling the growth of the SME sector, a critical pillar of the Kingdom’s economy.

Built on a Foundation of Excellence

This powerful new tool is brought to you by PayTabs, a company with a proven track record of powering commerce in the region. Our mission is perfectly encapsulated in our core statement:

PayTabs is a payments infrastructure company providing exceptional solutions that are simple, secure, and scalable to drive local commerce and power financial inclusion across the MENA region.

The Super App is the latest embodiment of this promise. It’s built to be simple for any business owner to use, secure to protect every transaction, and infinitely scalable to grow alongside your ambitions.

Ready to Power Your Business?

Stop letting administrative tasks slow you down. It’s time to unify your operations, delight your customers, and focus on what you do best-growing your business.

The future of SME payments in KSA is here, and it’s in the palm of your hand.

👉 Download the Paymes Super App Today!

Explore the full range of features and see how our all-in-one business app can transform your commerce experience.

Beyond the Flag: How UAE Businesses Can Fly High with Digital Payments on Flag Day

Every year on the 3rd of November, the UAE transforms into a breathtaking sea of red, green, white, and black. UAE Flag Day is more than a celebration of a national symbol; it’s a powerful reminder of unity, ambition, and the visionary journey of the nation. It’s a day that inspires citizens and residents alike to contribute to the country’s growth and prosperity.

For businesses, this spirit of national progress presents a unique opportunity. True patriotism in the commercial world goes beyond flying a flag, it’s about building a stronger, more resilient national economy. This Flag Day, the most impactful way to contribute is by embracing the tools that empower your business to thrive, starting with the very lifeblood of commerce: payments.

Beyond the Flag: How UAE Businesses Can Fly High with Digital Payments on Flag Day

The True Meaning of Flag Day for UAE Businesses

UAE Flag Day embodies the values of unity, pride, and a forward-looking vision. It’s a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and to set our sights on future achievements. For entrepreneurs and business leaders, this translates into a call to action: to innovate, to adapt, and to build enterprises that are not only successful but are also seamlessly integrated into the fabric of the UAE’s digital future.

In today’s interconnected world, a key part of this integration is ensuring your business can meet customers where they are and how they prefer to pay.

Unlocking Growth with UAE-Friendly Digital Payments

The UAE boasts one of the most digitally savvy consumer bases in the world. Customers expect convenience, security, and choice, especially at the checkout. By offering a limited set of payment options, you might be unintentionally excluding a significant portion of your market.

This is where adopting a payment gateway that understands and caters to the local landscape becomes a strategic advantage. It’s not just about accepting payments; it’s about speaking the financial language of your customers.

Key Payment Methods to Integrate in the UAE:

From global card networks to innovative local solutions, a complete payment gateway should offer it all. With PayTabs, you can accept a wide range of preferred methods, including:

  • Global Card Networks: VisaMasterCardAmexUnionPay, and JCB.
  • Digital Wallets: Apple Pay and PayPal for seamless, secure tap-to-pay experiences.
  • Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL): Integrate popular services like Tabby and Tamara to increase average order value and cater to modern shopping habits.

Integrating this diverse range of methods does more than just increase sales; it builds trust. When a customer sees their preferred, familiar payment option, it signals that your business is modern, reliable, and committed to serving them.

See the complete list of Payment Methods we support

PayTabs: Your Partner in National Commerce

Celebrating UAE Flag Day is about championing national progress. At PayTabs, we are proud to be a part of the UAE’s thriving tech ecosystem. Our mission is to equip businesses with the tools they need to succeed in the regional and global digital marketplace.

Our powerful, UAE-based payment gateway is designed for the modern market. With PayTabs, you can effortlessly:

  • Accept all major international credit and debit cards.
  • Seamlessly integrate the top local payment methods UAE customers use and trust, from BNPL to digital wallets.
  • Access a suite of tools for e-commerce and in-store sales, all from a single, unified platform.

We handle the complex world of payment processing so you can focus on what you do best: growing your business and contributing to the UAE’s inspiring story of success.

Fly Your Flag High: Boost Your Business This Flag Day

This UAE Flag Day, let your business ambitions soar. Honoring the flag means investing in the nation’s future, and there’s no better investment than empowering your own enterprise to operate at its full potential.

By embracing a localized payment strategy with PayTabs, you’re not just optimizing your checkout you’re planting your flag firmly in the digital economy, ready for growth.

Ready to serve your customers better and grow your business with the region’s leading payment solutions?

  • Explore our payment gateway capabilities and see the full list of supported methods.
  • Discover tailored solutions for your e-commerce or retail business.

Let’s build the future of UAE commerce, together.

How Freelancers in KSA Get Money Moving Faster: From Slow Invoices to Instant Growth

For the vibrant community of designers, developers, writers, and creators in Saudi Arabia, freelancing offers unparalleled freedom. But for years, that freedom was shackled by a frustrating reality: slow payments. Waiting 30, 60, or even 90 days for an invoice to be paid, only to then lose a chunk of it to expensive wire transfer fees, can stifle cash flow and halt growth.

But the tide has turned. A digital payments evolution is empowering the Kingdom’s independent workforce to break free. The era of waiting is over, replaced by instant access to earnings and powerful tools that put them in control.

How Freelancers in KSA Get Money Moving Faster: From Slow Invoices to Instant Growth

The Old Guard: Why Traditional Payments Failed Freelancers

The traditional freelance payment cycle was broken:

  • Slow Invoicing: Sending a PDF invoice into a void, with no guarantee of when it would be processed.
  • Bank Transfer Delays: International transfers could take days, with hidden fees and poor exchange rates.
  • Cash Flow Crunch: You can’t fund your next project or invest in new software when your money is stuck in transit.

This system didn’t just slow down money; it slowed down ambition.

The New Era: Getting Paid the Moment the Job is Done

Today, forward-thinking freelancers in KSA are leveraging new technologies to get paid instantly and securely. Here’s how:

  1. Instant Payouts & Real-Time Onboarding

Gone are the days of waiting for the end of the month. With platforms offering real-time onboarding, you can set up your account and start receiving payments in minutes, not days. The moment you complete a milestone or a project, you can trigger an instant payout to your account. This transforms your cash flow from a trickle to a steady stream, allowing you to reinvest in your business immediately.

  1. Your Digital Storefront with Simple Payment Links

Think of a Payment Link as your digital cash register. Instead of creating a complex invoice, you can generate a simple, secure link for any service or product. Share this link via SMS, WhatsApp, or email. Your client clicks, pays with their preferred method in seconds, and the funds are on their way to you. It’s the fastest way to turn a “job done” into “money in the bank.”

  1. Embrace QR Payments for In-Person Services

Not all freelancing is remote. Photographers, event planners, and consultants meeting clients in Riyadh or Jeddah can now use QR payments. Generate a QR code for your service, your client scans it with their smartphone, and the payment is complete instantly. It’s a professional, touch-free, and incredibly fast way to collect fees on the spot.

  1. The All-in-One Solution: The Power of a Super App

Juggling multiple apps for invoicing, receiving payments, and managing finances is inefficient. The future lies in consolidation. A comprehensive Super App combines all these tools into one powerful platform. From creating and sending Payment Links to managing your digital storefront and tracking all transactions, it’s your entire financial workflow, simplified.

For a glimpse into this integrated future, explore the innovative solution being built for the region with the PayTabs Super App.

The Bottom Line: Faster Payments Fuel Faster Growth

For the modern freelancer in Saudi Arabia, speed is not just a convenience—it’s a competitive advantage. By adopting instant digital paymentsPayment Links, and integrated platforms, you are not just getting paid faster; you are:

  • Improving Cash Flow: Fund new projects and cover expenses without delay.
  • Building Professionalism: Offer clients a seamless, modern payment experience.
  • Accelerating Growth: Reinvest your earnings quickly to upgrade your skills, tools, and services.

The tools are here. It’s time to stop waiting and start growing.

Ready to make slow payments a thing of the past? Explore the future of freelance finance and discover how integrated solutions can power your independence.

Diwali in the UAE: Illuminating Ecommerce Success for the Festival of Lights

The air in the UAE is beginning to shimmer with a special energy. As the days grow shorter, the anticipation for Diwali, the Festival of Lights, grows brighter. Across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, homes and streets will soon be aglow with diyas (lamps), symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

For the Indian  community, Diwali on October 20th, 2025, marks a sacred and joyous new beginning. It’s a time for new clothes, heartfelt prayers, family feasts, and the exchange of beautiful gifts and mithai (sweets). It’s a season of pure, unbridled happiness.

For UAE businesses, this happiness translates into one of the biggest and most vibrant shopping seasons of the year. The demand for gifts, sweets, electronics, jewelry, and festive apparel soars, creating a golden opportunity for ecommerce stores to connect, celebrate, and grow.

Diwali in the UAE: Illuminating Ecommerce Success for the Festival of Lights

The UAE’s Diwali Sparkle: A Shopping Spectacle

This year, the festivities promise to be more spectacular than ever. From floating mermaids to Michelin-starred magic, event planners are pulling out all the stops to create unforgettable Diwali experiences. And at the heart of every celebration is shopping.

  • Soaring Demand: As reported, Dubai shops are already seeing a “soaring demand” for premium sweets, with some varieties reaching up to AED 400 per kg. This indicates a market ready to spend on quality and celebration.
  • The Gift-Giving Spirit: Diwali is intrinsically linked to generosity. Families shop for everyone from immediate family and friends to colleagues and business associates. The ecommerce cart is the modern-day gift basket, waiting to be filled.

Ignite Your Diwali Ecommerce Sales: 5 Lit Strategies

How can your online store capture this festive spirit and drive remarkable sales? Here are five illuminated strategies:

  1. Curate “Festive Shop” Collections

Don’t make customers search. Create dedicated, visually appealing collections like “Diwali Gift Hampers,” “Festive Fashion,” “Home Decor & Diyas,” and “Gourmet Sweets & Hampers.” Make gifting effortless and inspiring.

  1. Illuminate with Limited-Time Offers

The Diwali season has a sense of urgency. Create special Diwali discounts, “Buy One, Get One” offers, or free gift wrapping. Use banners and pop-ups on your site to promote these time-sensitive deals, creating a reason to buy now.

  1. Optimize for Mobile-First Celebrations

During the festive rush, customers shop on the go comparing prices while traveling, ordering gifts during lunch, and more. Ensure your website offers a seamless, fast, and intuitive mobile shopping experience.

  1. Simplify and Secure the Checkout Experience

A complicated checkout is the quickest way to extinguish a sale. Streamline the process to as few steps as possible. Most importantly, ensure your customers feel completely secure when they enter their payment details. This is where trust is paramount.

  1. Spread the Joy with Seamful Delivery Options

Clearly communicate your last order dates for guaranteed Diwali delivery. Offer express shipping options for last-minute shoppers. A transparent delivery policy builds confidence and prevents festive frustration.

Powering Your Festive Sales with PayTabs

In the middle of this beautiful chaos, your payment process should be the one thing that works perfectly, every single time. A smooth payment experience is the final, crucial spark that completes the customer’s joyful Diwali shopping journey.

This is where PayTabs powers your celebrations.

Our robust payment gateway in the UAE is engineered to handle the festive surge, ensuring:

  • 99.9% Uptime: So you never miss a sale when demand is at its peak.
  • Seamless Checkout: A smooth, fast, and secure process that reduces cart abandonment.
  • Diverse Payment Options: Accept all major credit/debit cards, digital wallets, and popular local payment methods, catering to every customer’s preference.
  • Fort-Knox Security: Advanced fraud protection keeps your business and your customers’ data safe, letting everyone shop with peace of mind.

By integrating PayTabs’ payment solutions, you’re not just processing transactions; you’re facilitating moments of joy and strengthening customer trust during the most important shopping season.

This Diwali, let PayTabs be the silent engine behind your ecommerce brilliance.

Click here to explore our payment solutions and get set for a record-breaking Diwali season!

Wishing all our readers a Diwali filled with light, joy, prosperity, and immense success!

From all of us at PayTabs, Shubh Diwali!

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