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Hajj and Umrah Companies Face Hefty Fines for Overstay Reporting Failures
Saudi Arabia 1 min read

Hajj and Umrah Companies Face Hefty Fines for Overstay Reporting Failures

Saudi authorities impose fines on Hajj and Umrah service providers for failing to report overstaying pilgrims, emphasizing compliance in the burgeoning religious tourism sector.

Saudi Finance Minister Unveils New Procurement Regulations to Boost Efficiency
Saudi Arabia 2 min read

Saudi Finance Minister Unveils New Procurement Regulations to Boost Efficiency

New government procurement regulations aim to streamline processes and enhance spending efficiency, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.

Saudi Gazette · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
Fintech 2 min read

Navigating AI and AML: A New Era for Governance in the Gulf

As organizations in the Gulf embrace AI, they face the dual challenge of innovation and regulatory compliance, particularly in anti-money laundering (AML) practices.

Finextra · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
New York Proposes Stricter Regulations for BNPL Lenders Impacting Fintech Landscape
Fintech 2 min read

New York Proposes Stricter Regulations for BNPL Lenders Impacting Fintech Landscape

New York's Department of Financial Services has proposed a licensing framework for buy now, pay later lenders, signaling a shift towards greater regulatory oversight in the fintech...

PYMNTS · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
PayPal Enhances BNPL Options in the UK as Regulations Loom
Fintech 2 min read

PayPal Enhances BNPL Options in the UK as Regulations Loom

PayPal's latest buy now, pay later offering, Pay in 30 Days, aims to provide UK consumers with greater payment flexibility just as new regulations take effect.

PYMNTS · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
Saudi Arabia Greenlights 24-Hour Business Operations with New Regulations
Economy 2 min read

Saudi Arabia Greenlights 24-Hour Business Operations with New Regulations

Saudi Arabia's new regulations permit businesses to operate 24/7 for an annual fee, signaling a shift towards a more flexible commercial environment.

Saudi Gazette · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
Saudi Arabia Sets New Framework for Foreign Property Ownership to Attract Investment
Saudi Arabia 2 min read

Saudi Arabia Sets New Framework for Foreign Property Ownership to Attract Investment

Saudi Arabia has unveiled a detailed regulatory framework for foreign property ownership, enhancing transparency and governance in the real estate sector. This move aims to bolster...

Saudi Gazette · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read