Doha, 30 March 2022 – QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa participated as the Official Bank Sponsor at the first ever-Smart City Expo organized by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) in Msheireb Downtown on 29-30 March.
The event, which brought in visitors from around the world, has discussed the five key topics of sustainable cities, reshaping digital public services, the global economy, digital readiness and sport events in a connected society.
During the two-day event, QNB displayed its digital innovations to meet the evolving needs of customers and merchants alike. It also displayed the latest banking solutions created in line with the changes imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, including safe contactless ATMs transactions, self-service bankcard issuance capabilities, enhanced mobile and internet banking capabilities WhatsApp services, as well as WeChat Pay and Simplify payment acceptance, and demonstration on FacePay.
QNB Group also unveiled new innovative cross border payment’s solutions with Ripple. Being the first to market through RippleNet, QNB enhances cross-border payments and expand its remittance service across multiple countries in a quick succession.
Mr. Adel Al-Malki, Group GM Retail Banking Division said: “We are pleased to be part of such a successful event and are overwhelmed by the number of visitors who came to experience our digital services at our booth. By sponsoring and participating in such technology summits and expos, we continue to collaborate and partner with leading experts to shape the vision of Qatar’s future.”
QNB Group, currently ranked as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, is proud to be the Official Middle East and Africa Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2022™
Through its subsidiaries and associate companies, the Group extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is 27,000 operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of more than 4,500 machines.