The UAE's Domestic Payment Scheme Takes Shape

The UAE has launched Jaywan, a domestic payment scheme operated by Al Etihad Payments under central bank oversight, processing card transactions through local infrastructure instead of relying solely on international networks. Major UAE banks including First Abu Dhabi Bank and Commercial Bank of Dubai have begun issuing Jaywan cards, with Network International enabling merchant acceptance across thousands of outlets.

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