Payments on SAUDI VISION 2030 Intelligence Platform

Saudi Central Bank (SAMA)

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SAMA Saudi Central Bank — Monetary Policy & Vision 2030

The Saudi Central Bank, known by its Arabic acronym SAMA (Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority until its formal renaming in 2020), is the Kingdom’s monetary authority and the regulator of its banking, insurance, and payment systems. Established in 1952, SAMA is one of the oldest and most respected central banks in the Gulf region, responsible for maintaining monetary stability, managing the Kingdom’s foreign exchange reserves, and ensuring the soundness of the financial system.

Saudi Fintech Companies

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Saudi Fintech Companies. The Saudi fintech sector has emerged as one of the most dynamic segments of the Kingdom’s technology ecosystem, propelled by a supportive regulatory environment, a large and digitally connected consumer base, and the strategic ambitions of the Financial Sector Development Program under Vision 2030. From a nascent starting point in 2016, the sector has grown to encompass hundreds of licensed or registered fintech entities operating across payments, lending, insurance, wealth management, and financial infrastructure.