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du & talabat Launch UAE’s First Digital Wallet for Delivery Riders

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– du Pay and talabat have partnered to create the UAE’s first licensed digital wallet designed specifically for delivery riders.
– The wallet enables instant salary receipt, bill payments, money transfers, and mobile top-ups within a single application.
– It eliminates cash transactions and helps riders efficiently manage daily expenses and remittances through digitization.
– All transactions are secure and compliant with UAE financial regulations under du Pay’s Central Bank license.
– This collaboration marks a milestone in UAE digital payments, promoting financial inclusion for gig economy workers.

A new partnership between du Pay and talabat has resulted in the United Arab Emirates’ very first digital wallet created specifically for delivery riders. This initiative represents the country’s inaugural collaboration between a licensed digital wallet provider and a major delivery platform, offering a streamlined financial solution for the gig economy workforce.

The innovative wallet allows riders to receive their salaries instantly, a feature that provides immediate access to earnings. Beyond salary disbursement, the platform enables users to handle bill payments, send money to family members abroad, and recharge mobile phone balances all through one convenient application. By moving away from cash-based systems, this digital approach helps riders manage their daily expenses and international remittances with greater efficiency and control.

Operating with a formal license from the Central Bank of the UAE, du Pay guarantees that every transaction meets strict security standards and complies with local financial regulations. The wallet facilitates both domestic and international money transfers at highly competitive rates. It incorporates rapid payment capabilities, giving riders the ability to access their funds with a simple tap on their mobile devices.

This strategic alliance marks a significant advancement in the UAE’s digital payment infrastructure, actively promoting financial inclusion for service sector workers. The collaboration highlights the expanding influence of financial technology in everyday services, demonstrating how tailored digital solutions can transform the economic participation of gig economy professionals.

(Source: MEA Tech Watch)

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