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FinTech in Bahrain: The Role of FinTech in Empowering Women
Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems
  • Haya Yusuf Mohamed, Gulf Air Company
  • Allam Hamdan, Ahlia University
  • Magdalena Karolak, Zayed University
  • Anjum Razzaque, Ahlia University
  • Bahaaeddin Alareeni, Middle East Technical University (METU)
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
1-1-2021
Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to review the definition of Financial Technology (FinTech) discipline from different perspectives and scholars. Moreover, the research will explore FinTech history and its evolution stages throughout the years based on existing literatures. In addition, it will present the different concepts and categories of FinTech. The research will also discuss FinTech implementation in the Kingdom of Bahrain and focus on women role within the FinTech, and the initiatives taken to empower women within the industry. The research is based on review of literatures and interviews to explore women role and achievements within Fintech in Bahrain, and it proposes recommendations for future thorough research.

ISBN
9783030692209
Disciplines
Keywords
  • Financial services,
  • FinTech,
  • Kingdom of Bahrain,
  • WIFBH,
  • Women
Scopus ID
85104435054
Indexed in Scopus
Yes
Open Access
No
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69221-6_57
Citation Information
Haya Yusuf Mohamed, Allam Hamdan, Magdalena Karolak, Anjum Razzaque, et al.. "FinTech in Bahrain: The Role of FinTech in Empowering Women" Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems Vol. 194 LNNS (2021) p. 757 - 766
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/magdalena-karolak/10/