June 05, 2024, Amman, Jordan

Peacock Awards

The Premier Fintech & Banks Awards in Middle East

WHAT IS PEACOCK AWARD?

The peacock awards is an annual celebration and recognition of the outstanding achievements of banks and financial firms in the region. Peacock Awards recognition program honors exceptional industry leaders who have innovative products, services, and solutions that made a positive impact to its customers. It shines a spotlight on the outstanding accomplishments of banks and finance firms, who have distinguished themselves as the crème de la crème in the industry.

Peacock Fintech & Banking Award invite Fintech and banks that deliver great customer outcomes to enter their most innovative products, services and strategies. To be eligible, the entry must have been at least partially live in 2023. The Peacock Award winners are selected from 3 nominees through award jury panels.
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There’s a range of categories at play, all designed to reflect the changing face of the industry and to recognise a diverse group of firms that deliver great customer outcomes. Categories include:

Best Digital Banking Solution

Acknowledging excellence in digital banking solutions that enhance customer experiences and streamline banking operations.

  • Criteria:
    • User-friendly digital interface.
    • Features like mobile banking, online payments, and more.
    • Improved customer engagement and satisfaction.
    • Integration of cutting-edge technologies.

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Excellence in Financial Inclusion

Recognizing initiatives and solutions that promote financial inclusion, reaching underserved and unbanked populations.

  • Criteria:
    • Extending financial services to marginalized or low-income communities.
    • Measurable impact on financial inclusion.
    • Sustainable and scalable approach.
    • Innovation in addressing inclusion challenges.

Best Fintech Startup

This award recognizes outstanding new fintech startups that have demonstrated innovation, market impact, and growth potential.

  • Criteria:
    • Less than 5 years in operation.
    • Innovative product or service.
    • Proven market impact or potential for disruption.
    • Demonstrated growth and scalability.

Sustainable Banking Award

Celebrating banks and fintechs that prioritize environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in their operations and investments.

  • Criteria:
    • Demonstrated commitment to ESG principles.
    • Investments in sustainable and green projects.
    • Socially responsible banking practices.
    • Transparent reporting on ESG efforts.

Customer-Centric Fintech Solution

Recognizing fintech solutions that put customers first, delivering exceptional value and experiences.

  • Criteria:
    • User-centric design and features.
    • High customer satisfaction and retention rates.
    • Personalization and customization options.
    • Effective customer support and feedback mechanisms.

Best Fintech Startup

This award recognizes outstanding new fintech startups that have demonstrated innovation, market impact, and growth potential.

  • Criteria:
    • Less than 5 years in operation.
    • Innovative product or service.
    • Proven market impact or potential for disruption.
    • Demonstrated growth and scalability.

Best Mobile Payment Solution

Recognizing the most innovative and user-friendly mobile payment solution that simplifies transactions and enhances the digital payment experience.

  • Criteria:
    • User-friendly mobile app or platform.
    • Broad acceptance at merchants.
    • Security features like biometrics or tokenization.
    • Enhanced convenience in mobile payments.

Outstanding Digital Bank of the Year

Honoring digital banks that have redefined traditional banking with a seamless, online-only banking experience.

  • Criteria:
    • Exclusively digital banking services.
    • Ease of account setup and management.
    • Competitive interest rates and fee structures.
    • Robust customer support through digital channels.

Contactless Payment Innovation

Celebrating the advancement of contactless payment technologies, including NFC, QR codes, and wearables.

  • Criteria:
    • Widely accepted contactless payment solutions.
    • Enhanced security features.
    • Speed and convenience in transactions.
    • Integration with various payment methods.

Digital Wallet of the Year

Recognizing digital wallets that offer comprehensive payment solutions, including mobile payments, loyalty programs, and financial management tools.

  • Criteria:
    • Multi-functionality (payments, loyalty, budgeting, etc.).
    • Security and encryption features.
    • Integration with a wide range of merchants.
    • User adoption and satisfaction.

Innovative Cross-Border Payment Solution

Honoring innovative solutions that simplify and enhance cross-border payments, reducing costs and transaction times.

  • Criteria:
    • Speed and cost-effectiveness in cross-border transfers.
    • Transparency in exchange rates and fees.
    • Compliance with international regulations.
    • Integration with global banking networks.

Excellence in Credit Card Security

Celebrating credit card issuers that excel in protecting cardholder data and preventing fraud.

  • Criteria:
    • Robust security features (EMV, tokenization, etc.).
    • Proactive monitoring and fraud prevention.
    • Rapid response to security breaches.
    • Cardholder notification and support in case of fraud.

Innovative Credit Card Technology

Honoring credit cards that integrate cutting-edge technology, such as contactless payments, biometrics, or dynamic CVVs.

  • Criteria:
    • Integration of innovative payment technologies.
    • Enhanced security through technology.
    • Ease of use and adoption by cardholders.
    • Potential for industry-wide adoption.

Fintech Innovation of the Year

Recognizing the most groundbreaking fintech innovation that has significantly impacted the financial industry.

  • Criteria:
    • Innovation’s uniqueness and novelty.
    • Demonstrated impact on financial services.
    • Potential for widespread adoption.
    • Technological sophistication and scalability.

Best Fintech App

Celebrating the fintech mobile application that offers exceptional user experience, functionality, and innovation.

  • Criteria:
    • User-friendly interface.
    • Innovative features and tools.
    • High user ratings and downloads.
    • Positive user reviews and feedback

Outstanding Blockchain Solution

Celebrating fintech solutions that harness blockchain technology to drive innovation, transparency, and security.

  • Criteria:
    • Innovative blockchain use case.
    • Tangible benefits such as improved security or transparency.
    • Successful implementation and adoption.
    • Potential for broader industry impact.

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Bank of the Year

Recognizing the bank that has excelled in various areas, including customer service, financial performance, innovation, and community engagement.

  • Criteria:
    • Strong financial performance and stability.
    • High customer satisfaction ratings.
    • Innovation in banking products and services.
    • Positive community impact and corporate social responsibility efforts.

Best Retail Bank

Celebrating retail banks that provide exceptional services to individual consumers, including savings accounts, loans, and personal banking services.

  • Criteria:
    • Comprehensive retail banking offerings.
    • Competitive interest rates and fees.
    • User-friendly digital banking solutions.
    • Accessibility and convenience for customers.

Corporate Bank of the Year

Honoring banks that cater to the unique needs of businesses, offering corporate banking, treasury services, and financial solutions.

  • Criteria:
    • Tailored corporate banking services.
    • Success in serving business clients.
    • Innovative business solutions.
    • Client satisfaction and retention.

Innovative Banking Technology

Acknowledging banks that leverage cutting-edge technologies to enhance their operations, improve customer experiences, and drive efficiency.

  • Criteria:
    • Integration of innovative banking technologies (AI, blockchain, etc.).
    • Measurable efficiency gains.
    • Enhanced customer experiences.
    • Positive impact on the bottom line.

Most Disruptive Fintech Startup

Honoring the fintech startup that has disrupted traditional financial services with a novel business model or technology.

  • Criteria:
    • Demonstrated industry disruption.
    • Rapid growth and market penetration.
    • Unique value proposition.
    • Potential to transform the industry further.

1. Nomination is open to all banks and finance companies in the region.
2. Each can nominate up to 3 categories only.
3. Awards will be judged by an esteemed industry experts committee based on nominations received.
4. Each nomination is valid for 1 entry only. If you are nominating for several categories, please enter each entry separately.

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BEST PAYMENT GATEWAY OF THE YEAR

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BEST DIGITAL BANK OF THE YEAR

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BEST PAYMENT GATEWAY FOR ENTERPRISE

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BEST MOBILE WALLET APP

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BEST FINTECH FOR CONSUMERS APP

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BEST DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION SOLUTION

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BEST DIGITAL WALLET SOLUTION

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BEST EXCELLENCE IN INNOVATION - FINANCIAL INCLUSION

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MOST INNOVATIVE BANK OF THE YEAR

THE MOST INNOVATIVE ENTREPRENEURS IN THE MIDDLE EAST

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Nasser Saleh
Executive Chairman & Founder at MadfoatCom

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Muhannad Ebwini
Founder & CEO, HyperPay

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Amjad Al Sadeq
Regional Managing Director, NI

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Ali Jabbar
CEO at MEPS

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Best Jordanian Bank 2022

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Best Corporate Banking

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Best Digital Bank

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Best Retail Banking

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Best payments Gateway for Enterprise

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Best Digital Banking Solution

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Best Online Trading Platform

Best Digital Transformation Solution

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Best Third Party Payment Processor