UAE fintechs Apaya and Telr partner to accelerate digital commerce growth in MENA
Apaya, a leading commerce automation platform in the Middle East and Africa, have announced a strategic partnership with Telr, the award-winning online payment gateway in the MENA, serving over 30,000 merchants across the region.
This partnership combines Telr’s comprehensive payment solutions in the UAE, KSA, Bahrain and Jordan, which includes with Apaya’s no-code commerce automation platform, enabling merchants to build and scale world-class payment experiences with just a few clicks.
“By integrating Telr’s extensive payment capabilities into our ecosystem, we’re furthering our mission to democratize access to world-class payment experiences across the Middle East and Africa,” said Michael Tomlins, CEO of Apaya. “This partnership particularly benefits merchants seeking to expand their digital presence with access to Telr’s multi-currency processing capabilities and extensive local payment method coverage.”
The collaboration enables merchants to:
- Instantly access Telr’s payment services through Apaya’s no-code platform
- Leverage Telr’s anti-fraud engine alongside Apaya’s intelligent routing capabilities
- Access simplified vendor payout solutions for marketplace businesses
- Benefit from next-day settlement to UAE banks
- Comprehensive e-commerce solutions
Khalil Alami, Founder and CEO of Telr, said, “We are delighted to partner with Apaya, expanding Telr’s commitment to offering an all-comprehensive solution for the e-commerce ecosystem. This collaboration enhances our ability to provide robust services—from social commerce and QR codes to digital invoicing, Telr Buy Now Pay Later, and our Telr Finance merchant financing program—enabling businesses to succeed seamlessly in the digital landscape.” Alami added, “By combining our payment expertise with Apaya’s automation capabilities, we’re creating a powerful solution for merchants looking to scale their digital commerce operations by making them effortless and secure.”