National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) and its digital subsidiary, Weyay Bank, have received three prestigious accolades at the 2025 Global Finance Magazine Awards, reaffirming the Group’s digital leadership in Kuwait’s financial sector.
At the annual Global Finance Magazine Awards ceremony for the World’s Best Consumer Digital Banks in Africa and the Middle East, NBK was recognized for Best Online Payments Solution in Kuwait and Best Online Product Offerings in Kuwait. Simultaneously, Weyay Bank, NBK’s digital-only platform, earned the title of Best Digital-Only Bank in Kuwait.
The Global Finance Magazine Awards highlight NBK’s commitment to delivering advanced digital solutions and underscore its ability to adapt rapidly to the evolving banking landscape, driven by customer expectations and global technological shifts.
NBK’s win for Best Online Payment Solutions has underscored the bank’s sustained efforts in enhancing the speed, security, and convenience of digital payments. The recognition showcases NBK’s robust digital infrastructure and its strategic approach to continuously evolve next-generation payment services.
The Bank has introduced various digital payment solutions and card innovations tailored to diverse customer needs. By integrating cutting-edge technologies, NBK aims to deliver a seamless and enriched customer experience across all digital channels.
Winning the Best Online Product Offerings award stresses NBK’s leadership in designing and delivering holistic digital banking experiences. The bank’s digital products and services are crafted to suit varying lifestyles, empowering users with personalized and accessible solutions.
Weyay Bank, Kuwait’s first fully digital bank and part of the NBK Group, was honored as the Best Digital-Only Bank for 2025. This award recognizes Weyay’s successful delivery of a fully integrated mobile banking experience, allowing users to conduct all financial transactions via its intuitive app.
From opening accounts and managing savings to applying for loans and making local or international transfers, Weyay provides a seamless banking journey with no need for in-person branch visits.
Award Selection Criteria
The Global Finance Magazine Awards selection was based on criteria including digital strategy effectiveness, user adoption rates, service growth, product range, and the overall user experience on web and mobile platforms.
Entries were evaluated by a panel from Infosys, with final decisions made by Global Finance editors. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in New York, Global Finance magazine reaches senior financial executives in over 188 countries. The publication is known for its rigorous annual surveys identifying industry leaders in banking and finance.
