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AstraTech

For empowering growth and financial access

AstraTech has solidified its role as the region’s largest tech ecosystem and fastest-growing fintech in the past year by expanding services and promoting innovation. Key initiatives include launching the Botim Ultra app and MENA’s first Palm Pay technology and introducing the Botim Prepaid Card to improve financial inclusion. With over 150 million users globally, Astra Tech’s innovations, such as CharityGPT for donations and Palm Pay for secure payments, address real-world challenges. The company’s focus on sustainability supports economic growth and social inclusion, with a commitment to fostering financial literacy.