Gulf Bank has been recognized with four distinguished awards at the Global Finance Best Digital Bank Awards 2025, reaffirming its position as a leader in digital innovation, corporate banking solutions, and customer engagement across Kuwait and the Middle

The Bank received the following honors:

• Best Corporate Digital Bank in Kuwait 2025
• Best Corporate Mobile Banking App in Kuwait 2025
• Best in Social Media Marketing Services in the Middle East 2025
• Best in Social Media Marketing Services in Kuwait 2025

These accolades crown Gulf Bank’s ongoing journey of digital transformation. Over the past years, the Bank has consistently invested in cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions to deliver superior services to its clients. Notably, Gulf Bank has enhanced its corporate banking platforms with improved security, streamlined payment solutions, and user-friendly dashboards. all designed to provide businesses with seamless and efficient banking experiences.

The recognition of Best Corporate Digital Bank in Kuwait reflects Gulf Bank’s ability to combine innovation with customer-centric solutions, ensuring corporate clients can access faster, safer, and more reliable financial services.

Excellence in Mobile Banking

Gulf Bank’s Mobile Banking App, named the Best in Kuwait, has become a benchmark for mobile excellence. With features such as digital onboarding, the app empowers customers to conduct their banking securely and conveniently.

This success follows Gulf Bank’s broader push to make mobile channels the primary interface for both retail and corporate banking customers, further demonstrating the Bank’s leadership in the digital sphere.

Leading in Social Media Engagement

In addition to its digital banking strength, Gulf Bank has distinguished itself as a pioneer in social media marketing and customer care. Winning both Best in Social Media Marketing Services in Kuwait and Best in Social Media Marketing Services in the Middle East reflects the Bank’s unmatched ability to use digital channels to engage with customers, provide real-time support, and create meaningful connections.

This recognition comes on the back of Gulf Bank’s recent campaigns, which have consistently garnered industry praise. For instance, the Bank’s Gulf Points campaign earlier this year achieved record engagement levels across all social platforms, and its youth-targeted initiatives such as red have demonstrated how Gulf Bank leverages digital storytelling to resonate with younger audiences.

The Bank has also been lauded for its innovative GB Talks series, which highlights employees and services, strengthening its authentic, customer-first positioning online.

Now in its 26th year, the Global Finance Best Digital Bank Awards are among the most prestigious in the banking sector worldwide. Winners are selected by a panel of seasoned experts and the magazine’s editors, who evaluate banks on innovation, strategic vision, digital adoption rates, and performance excellence.

Mrs. Najla Aleisa, Chief Marketing Officer of Gulf Bank, said: “We are honored to receive four awards from Global Finance, which validate the success of our digital-first strategy and our relentless pursuit of excellence. These awards are not only a recognition of our innovative platforms but also a reflection of the trust our customers place in Gulf Bank.”

She added: “These awards highlight the strength of our customer engagement strategy, both digitally and through social media. At Gulf Bank, we believe that innovation must be paired with authentic communication. From launching Gulf Points to pioneering youth-focused initiatives, our goal has been to make banking more rewarding, accessible, and inspiring for all. This recognition encourages us to keep setting new standards for creativity, service, and customer care in Kuwait and the wider region.”

The awards will be officially presented at the World’s Best Digital Banks Awards Ceremony and Forum in London on October 7, 2025, where Gulf Bank will join other global leaders who are redefining the future of digital banking.

As Gulf Bank looks ahead, it remains committed to its strategic vision of being Kuwait’s leading bank, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and future-ready workplace, while also advancing sustainability programs that support Kuwait Vision 2035 – “New Kuwait.”

Through a powerful combination of technological innovation, sustainability-driven practices, and customer-first strategies, Gulf Bank is determined to keep raising the bar for banking excellence in Kuwait and the wider Middle East.