CrediMax, a leading provider of electronic payment solutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the adoption of eKey 2.0, Bahrain’s Digital Identity Authentication platform, developed by Beyon Connect, part of the Beyon Group, in partnership with the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA). The service is available through its digital app, CrediMax Digital, enabling customers to benefit from a simpler, more secure, and trusted digital identity authentication experience.

This enhancement comes as part of CrediMax’s continued commitment to supporting national digital transformation initiatives in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and to strengthening the digital financial services ecosystem by adopting solutions that improve convenience, security, and customer experience.

Through the latest update of CrediMax Digital, customers will be able to use eKey 2.0 as a trusted digital authentication option across selected services that require identity verification and customer data matching. Customers can securely verify their identity using their eKey credentials, enabling faster onboarding, while reducing manual steps and maintaining high standards of privacy, data protection, and security.

Mrs. Nada Mohamed A. Rahman, Chief Technology and Transformation Officer of CrediMax,commented: “Our focus is to make digital interactions easier for customers without compromising security. By adopting eKey 2.0 through CrediMax Digital, we are giving users a trusted authentication option that supports faster access to services and a more seamless digital experience.”

 “This update reflects CrediMax’s commitment to adopting advanced national digital solutions and contributing to Bahrain’s digital transformation journey. As customer expectations continue to evolve, we remain focused on delivering secure, practical, and user-friendly digital financial services that provide a more integrated customer experience,” Mrs. A. Rahman added.

Beyon Connect CEO Richard Budel said: “We are pleased to welcome CrediMax to the growing ecosystem of organisations leveraging the National Identity Digital Authentication platform in Bahrain. Developed by Beyon Connect in partnership with the Information & eGovernment Authority(iGA), eKey 2.0 enables organisations to deliver faster, more secure and trusted digital experiences. CrediMax’s migration of eKey 2.0 demonstrates how financial institutions can simplify customer journeys while supporting the Kingdom’s broader vision for digital transformation.”

For his part, Dr. Khalid Almutawah, Deputy Chief Executive of Operations & Governance at the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA), affirmed that CrediMax’s adoption of the Enhanced eKey 2.0 system marks another milestone in the Authority’s efforts to expand the adoption of Digital Authentication of National Identity solutions and strengthen their integration with private sector services, contributing to the development of a more integrated, secure, and trusted digital ecosystem.

Dr. Almutawah emphasized the Information & eGovernment Authority’s (iGA), commitment to continuously advancing eKey 2.0 in line with the latest technological and cybersecurity standards, ensuring that it keeps pace with the rapid evolution of digital services. He noted that the enhanced platform enables both public and private sector entities to deliver a seamless, secure, and user-centric digital experience, reinforcing trust in electronic transactions while supporting the Kingdom of Bahrain’s digital transformation agenda and government innovation objectives.