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Eskan Bank has announced the integration of its digital housing platform, Baity, with the national eKey 2.0 system. This development, in collaboration with the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) and Beyon Connect, positions Baity as the first private-sector app to adopt this advanced authentication system, following the governmental “My Gov” app.

The announcement was made on the sidelines of the opening of “Innovation in Social Housing Sector” Summit and Conference, held under the esteemed patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the theme “Towards Innovative and Sustainable Housing Solutions.”

The integration of the eKey 2.0 system into the Baity platform enhances user access to housing services by enabling secure, efficient, and passwordless authentication through advanced biometric verification (facial recognition). This integration also empowers users with full control over their personal data and its sharing with relevant service providers, reinforcing both privacy and convenience in digital interactions.

The advanced key integration features enable individuals to complete their housing transactions with the highest levels of security and data protection, preserving their privacy and user rights, while saving time and effort and ensuring easy access to services.

Mr. Mohammed Ali AlQaed, CE, Information & eGovernment Authority, expressed pride in this milestone, describing the integration of the Baity platform with the advanced eKey 2.0 system as a pivotal advancement in the provision of digital solutions that address citizens’ housing needs in an era of rapid technological progress. This initiative underscores Eskan Bank’s forward-looking approach to delivering real estate services that combine efficiency, security, and user convenience—contributing meaningfully to Bahrain’s broader digital transformation agenda in line with the Kingdom’s Economic Vision 2030.

“This collaboration contributes to the achievement of The Kingdom of Bahrain’s higher strategic objectives focused on the advancement of housing services and the empowerment of the Bahraini community through access to modern, technology-driven housing solutions. It also serves to strengthen the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning’s efforts to deliver adequate housing and cultivate a sustainable, digitally enabled lifestyle for citizens, in alignment with the Kingdom’s long-term development goals.” said Mr. AlQaed.

Mr. Abdulla Taleb, General Manager of Eskan Bank, stated: “We take great pride in Baity becoming the first private-sector platform to be integrated with the advanced eKey 2.0 system. This accomplishment in line with our collaboration with the Information & eGovernment Authority and Beyon Connect, which has significantly enhanced the user experience on our digital platform. This milestone reaffirms Eskan Bank’s leadership in driving digital transformation within the housing sector and highlights our ongoing efforts to harness innovative technologies that streamline homeownership procedures. The integration ensures seamless identity verification and strengthens (KYC) processes, reinforcing data security and the overall integrity of platform transactions.”

Mr. Christopher Hild, CEO of Beyon Connect, conveyed his delight in partnering with Eskan Bank on the successful integration of the Baity platform with the advanced eKey 2.0 system. The initiative is a transformative step that significantly enhances the efficiency and reliability of digital real estate services, while markedly simplifying the procedures associated with digital homeownership—setting a new benchmark for innovation within the sector.

“The partnership is a reflection of a shared commitment to accelerating Bahrain’s digital transformation, in alignment with the objectives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 to establish a fully integrated digital society.” Said Mr. Hild.

Those interested in accessing the housing services and exclusive offers available through the Baity platform are encouraged to download the eKey 2.0 application. The app is readily accessible via the eGovernment Apps Store at bahrain.bh/apps, as well as on iOS, Android, and Huawei app stores.

For further assistance or detailed inquiries regarding the enhanced features of the eKey application, users may contact the Government Services Contact Center at 80008001. Additionally, feedback, suggestions, or service-related comments can be submitted through the National Suggestions and Complaints System or via the Tawasul application.