Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has made a huge advancement in the banking sector by launching Spatial Banking on Apple Vision Pro. This initiative marks ADIB as the first bank in the UAE to introduce a banking experience using Apple’s mixed-reality operating system, VisionOS. This launch aligns with ADIB’s strategic vision for 2035, which focuses on transforming banking through innovation and customer-centric technology.

The Spatial Banking service utilizes the advanced features of the Apple Vision Pro headset, allowing customers to engage with their banking services in an immersive, three-dimensional environment. Users can interact with digital content via eye-tracking, gesture control, and voice commands, thereby removing the reliance on traditional screens or physical devices. Intuitive gestures enable customers to select apps by looking at them, scrolling with a flick of the wrist, and typing through a virtual keyboard or by dictation.

ADIB has enhanced the user experience by implementing robust security measures alongside the eye-tracking technology. Customers can now visualize their financial information on a large interactive display, easily accessing accounts and financial insights. The Spatial Banking platform allows users to manage their accounts, track rewards and balances in real-time, and engage with ADIB TV for financial content and insights.

Fernando Plaza, Chief Digital Officer of ADIB, emphasized the importance of digital banking evolution, stating that the bank is committed to pioneering experiences that transcend traditional banking methods. Plaza noted that ADIB is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge innovations to provide seamless and customer-focused banking experiences.

ADIB has a history of embracing emerging technologies, from mobile banking to AI-driven solutions. The introduction of Spatial Banking underscores the bank’s commitment to being a leader in financial technology, ensuring that customers benefit from the latest advancements in the banking sector.

Established in 1997, ADIB is a prominent financial institution in the UAE with assets totaling AED 226 billion. The bank offers a wide range of banking services, including retail, corporate, business, private banking, and wealth management. ADIB’s shares are traded on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), and it has a strong presence in key markets, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UK, Qatar, and Iraq.