Every founder’s guide to startup programs powering the UAE ecosystem
A decade ago, the UAE’s startup scene was little more than co-working spaces and a handful of free zones. Today, it’s one of the...
Chari raises $12M from SPE Capital & Orange Ventures after securing Morocco’s Central Bank license
Moroccan fintech and e-commerce startup Chari raises $12 million in a Series A round led by SPE Capital and Orange Ventures to launch a merchant super app integrating payments, FMCG orders, and financial services for small retailers.
Egyptian fintech MNT-Halan taps debt market again with $71.4M issuance
Egyptian fintech unicorn MNT-Halan raises $71.4 million in its seventh securitised bond deal to expand lending and deepen financial inclusion across Egypt.
Oman’s ITHCA invests $20M in U.S. chipmaker Movandi
Oman’s ITHCA Group leads a $40M round with a $20M investment in U.S. chipmaker Movandi, aiming to establish Muscat as a regional hub for 5G and semiconductor innovation.
MENA VC funding Surges to $1.2B in Q3 2025, beats Southeast Asia : MAGNiTT Reports
MENA’s startup ecosystem breaks records with $3B in venture funding in 2025 — surpassing Southeast Asia for the first time, led by UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia’s Tabby launches in-house AI infrastructure
Tabby launches an AI factory in Saudi Arabia powered by NVIDIA HGX to process data locally, improve fraud detection, and personalize fintech services.
Dubai’s GITEX 2025 becomes a hub for global dialogue on AI-native futures
DUBAI — OpenAI, Microsoft, and Abu Dhabi-based G42 will headline GITEX Global 2025, leading a landmark series of discussions focused on how artificial intelligence...
Riyadh Air launches SFEER, smart loyalty program
Riyadh Air launches SFEER, a next-generation digital loyalty program powered by GRAVTY® technology to deliver instant, smart, and seamless rewards.
Dubai Police to Showcase AI and smart policing innovations at GITEX Global 2025
Dubai Police to reveal AI, drone, and smart policing innovations at GITEX Global 2025, showcasing the future of law enforcement and digital safety.
Bahrain seals 38 fintech deals at Fintech Forward 2025
Fintech Forward 2025 in Bahrain wrapped up with 38 major partnerships, including Google Cloud’s instant payment pilot with NBB, BisB, BBK, and BENEFIT. The event marked a turning point for Bahrain’s fintech strategy — from hype to hands-on integration — positioning the kingdom as the Gulf’s new testbed for digital banking, tokenization, and real-time finance.