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...
Saudi Cabinet Approves EZ Bank, a Digital Challenger Backed by Ajlan & QNB
Breaking: Saudi Arabia has officially licensed EZ Bank, a fully digital bank backed by Ajlan & Bros Holding and Qatar National Bank (QNB), with...
Monshaat’s estrdad initiative eases startup costs up to 80 percent
Estrdad by Monsha’at refunds key government fees for Saudi startups and SMEs, easing costs in the first 3 years and fueling Vision 2030 growth.
Why MENA needs more “Boring Startups”
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) startup ecosystem is vibrant, attracting significant venture capital and government support. While entrepreneurial energy often gravitates towards...
CODE aims to fast-track the Kingdom’s startup economy
In Riyadh’s glittering towers and in student labs in Jeddah, Abha, and Al-Ahsa, a quiet shift is underway. Founders are coding prototypes, universities are...
Why MISK Zero equity programs matters for the future of Saudi Entrepreneurs
Walk into any founder breakfast in Riyadh and you’ll hear the same refrain: “I don’t want to give up equity just to learn.” That...