Noon raises $500 million as investors look for the next Talabat
Middle East e commerce platform noon has raised $500 million in fresh funding, strengthening its balance sheet as it moves closer to a potential...
Saudi Arabia’s real estate turns digital ahead of Cityscape2025
Cityscape Global 2025 in Riyadh brings developers, investors, and PropTech startups together to shape Saudi Arabia’s next real estate phase.
UAE corporate giant Crescent Enterprises launches $68M venture-building initiative
Crescent Enterprises, the Sharjah-based diversified conglomerate, has launched a $68 million (AED 250 million) venture-building programme to expand CE-Creates, its internal venture studio focused on developing high-growth and impact-driven businesses.
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 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.
13 startups from Saudi Arabia’s Garage 8th Cohort Demo Day catching investor attention
Riyadh — On September 30, The Garage (الكــراج), Saudi Arabia’s flagship startup hub, unveiled its 8th cohort at a packed demo day. Eighteen early-stage...
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.
Biban 2025 in Riyadh to attract 140,000+ visitors and $5.8B in Startup Deals
Biban 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious events in Saudi Arabia’s entrepreneurial calendar, a showcase of the Kingdom’s growing...
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...
Saudi Arabia Switches on Google Pay, Sets Alipay+ Launch for 2026
Riyadh, September 15, 2025: Saudi Arabia has just made a big leap toward a cashless future. During the Money20/20 Middle East event in Riyadh,...