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...
Gen Z is quietly building the Middle East’s next economy
Gen Z founders in Saudi, UAE & Egypt are redefining entrepreneurship, turning social reach into scalable businesses powered by tech and payments.
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.
Riyadh to lead global efforts in AI, Health, and education through FII 2025
Riyadh will host the 9th Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute from October 27–30, 2025, under the theme “The Key to Prosperity.” With 600+ global speakers and $70B in previous investment outcomes, FII9 cements Saudi Arabia’s capital as a global center for innovation, AI, and sustainable growth.
Blackstone expands Middle East footprint with Lunate logistics alliance
Blackstone and Lunate launch GLIDE, a $5 billion GCC logistics investment platform targeting warehouses and industrial assets.
Saudi Developer ROSHN expands PropTech push with $350,000 hackathon for 2025
Saudi Arabia’s PIF-backed developer ROSHN launches its third PropTech Hackathon for 2025, inviting innovators to reimagine real estate through AI, sustainability, and smart infrastructure. Here’s how to apply, what’s at stake, and why it matters for the Kingdom’s PropTech revolution.
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...
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...
EA deal marks Riyadh’s boldest step in gaming and global entertaintment
Electronic Arts, the studio behind FIFA, Madden NFL, The Sims and Battlefield, has agreed to a $55 billion buyout led by Saudi Arabia’s Public...
Dubai’s DIFC backs Ignyte and Binance to Accelerate Blockchain Innovation
Ignyte and Binance have entered a strategic alliance, backed by DIFC, to accelerate blockchain and Web3 innovation across MENA. With commentary from Arif Amiri and Richard Teng, the partnership launches with a hackathon and infrastructure support to turn regional hubs like Dubai and Riyadh into blockchain powerhouses.