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The three-month, highly curated accelerator is offering venture capital through Blossom Capital, advanced technical enablement, market-entry support, enterprise and government pilots, and connectivity to MENA’s investor ecosystem. 

It introduces five key measures, including enhanced access to liquidity, temporary relief on liquidity and funding ratios, and the release of capital buffers to give banks greater flexibility in supporting the economy.

Across sectors such as trade, logistics, finance and tourism, businesses continue to operate and adapt despite external pressures, further reinforcing confidence in Dubai’s economic outlook.

Saudi Aramco’s venture capital arm Wa’ed Ventures has made an undisclosed investment in US-based Resemble AI, supporting the regional deployment of AI-powered fraud detection and verification technologies.

For most founders, a liquidity event feels like the finish line. After years of relentless focus on building a single enterprise, the exit is the moment that converts immense effort into personal wealth. Yet this is precisely where a new and often overlooked set of risks emerges. The discipline that builds a successful business isn’t […]

A new hospitality platform introduces a funding model designed to help restaurants grow without debt or equity dilution while attracting new customers.

Starlink is now reportedly available in the UAE, following the country’s addition to the company’s official coverage map.

As of December 31, 2025, the bank’s assets reached AED 61 billion, a 64% increase year-on-year, while customer deposits surpassed AED 57 billion, up 66%.

The good news is that staying visible doesn’t always require a large marketing budget or a PR agency. There are simple things founders can do themselves to keep their brand relevant, trusted and present during uncertain periods.

As global headlines distort the reality on the ground, startups across the Middle East are facing a new challenge: perception. While ecosystems remain active and resilient, shifting investor sentiment is quietly reshaping capital flows, forcing founders to adapt to a more disciplined and selective funding environment.

In a more volatile global environment, the question facing financial leaders is shifting. It is no longer simply about how fast a product can scale or how cheaply it can be distributed. It now depends on the system’s ability to remain reliable under pressure.

Presight is investing in six AI startups under its AI Innovation Ecosystem to advance next-generation intelligent systems worldwide.

EW Partners, led by Jessica Wong, is scaling Saudi startups globally. With over $1 billion AUM, international investors, and successes like J&T Express, the firm combines strategic support and sector focus to turn local ventures into global champions.

"Everything around us has evolved except the tools we rely on to protect ourselves in an emergency. That felt like a problem worth solving.”

“The regional escalations made World Monitor visible, not useful,” says the CEO behind Anghami, the MENA region’s first Nasdaq-listed music streaming platform, who is now helping millions understand major global developments in real time.

Data from Bayut and dubizzle shows how the UAE’s digital marketplace quickly rebounded after a short slowdown, with buyer engagement, listings and inquiries across multiple sectors recovering within days.

Despite regional uncertainties, Dubai’s design community continues to adapt with resilience, keeping projects moving while adjusting to a changing environment.

Women across the Middle East are stepping confidently into senior leadership roles, bringing fresh perspectives and resilience. The next step for organizations is to strengthen the systems that will sustain this momentum and unlock their full potential.

On Paradigm, Finvasia Group Co-Founder and CEO Tajinder Virk shares why long-term investing, disciplined leadership, and building real value still matter in today’s fast-moving financial world.

“Dubai allows ambitious ideas to take shape quickly. You can bring together investors, creatives, and innovators and start building at scale almost immediately.”

Yango Tech CEO Vladimir Razuvaev explains why entrepreneurs are built for uncertain times—and why the best founders stay focused on building products that solve real problems.

SmartCrowd CEO Riz Ahmed shares why entrepreneurship is defined by overcoming challenges, keeping teams united, and maintaining focus during uncertain times.

The report showed that SVC’s strategy contributed to the Kingdom’s maintaining its first rank in the MENA region for the third straight year in VC funding in 2025, reaching a historic total of US$1.7 billion.

When the mind begins to spiral into worry about what might happen next, small actions can help the nervous system return to a calmer state. These practices may seem simple, but they can make a meaningful difference, especially to help ground ourselves in the present moment to help the nervous system settle.

The board’s role is not to predict every crisis. It is to build the conditions for disciplined agility: the right information flows, the right decision rights, the right supplier ecosystem, and the right care for people.

Ziina’s platform allows merchants to accept payments in several ways, including payment links, QR code payments, Tap to Pay, card acceptance, and bank transfers.

Representatives of participating Business Groups and Councils expressed confidence in the resilience of Dubai’s economy.

ROJA London has carved a rare position in the fragrance industry by blending British craftsmanship, rare ingredients, and artistic storytelling to define the world of ultra-luxury perfumery.

The private event saw 300 leaders from across the emirate’s business sector convene, as well as the attendance of UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation H.E. Reem Al Hashimy

Shorooq joined a global group of investors backing Yann LeCun’s Paris-based AI startup AMI Labs in a US$1.03 billion seed round aimed at developing next-generation “world model” artificial intelligence.