Finance
Presight and Shorooq Launch a US$100 Million Global Fund to Accelerate AI Innovation
The fund intends to back companies at various stages that are developing cutting-edge AI, machine learning, and analytics solutions.
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Business News
“We Got Funded!” Ex-Sequoia-India Investor Raises US$3 Million to Launch a New Arab Beauty Brand
AÏZA's formulations are vegan, cruelty-free, alcohol-free, and meet "Clean at Sephora" standards, while championing Arab culture and storytelling for a global audience.
Finance
Comera Pay, Part of Abu Dhabi’s Royal Group, Secures Visa Principal Membership to Launch Multicurrency Offering in the UAE
The Comera Pay multicurrency offering will launch soon, positioning Comera Pay, part of the Royal Group and regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE, at the forefront of the region's evolving fintech landscape.
Finance
SandDunes Episode 1: ADGM’s Wai Lum Kwok on Balancing Innovation and Oversight in Digital Assets
Wai Lum Kwok, Senior Executive Director, Authorization and Fintech, ADGM, explains how ADGM has positioned itself as a premier jurisdiction for digital asset-related activities.
By Tamara Pupic
Finance
Jordan-Saudi Startup 21Doctors Secures Funding to Build Arabic AI Medical Infrastructure
The healthtech venture eyes regional growth by tailoring AI-powered solutions for Arabic-speaking providers.
Finance
Dubai-based Fintech Geidea Appoints New Leadership
The new appointment marks a significant milestone in Geidea's growth strategy as it plans to accelerate innovation, strengthen market leadership, and drive the future of digital payments in the UAE and beyond.
Business News
Startup Funding: Mokhtar Ibrahim, Investment Principal, BECO Capital
Mokhtar Ibrahim, Investment Principal, BECO Capital, showcases the principles that inspire investor faith and sustainable outcomes.
By Tamara Pupic
Finance
Startup Funding: Tammer Qaddumi, Co-founder and General Partner, VentureSouq
Tammer Qaddumi, co-founder and General Partner, VentureSouq, underscores the factors that build investor trust and sustainable success.
By Tamara Pupic
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Startup Funding: Tammer Qaddumi, Co-founder and General Partner, Venture Souq
Tammer Qaddumi, co-founder and General Partner, Venture Souq, underscores the factors that build investor trust and sustainable success.
By Tamara Pupic
Finance
Startup Funding: Hasan Haider, Founder and Managing Partner, Plus VC
Hasan Haider, founder and Managing Partner, Plus VC, shows what drives investor trust and smart growth.
By Tamara Pupic
Finance
Startup Funding: Basil Moftah, Managing Partner, Key Capital
Basil Moftah shares the keys to winning investment.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
Allocations Slashes Deal Setup Times from Four Weeks to Two Days
Platform also cuts admin errors.
Finance
“We Got Funded!” Professional.me Raises US$3.1 Million to Power the Future of Hiring
With this new round of funding, Professional.me will expand its engineering team, strengthen its network of data and research partnerships, and scale platform access to more employers across EMEA and beyond.
Business News
Startup Funding: Amjad Ahmad, Managing Partner, 500 Global
Amjad Ahmad, Managing Partner, 500 Global, reveals what it takes to secure funding and grow smart.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
Startup Funding: Ali A. Abussaud, CEO, Hala VC
Fundraising lessons from Ali A. Abussaud, CEO, Hala VC.
By Tamara Pupic
Finance
UAE Expands Scope for Dubai-Licensed Crypto Firms to Operate Nationwide
New single unified market for UAE.
Finance
Startup Funding: Aboudi Al-Qattan, Principal, DASH Ventures
Practical advice from Aboudi Al-Qattan, Principal, DASH Ventures, on how to differentiate your startup, attract investors, and grow strategically.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
“We Got Funded!” UAE-Based Fintech Alaan Raises a US$48 Million Series A Round
The funds will accelerate Alaan's expansion in Saudi Arabia and power the next phase of its growth, focused on AI-driven finance automation.
Business News
Startup Funding: Ekta Tolani, Chief Investment Officer, KBW Ventures
How to win investor attention and scale with impact—insider guidance from Ekta Tolani, Chief Investment Officer, KBW Ventures.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
Startup Funding: Shane Shin, Founding Partner, Shorooq
Get fundraising and growth insights from Shane Shin, Founding Partner at Shorooq—on how to differentiate, attract investors, and scale wisely.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
Startup Funding: Noor Sweid, Author and Founder and Managing Partner at Global Ventures
Insider tips from Noor Sweid, author and founder and Managing Partner at Global Ventures, on how to stand out, secure funding, and scale smart.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
“We Got Funded!” Jewellery Retailer Joyalukkas Secures AED500 Million Deal with Emirates NBD
The milestone agreement supports Joyalukkas' long-term expansion plans across the GCC and key international markets including the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia.
Business News
Inside Saudi Arabia’s Push to Modernize Finance and Expand Inclusion
How is Saudi Arabia turning its fintech ambition into action?
Finance
MyMonty Announces Collaboration With Mastercard to Boost Digital Payments and Financial Inclusion in Lebanon
Through this collaboration, MyMonty will scale its digital payment solutions, providing individuals and businesses with the necessary payment solutions, improving transaction efficiency and security.
Business News
“We Got Funded!”: Saudi Arabia’s Insurance Platform Yasmina Secures US$2 Million Seed Investment
With US$2 million in seed funding, Yasmina is scaling its team and launching operations beyond Saudi Arabia, beginning with the UAE this year and Egypt in 2026.
Business News
Editor’s Note: Wio Bank has Changed the Game for Startups
Opening a business bank account used to be a nightmare. Until now.
By Anil Bhoyrul
Business News
Tokenization in Real Estate: Breaking Barriers, Building the Future
Critics may call it hype, but the fundamentals are clear: real estate tokenization is reshaping the market.