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The new investment vehicle will support startups developing emerging digital technologies across the UAE and the wider region.

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The UAE closed its flagship Make it in the Emirates 2026 forum with AED 171 billion in industrial agreements, reinforcing its ambition to localize manufacturing, strengthen supply chains, and accelerate economic diversification.

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The deal reduces e&’s ownership in Careem Technologies and could pave the way for full control by Uber by 2032.

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When most startups chased consumers, Ismael Belkhayat and Sophia Alj focused on the small neighborhood stores that power Morocco’s economy — and turned that overlooked market into one of Africa’s most ambitious fintech stories.

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After helping transform STC Pay into one of the Kingdom’s largest fintech platforms, Ahmed Alenazi set out to build something even bigger. Just 17 months later, Barq had crossed 10 million users and emerged as one of the fastest-growing digital wallets in the world.

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Egypt-based recycling technology platform DAWAR has secured nine-figure funding from GlobalCorp, Tawasoa, and CIB to scale its digital waste traceability infrastructure and support expansion across Egypt and African markets.

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to broaden financing opportunities for innovative startups and high-growth businesses across the UAE.

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Hub71 has selected 27 startups from 12 countries to join Cohort 18, marking its first-ever intake composed entirely of international companies after receiving a record 2,453 applications from 112 countries.

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Glocal Shift launches Gaza Stars to empower 300 entrepreneurs, fostering innovation and resilience.

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Tamwilcom launches ‘Jossour 2030’ plan aiming to mobilize $30 billion for Moroccan enterprises.

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Zuvees secures $1.6M to enhance AI-driven personalization and global reach.

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Egyptian investment platform Thndr is preparing to enter Saudi Arabia after securing initial regulatory approval, as assets on its platform approach $1 billion and the company expands its product portfolio across the region.

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DIFC Innovation Hub’s program accelerates tech integration in Dubai’s real estate sector, aligning with strategic goals.

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Leancubator’s economic meeting in Algiers strengthens ties between local tech and international capital.

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iStoria reaches 5 million users, highlighting Saudi tech sector’s global impact.

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Saudi unicorn Ninja is reportedly weighing a bid for HungerStation, potentially setting up a regional battle over Delivery Hero’s Middle East assets as global delivery giants circle the market.

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GCC meal subscription startup CALO has officially launched across Greater Muscat, expanding its regional footprint with a new flagship kitchen after demand exceeded expectations during its initial rollout in Oman.

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A comprehensive agreement with King Fahd Medical Research Center covers joint scientific research in mental health, alongside digital psychological support services, clinical supervision, and campus-wide awareness initiatives.

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Ras Al Khaimah-based SPARQ has secured $8.5 million in seed funding with participation from Andreessen Horowitz’s Scout Fund as it builds an AI-native game engine designed to empower millions of creators worldwide.

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Kuwaiti beauty and fashion e-commerce platform Boutiqaat is reportedly preparing for a stock market debut that could value the company at more than $1 billion, potentially becoming Kuwait’s first publicly listed e-commerce company.

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