Saudi fintech startups secure $2m investment
Thirteen Saudi fintech startups have attracted nearly $2m in investment interest at the Biban Forum 2025’s Investors Arena, an interactive platform connecting entrepreneurs
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UAE to invest $46bn in transport upgrades by 2030
The UAE will invest more than $46bn in national roads and transport projects by 2030 to reduce congestion and improve mobility. Federal road
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KSA-based WakeCap acquires Brazilian Trackfy
Saudi-based WakeCap has acquired Brazilian workforce safety and operations platform Trackfy, marking a significant expansion into the Latin American market.
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UAE hospital reaches top digital healthcare standard
Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai has become the UAE’s first healthcare facility to achieve the HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 accreditation, the highest global
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MENA M&A activity rises 23% in 2025 so far
M&A activity across the MENA region grew 23% year on year in the first nine months of 2025, reaching 649 deals worth $69.1bn.
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Dubai Chamber adds 53,838 new firms through Sept 2025
Dubai Chamber of Commerce reported solid performance during the first nine months of 2025, underscoring its role in driving economic growth and supporting
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UAE leads EMEA in AI-driven productivity gains
Businesses in the UAE are reporting some of the strongest productivity gains from AI in the entire EMEA region, according to a new
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Strong Q4 2025 growth for Dubai real estate
Dubai’s residential real estate market is expected to maintain steady momentum through Q4 2025, supported by population growth, visa accessibility, and developer diversification
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Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 startups secure $2.45bn in funding
Hub71’s startup community has reached a major milestone, with nearly 300 companies collectively raising $2.45bn in funding and generating $1.36bn in revenue.
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Qatar concludes 10th edition of SME Program
The Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council has completed the 10th edition of its SME Program, underscoring its commitment to advancing Qatar’s