Flow48 secures $69m in Series A funding
UAE-based Flow48 has successfully closed a $69m Series A funding round. This is a key step in the fintech’s mission to redefine access to capital for underserved SMEs across the MENA region.
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e& reports record performance for 2024
e& (formerly Etisalat) has posted financial results for 2024, reporting a consolidated net profit of $2.9bn, marking a 4.3% increase year-over-year.
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Build first, fund later: Why an MVP still matters
MVPs have been getting bad press lately. Not so long ago, launching an MVP was the gold standard; many of the world’s most successful tech giants – Facebook, Airbnb, and Dropbox – owe their success to this approach
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Dubai leader in infrastructure safety
Encardio Rite is set to host Safe Dubai 2025 on February 27th at The Grand Hyatt Dubai to address the city’s ongoing urban development efforts and reinforcing its position as a global leader in infrastructure resilience and safety.
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Deyaar launches Aya Residences
Leading UAE real estate developer Deyaar Development has launched its first-ever residential project in Umm Al Quwain.
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Emirates SkyCargo wins global award
Emirates SkyCargo has been awarded the title of ‘International airline of the year’ at the STAT Times International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo. The award highlights the airline’s crucial role in shaping global logistics and facilitating international trade.
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Bahrain logistics platform expands to KSA
Digital logistics platform Parcel has announced its expansion into Riyadh, having already revolutionised delivery services for over 3,000 businesses in Bahrain and completed more than 1.5 million deliveries.
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Trump’s first 100 days: What it means for Gulf businesses
The first 100 days has always been something of a benchmark for any new president. After all, it’s a quick way of assessing just how much impact the new leader has had in a short period, and which campaign promises are being delivered on first.
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UAE SMEs enter 2025 with optimism
SMEs in the UAE are entering 2025 with strong confidence, driven by a thriving digital economy, strong government support and improved financial access, according to the latest Mastercard SME Confidence Index.
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UAE ranks 10th globally in soft power
The UAE has secured 10th place in the Global Soft Power Index 2025, marking a significant milestone in its global influence. The annual index, published by Brand Finance, evaluates 193 countries based on insights from 173,000 business leaders and policymakers.