The UAE’s legal technology landscape received another boost with local startup Qanooni raising $2m in a pre-seed funding round. Qanooni is developing an AI-powered platform designed to enhance legal workflows by integrating seamlessly with tools like Microsoft Outlook and Word.

Abu Dhabi-based live events company Ethara has unveiled the UAE’s first dedicated sports entrepreneurship incubator, the Ethara 1TW Innovation Hub (E1H).

The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development has announced a new collaboration with Inovartic Investment to accelerate the growth of the UAE’s gaming sector. The initiative aims to support emerging game developers through a combination of incubation, expert training, and financial backing.

UAE-based immersive video platform Vuz has secured $12m in a pre-Series C funding round to support its growth in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and beyond.

Dubai is gaining recognition as a secure and attractive destination for tech startups and investors, according to insights shared at the British Chamber of Commerce Dubai’s (BCCD) recent Tech Business Briefing held at the DIFC Innovation Hub.

Turkish eCommerce platform Trendyol has announced a strategic partnership with Saudi-based retail tech company Zid, aimed at accelerating digital growth for SMEs in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Global Village is calling on entrepreneurs, SMEs, and large-scale companies to register for Season 30, offering a platform to showcase innovative concepts and grow their businesses in a high-footfall, multicultural environment.

UAE-based digital assets startup Fuze has secured $12.2m in a Series A funding round, bringing its total funding to $20m. The raise comes amid growing interest in crypto infrastructure and signals investor confidence in the region’s fintech sector.

Dubai will host a major international gathering in 2026 bringing together global AI thought leaders from a range of disciplines including academia, technology, and business.