The UAE continues to strengthen its position as a regional startup hub, with $86.7m raised across 14 deals in May. This figure accounted for a major share of the $289m secured across the MENA region during the month which itself was a 25% increase from April.
UAE-based stablecoin startup SaturnX has secured $3m in seed funding to fuel its expansion into Southeast Asia. The round was led by White Star Capital with backing from multiple institutional investors. Founded in 2024, SaturnX provides an API platform for B2B money transmitters and financial services, enabling seamless digital dollar transfers. The startup has already
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.
When we talk about keeping customers forever, what we’re really talking about is loyalty. A common refrain is that it’s cheaper to retain a customer than find a new one, and having genuine loyalty means a steady stream of revenue and the ability to plan for the long-term.
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.
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