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Middle East
The GCC and broader Middle East.
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Riyadh Air and Mastercard Launch Strategic Partnership to Transform Travel Payments
Riyadh Air and Mastercard are partnering to create a fully digital travel ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, introducing branded credit and prepaid cards, virtual B2B travel payment solutions, an
Property Finder Highlights Key Residential Property Trends in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Ahead of 2026
Property Finder reveals shifting buyer behaviour in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with rising homeownership, growing demand for premium and larger homes, strong apartment activity, and increased c
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Invest Qatar to Spotlight Startup Ecosystem at Web Summit Qatar 2026
Invest Qatar will showcase the country’s startup ecosystem at Web Summit Qatar 2026 through the Startup Qatar Pavilion, highlighting business setup support, funding access, and partnershi
Fintech
Blockchain
GCC Could Unlock $500bn via Asset Tokenization by 2030
Up to $500 billion in value could be unlocked across the GCC by 2030 through real-world asset tokenization, with private markets, equities, and real estate leading adoption as regulation
Fintech
ADX Partners with Saal.ai to Launch Next-Generation AI-Enabled Market Data Platform
ADX teams up with Saal.ai to create an AI-driven market data platform, enhancing real-time distribution, analytics, and governance.
Property Finder Secures $170M Investment to Accelerate Growth
Property Finder raised $170 million from Mubadala, a UAE sovereign fund, and BECO Capital, reinforcing its leadership in MENA’s property market and accelerating AI-driven innovation acros
Biotech
Dubai SME Partners with Al Tadawi Healthcare to Boost Emirati-Owned SMEs
Dubai SME has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Al Tadawi Healthcare Group to expand procurement access, commercial visibility, and growth opportunities for Emirati-owned SMEs
AI & ML
BARQ, iOCO and PortfolioTech Form MENA Cloud Alliance
BARQ Systems, iOCO, and PortfolioTech have formed a strategic alliance to help MENA governments and enterprises modernize public services through secure, scalable cloud solutions, address
AI & ML
Saudi Arabia’s PR Sector Embraces AI and Data-Driven Communication
Saudi Arabia’s public relations industry is adopting performance-driven, AI-enhanced communication strategies.
Taranis Capital Launches Exclusive Global Investor Newsletter for Strategic Insights
Taranis Capital has introduced an invitation-only Global Investor Newsletter to provide sophisticated investors with curated updates on fund activations, sector-specific intelligence, and
AI & ML
MBZUAI Partners with AWS to Advance AI Research and Skills
MBZUAI and AWS launch a multi-year collaboration to boost AI research, technical training, and startup growth in the UAE.
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Careem Expands Services and AI Enhancements Across the UAE in 2025
Careem grew its Everything App in 2025, expanding services, cities, and AI-powered personalization.
AI & ML
Saudi Arabia Showcases Vision 2030 Progress at WEF Davos
Saudi Arabia hosted high-level delegates at WEF 2026, highlighting Vision 2030 initiatives, AI and digital infrastructure investments, advanced manufacturing, health collaborations, and u
Fintech
Riyadh Air and Huawei Partner on Smart Aviation
Riyadh Air has signed an MoU with Huawei to build a next-generation digital ecosystem, enhancing booking, loyalty, and travel experiences.
AI & ML
MBZUAI Opens Applications for First Ph.D. Cohort in Human-Computer Interaction
MBZUAI has opened applications for its first Ph.D. cohort in Human-Computer Interaction, starting Fall 2026.
AI & ML
Snowflake Launches AI Data Cloud on AWS UAE Region
Snowflake has made its AI Data Cloud generally available on AWS’s UAE region, enabling secure, low-latency, AI-powered data insights while supporting data residency, governance, and enter
AI & ML
Fintech
botim Integrates Microsoft Azure Voice AI to Advance Fintech Experience
Astra Tech’s botim has integrated Microsoft Azure’s Voice Live API, enabling real-time voice AI for seamless communication and fintech services, reinforcing its evolution into a fintech-f
AI & ML
ADSM Partners with Saal.ai to Embed AI in Executive Leadership
Abu Dhabi School of Management collaborates with Saal.ai to integrate AI-driven decision intelligence into management education, equipping future leaders with data-powered tools to enhanc
AI & ML