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Bahrain FinTech Bay reveals strategy for innovation and growth
Bahrain FinTech Bay (BFB), Bahrain’s fintech ecosystem builder, has revealed its 2024 strategy aimed at propelling Bahrain’s fintech sector to new heights. Following its acquisition by the...
Rwanda’s Ampersand raises USD 19.5 million
Ampersand, Africa’s first electric transport energy company, has raised $19.5 million in funding led by Ecosystem Integrity Fund (EIF) and is joined by Acumen and Hard Edged Hope Fund. In addition, th...
UAE farm harvests EUR 5mln from carbon credits
An innovative agricultural project in the United Arab Emirates, has marked a significant milestone by generating 5 million euros from carbon credit sales. This achievement illustrates a successful ble...
Samsung to exhibit more C-Lab startups at CES 2024
Samsung announced it will be showcasing new innovative projects developed from its C-Lab program at CES® 2024, which runs from January 9 through 12. During the showcase, Samsung will highlight 15 star...
Impact Summit positions Abu Dhabi in the forefront of innovation and entrepreneurship
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Hub71 have partnered to launch the groundbreaking Impact Summit in Abu Dhabi, positioning the Emirate at the forefront of the global tech innovation and entr...
Riyadh Valley Company invests in IMPACT46 Fund III
Riyadh Valley Company, the investment arm of King Saud University, announces its investment in IMPACT46 Fund III. The Fund invests in technology startups that provide new and innovative solutions capa...
Fawry and Simple Touch to enhance digital payments for the restaurant industry
Fawry partnered with Simple Touch to enhance digital payments for the restaurant industry in the MENA region by integrating Simple Touch’s restaurant management systems with financial technologi...
Golden Gate Ventures establishes its presence in Saudi Arabia
Golden Gate Ventures, a venture capital fund, announced the establishment of its first MENA office in Saudi Arabia to strengthen ties between Singapore and MENA region and accelerate the development o...
Qashio enters into a partnership with Emirates Skywards
UAE-based fintech, Qashio entered into a new partnership with Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates, and flydubai. This exciting collaboration will enable customers to con...