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Myths and Misconceptions Surrounding VAT

With the onset of the New Year, a five per cent levy on most goods and services was introduced in the UAE in the form of Value-Added Tax (VAT).

Entrepreneurs’ Organization Shares Top VAT Tips for UAE Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) UAE, the local chapter of the dynamic global network of entrepreneurs, reported that its members experienced a seamless transition to VAT this week.

Apple Buys Canadian Startup Buddybuild

Apple has acquired Canadian startup Buddybuild. According to industry experts, the latest acquisition has been done to further strengthen the company’s iOS development platform.

Creative Tech House Brndstr Aims For Global Expansion With New Executive Team

After 4 years of leading Dubai-based creative tech firm Brndstr, Founder Simon Hudson, has stepped down from his role as CEO.

Keeping Customers Loyal to Brands

Mujeeb Rahman, the COO of Bebuzzd, speaks to My Startup World about the company’s plans for 2018

Squarespace Raises $200 Million Funding at a $1.7B Valuation

Squarespace, the 14-year-old platform that makes it easy for essentially anyone to build their own website, is raising about $200 million from General Atlantic

Shervin Pishevar Resigns From Sherpa Capital

Hyperloop One co-founder and early Uber investor Shervin Pishevar has announced his resignation from Sherpa Capital,

Crypto Finance Raises Funding to Apply for Swiss Banking License

Virtual currency investment firm Crypto Finance has closed a EUR13 million capital raise to fund an application for a Swiss banking license.

Mega-Malls Boost GCC Retail Market to $300 Billion by 2018

Mega-malls are boosting the GCC’s retail market to nearly $300 billion by 2018, driving investment in aluminum ceilings to enhance the customer experience, mall safety and sustainability, indust...