Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – String, a Saudi-based marketing automation platform, has successfully closed a $533K pre-seed investment round, backed by a group of angel investors. This funding marks a significant milestone in the startup’s journey to revolutionize marketing automation and customer engagement across the MENA region. Founded in 2023 by Tariq Tailakh and Muayad Qanadilo, […]
Istanbul, Turkey – Aktif Bank’s subsidiary, Aktif Ventures, has announced a strategic partnership with digital asset infrastructure provider Fuze. Through this collaboration, Aktif Ventures has integrated Fuze’s crypto trading, custody, and OTC services into its API marketplace, Apilion. As part of its mission to foster fintech innovation, Aktif Ventures has expanded its product portfolio with […]
Istanbul, Turkey – Aktif Bank’s subsidiary, Aktif Ventures, has announced a strategic partnership with digital asset infrastructure provider Fuze. Through this collaboration, Aktif Ventures has integrated Fuze’s crypto trading, custody, and OTC services into its API marketplace, Apilion. As part of its mission to foster fintech innovation, Aktif Ventures has expanded its product portfolio with […]
The MENA region is entering a transformative chapter in financial services, where seamless communication meets cutting-edge technology. Leading this change is a remarkable collaboration between Unifonic, the region’s leading AI-powered communication platform, and Ottu, an Online payment management system . A new age is dawning with this Mutual Collaboration Agreement (MCA), one that promises to […]
Bahrain – StartUp Bahrain, the leading platform for startups in the Kingdom of Bahrain, supported by the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), has announced a strategic partnership with Spring Venture Services, a subsidiary of Salica Investments. The collaboration aims to enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Bahrain by providing startups with essential resources, strategic guidance, and access to investment […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Mohami, a pioneering Saudi startup specializing in AI-driven legal consultancy, has successfully closed a pre-seed investment round worth SAR 1 million, raising the company’s valuation to SAR 15 million. The newly acquired funding will be utilized to strengthen Mohami’s presence in the Saudi market and expand its service offerings to meet the increasing […]
Mush Social, the leading social platform, announced its full acquisition of Pubbles, one of the region’s earliest and most prominent social media applications. This strategic move aims to expand Mush Social’s user base and reinforce its digital presence. The acquisition follows the remarkable success of Pubbles, which was incubated under the TAQADAM Accelerator program affiliated […]
SoftBank is close to finalizing a $40 billion primary investment in OpenAI at a $260 billion pre-money valuation, sources told CNBC’s David Faber. SoftBank would pay out the funding, which would mean a $300 billion post-money valuation for OpenAI, over the next 12 to 24 months, with the first payment coming as soon as spring, Faber […]
Proper personal financial management is essential for achieving financial stability and success in the long term. Setting a solid financial plan can make a great difference in a place like the UAE, which is characterized by a high cost of living and variety of financial opportunities. This guide intends to give you a better understanding […]
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has launched the Dubai Financial Experts Program, with the aim of developing the next generation of Emirati leaders who will drive innovation within financial institutions in Dubai, the UAE, and globally. The programme, designed to graduate Emirati leaders, is being delivered in collaboration with the Mohammed bin Rashid Center […]