For the first time, merchants and acquirers in Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) can now leverage USDC across Mastercard’s global payments network and benefit from its trusted technology, reach and scale. Middle East: As stablecoins continue to solve real-world challenges and improve efficiencies across a range of use-cases, Mastercard and Circle are deepening their […]
DMCC signs MoU with Swedish fintech Vermiculus to Boost Fintech Innovation
Agreement highlights DMCC’s commitment to innovation and knowledge exchange with global fintech leaders MoU builds on DMCC’s strategy to foster innovation, strengthen fintech infrastructure, and deepen ties with Nordic markets Partnership to deliver new opportunities for DMCC’s nearly 26,000 member companies across its ecosystems Dubai, UAE: DMCC, the leading international business district that drives the […]
UAE-Based Maalexi Secures Up To $20M Islamic Credit Facility From Amwal Capital Partners
Dubai, UAE: Maalexi, a next-generation B2B food and agri platform has today announced that it has secured a shariah-compliant credit facility of up to $20 million from Amwal Capital Partners (ACP), a leading independent firm specializing in alternative investments across the MENA region. The strategic agreement will start with a US$ 5 million tranche of […]
CICC Capital and BlueFive Capital Kick Off Private Equity Fund for GCC Gateway Opportunities
Beijing, China / Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, August 26, 2025: CICC Capital, the private equity investment platform of China International Capital Corporation Limited, teamed up with BlueFive Capital, a global investment platform originating out of the GCC, to collaborate on the establishment of a fund targeting Chinese companies in the new economy sector, focusing […]
UAE Emerges as Global Web3 Powerhouse with ADGM at the Forefront
Abu Dhabi/Dubai – August 2025 — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is rapidly cementing its position as a global Web3 powerhouse, driven by visionary government initiatives, clear regulatory frameworks, and strong investor interest, according to industry experts. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are spearheading innovation in digital assets, with the Dubai AI and Web3 Campus and […]
AIJRF launches the Arab’s first initiative to integrate AI into Government Communications
Dr. Mohamed Abdulzaher: AI-Powered GovComms Initiative (AIGC) aims to embed AI and advanced technologies across all government communication processes. Free training programme for more than 1,000 Arab government communication officials Ten government entities to support the initiative in its first phase Universities and educational institutions urged to adopt integrated AI-driven government communication programmes Dubai -AIJRF: The […]
Singapore-based HR tech firm X0PA AI opens Regional Headquarters in Dubai
This expansion brings the world’s first AI Verify-endorsed HRTech Talent Intelligence platform and its comprehensive AI-native recruitment ecosystem to the UAE market. Singapore-based artificial intelligence recruitment platform X0PA AI has announced plans to establish its regional headquarters in Dubai. This expansion brings the world’s first AI Verify-endorsed HRTech Talent Intelligence platform and its comprehensive AI-native […]
American Express Card Payments now accepted at Skiply
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – American Express Middle East has announced its latest merchant agreement with Skiply, the leading educational mobile payment app in UAE powered by RAKBANK, to provide American Express Card Members with a seamless and secure solution for managing school-related payments in over 400 educational merchants including schools in the United Arab Emirates. […]
UAE-based proptech Holo raised $22M to improve homeownership across the UAE and Saudi Arabia
● Round led by The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Impact46 with support from Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala, Rua Growth Fund, anb seed, MoreThan Capital, with returning participation from Salica Oryx Fund and Dubai Future District Fund ● The United Arab Emirates and The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s property markets are growing by 8.66% and 8.77% annually through 2030, […]
Ajyad Capital Partners with Ratings Intelligence to Advance Shari’ah-Compliant Investment Solutions, Supported by Velexa Technology
Ajyad Capital, a leading Shari’ah-compliant investment firm established in Bahrain and licensed by the Central Bank of Bahrain since 2003, today announced a strategic partnership with Ratings Intelligence, a UK-based provider of Shari’ah advisory services. This collaboration will integrate advanced Shari’ah-compliance technology into Ajyad Capital’s upcoming fully digital trading application, made for investors throughout the […]