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Apple announces expansion in Saudi Arabia, first retail stores opening in 2026
Apple has unveiled plans for expansion in Saudi Arabia. First Apple store locations starting in 2026.
Google partners with Hub71 to accelerate Abu Dhabi’s startup growth
Hub71 has entered into a strategic partnership with Google to bring the tech giant’s ‘Google for Startups’ program to Abu Dhabi
Saudi Arabia’s Merak Capital launches $80 million fund to support gaming startups
Merak Capital launches an $80 million fund and accelerator to support gaming startups across the MENA region
Oman’s climate tech startup that turns carbon into solid rock secures $37 million funding
Oman-based climate tech startup 44.01 has closed a $37 million Series A funding round to propel its innovative carbon capture and storage technology.
Alef Education aims for $2.5 billion valuation in UAE’s first edtech IPO
Alef Education is seeking a valuation of up to $2.57 billion in the first-ever listing of an edtech firm in UAE
Turkish fintech giant Papara acquires SadaPay – What’s next for Pakistan’s fintech sector?
Turkey's leading fintech Papara acquires SadaPay, a leading player in Pakistan's fintech space.
Saudi Arabia and UAE lead MENA’s gaming sector set to hit $6 billion by 2027
Saudi Arabia and UAE are set to lead the gaming industry in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, propelling it towards a valuation of $6 billion by 2027.
Saudi-based fintech Hala acquires UAE’s payment startup to expand regionally
Saudi-based fintech Hala acquires UAE’s payment startup to expand its foothold in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) regions.
Egyptian fintech MNT-Halan hits $1 billion valuation after $400M funding
Egypt’s leading fintech company MNT-Halan is securing $400 million in new equity and finance, bringing its valuation to more than $1 billion