MENA startups raised $277 Mn in Q1 2020 – Top funding deals
MENA-based startups raised $277 million VC funding in the first quarter of 2020. Top funding deals came for Kitopi, Vezeeta, SellAnyCar, Nana, iMile & Okadoc
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Starzly – Dubai’s entertainment startup letting people book personalised experiences from superstars
Starzly is an innovative platform offering people with a quick and flexible avenue to book personalised experiences from their favourite people including celebrities
2019 Year in Review – MENA Startup Ecosystem stood at $704 Mn VC funding
The MENA startup ecosystem attracted a total venture capital of $704 million across 564 startups where UAE, Egypt and KSA topped the list.
Exclusive Interview: Kelly Lundberg on how she made fortune as a Celebrity Stylist & Business Mentor
A week after the International Women's Day 2020, a representative of LAFFAZ met Kelly Lundberg in Dubai to talk about her career and entrepreneurial journey.
How the Dubai-based insurtech ‘BuyAnyInsurance.com’ is making insurance buying a piece of cake
Dubai, UAE-based BuyAnyInsurance.com capitalises helps users compare various insurance options and make informed buying decisions effortlessly.
35 Most Influential Women Entrepreneurs of MENA – 2020
Here's to the list of most influential women entrepreneurs of the Middle East and North Africa - creating a consistent impact for the business fraternity.
2019, a record year for Saudi startup ecosystem with 71 deals raising $67M VC funding
2019 is a record year for the Saudi startup ecosystem with a total of 71 investment deals raising over $67 million.
Union Budget 2020 – Reactions from experts
Union Budget 2020 has seen some massive reforms and initiatives. Some go in sync with the expectations while some go in contrast. Here are the reactions.
Union Budget 2020, Expectations & Wishlist from startups
Here you can watch the Union Budget 2020 presentation and compare it with the curated list of expectations and wishlist from startups given below...
How Tweak India, the platform by Twinkle Khanna is augmenting the state of Women Empowerment
The 45-year-old Twinkle Khanna, a Bollywood superstar back in September launched her digital content platform called Tweak India...
How Aalna Corp is building environment-friendly homes & boosting independent artists
Founded in March 2018 by Mayank Kharkwal and Ruhnees Rao Gharu, Aalna Corp is a real-estate construction & consulting and influencer management company.
Exclusive Interview with Laura Tynan – Business Coach & Award-Winning Speaker
It is our privilege to be presenting this interview with Laura Tynan, the founder of Laura Tynan Ltd. centred around empowering women in business..