TAKER augments its proprietary technology platform to launch TakerGo
Saudi's SaaS startup TAKER has announced the launch of TakerGo, an advanced service to connect restaurants to on-demand delivery companies
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iKcon – Dubai’s cloud kitchen startup raises $5 Mn funding
Dubai's cloud kitchen platform iKcon has reportedly raised a whopping $5 million in a pre-Series A round led by Arzan VC, AlTouq Group and Nazer Group.
Unprecedented number of startups apply for DIFC FinTech Hive’s latest accelerator programme
DIFC FinTech Hive has attracted an unprecedented 620 global, regional and local applications for the signature programme.
Careem’s GM for Levant, Sabri Hakim joins Jordan’s edtech platform Abwaab
Jordan's Abwaab today announced that Sabri Hakim, former general manager at Careem for Levant, has joined Abwaab as the Co-founder & CEO
DIFC Academy and LexisNexis MENA to launch two new technology initiatives
The DIFC Academy and LexisNexis MENA are strengthening their strategic partnership with two new initiatives
Buzzy247 – UAE’s e-commerce ecosystem to launch B2B & B2C marketplace for SMEs in Dubai
Buzzy247, omnichannel e-commerce marketplace that connects existing local merchants and customers, is set to officially launch in August
Denarii Cash signs strategic partnerships in 11 countries to offer digital money transfer services
Dubai's Denarii Cash, a mobile money transfer app for expatriates in the UAE, has recently announced strategic partnerships 11 countries.
Lebanon’s Lemonade Fashion closes a pre-seed funding round
Lemonade Fashion, an online marketplace for made-to-order designers apparel, received pre-seed investment from Draper University Ventures in San Francisco.
Saudi’s Hazen.ai launches AI-powered software to improve road safety
Hazen.ai, a Saudi Arabia-based startup last week announced the launch of its AI-powered software that aims to improve road safety.
Iraq’s Lezzoo raises 7-figure seed funding
Iraq's Lezzoo, a delivery & e-payment platform last week raised 7-figure seed funding from Northern Gulf Partners and Pay It Forward Venture Capital.
PayBy partners with LuLu to provide contactless & secure payment options
UAE's PayBy has reportedly partnered with LuLu Group, and launched contactless payment options across LuLu's 60 hypermarkets and stores in the UAE.
SEAF announces ASMA Invest, a new investor to support startups and innovation in Morocco
SEAF Morocco Growth Fund (SMGF) welcomes ASMA Invest as a new investor to support innovation and startups across Morocco.