LinkedIn launches ‘Open For Business’ feature for small businesses & freelancers
On Nov 4, 2019 LinkedIn launched its new 'Open for Business' feature - that allows entrepreneurs and freelancers to add their services to LinkedIn profiles.
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Gradeup – Noida-based edtech startup raises $7 Mn from Times Internet
Gradeup that helps students prepare for undergraduate and postgraduate courses has recently raised $7 million in a Series A round from Times Internet...
Dubai International Financial Centre Marks UAE Flag Day
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) proudly celebrates UAE Flag Day, honouring Emirati heritage, the history of the UAE and the vision of its wise leadership.
Riyad Bank launches new fintech fund of $26.6Mn
Riyad Bank on Tuesday launched its digital partnership program, with an investment of SR100 million ($26.6 million) investment fund for fintech startups.
Six final teams to compete in Ibtikari programme 5.0
The six final teams will compete in the Ibtikari 5.0, a five-month incubation programme designed to help UAE nationals advance their tech start-ups.
Dubai’s W Ventures to Invest $50Mn to create an eSports Platform for MENA
The platform will be developed in collaboration with Virginia, US-based marketing agency RedPeg to boost the eSports ecosystem in the MENA region.
HH Sheikh Mohammed launches Dubai ‘Future Labs’
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on Monday launched Dubai Future Labs - four high-tech laboratories on aviation, energy, blockchain and entrepreneurship
Dubai-based Repeat raises $2.5m in a Series A round
Repeat helps restaurants increase their revenues while giving targeted and tailored rewards to their most loyal customers.
Expo 2020 Dubai is going to be 100% green
The 422MW of energy used during Expo 2020 Dubai will be 100 percent generated from renewable sources.
Swvl’s co-founder and COO Mahmoud Nouh leaves the company
The Cairo-based startup has recently reported that Mahmoud Nouh, the COO and a co-founder of Swvl has left the company to pursue his personal endeavours.
IMF Regional Economic Outlook report calls for reforms to promote job-rich growth
The challenging global economic environment and lower oil prices place a greater onus on MENAP countries to strengthen institutions and foster private investment.
Daman Corporate Health and Wellness Awards recognise 11 Healthiest workplaces
The sixth edition of the Daman Corporate Health and Wellness Awards recognised eleven companies in the UAE for prioritising employee health and wellbeing.