Shorooq backs Yann LeCun’s AI startup AMI Labs in $1.03B seed round
The UAE-based investment firm joined a global investor group backing the Paris-headquartered artificial intelligence startup founded by former Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun.
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News and stories from the ever-growing startup ecosystem of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – the startups, investors, whopping funding rounds, and everything in between.
UAE Healthtech TruDoc Raises $15M From Al Nahyan and Al-Ketbi Families
The funding round, backed by Abu Dhabi’s Al Nahyan family and the Al-Ketbi family, will help TruDoc expand its virtual-first healthcare and hospital-at-home services across the GCC.
Iran-Linked Drone Strikes Disrupt Amazon AWS Data Centers in UAE and Bahrain
Middle East cloud infrastructure damaged amid ongoing conflict; services disrupted as recovery efforts continue
The Middle East’s Startup Funding Signals from February 2026: AI, IPOs, and Institutional Capital Are Reshaping the Market
Early 2026 funding rounds in the Middle East reveal new trends in AI investment, IPO readiness, and the rise of institutional-backed capital shaping the startup ecosystem.
The $100M AI Signal From Abu Dhabi That Startup Founders Shouldn’t Ignore
How Abu Dhabi’s $100M AI investment reveals a deeper shift in how sovereign capital is reshaping startup funding in 2026
Dubai ports chief Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem resigns after being named in Epstein files
U.S. Justice Department disclosures linking the DP World leader to Jeffrey Epstein trigger leadership change at the Dubai government-owned global ports operator.
Halo AI unveils enhanced agentic AI platform at 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai
The Saudi Arabia–launched startup returns to the Summit one year after winning the 1 Billion Pitches competition, reporting higher creator payouts, faster collaboration growth, and a major product update.
StarzPlay CEO Maaz Sheikh outlines strategy to grow viewership
StarzPlay CEO Maaz Sheikh outlines how exclusive sports rights, Arabic originals and AI-driven personalisation are shaping the streaming platform’s growth across the MENA region.
Meet Ayesha Shaik – UAE’s “First Phonics Teacher”: From Year-1 Classroom to a Public Literacy Movement
Ayesha Shaik, known as the UAE’s “First Phonics Teacher,” has grown from a Year-1 educator into a prominent advocate for literacy, teacher development, and inclusive learning, building a community-driven movement across the region.
Indian Firms’ Membership in Abu Dhabi Chamber Soars 38.4%
Registrations of Indian companies with the Abu Dhabi Chamber have surged at a 38.4% CAGR since 2019, reaching 17,457 active members by September 2025 — underscoring Abu Dhabi’s rising appeal as a business hub.
Huda Beauty ends partnership with Love Island star Huda Mustafa after viral livestream backlash
Huda Beauty has cut ties with Love Island star Huda Mustafa after a viral livestream backlash. The brand says the incident “does not reflect its values.”
SBI Enters Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs to Drive Data and AI-Led Innovation
Global consultancy SBI has entered Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs, strengthening its presence in the region’s booming AI and data sector. The Riyadh office marks a key step in supporting Vision 2030 and driving innovation-led transformation.