Dubai-based SpiderSilk raises $500K in a seed round led by Global Ventures
Dubai-based cybersecurity startup SpiderSilk has raised $500K in a seed funding round led by Global Ventures along with participation from FutureTech...
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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.
[Exclusive] Dubai-based Adasat.com raises $350K from regional investors
Adasat.com is a new e-commerce platform based in Dubai, has recently raised $350,000 with the help of local investors.
Saudi sneakers brand Nejree raises $4 Mn to enter UAE
Saudi-based premier online sneaker shoe brand Nejree has today made the announcement of its $4 million funding raised in a Pre-Series A round
Dubai International Financial Centre Celebrates UAE’s 48th National Day
DIFC celebrated UAE’s 48th National Day with cultural activities and performances including traditional music & dance reflecting the national values of UAE.
Dubai International Financial Centre welcomes global payments pioneer WorldFirst
The Centre’s comprehensive financial ecosystem continues to attract global leaders to the region and facilitate opportunities for sector pioneers to scale operations across the MEASA
Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre returns with Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2019
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SharjahEF), organized by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), will be taking place on November 25th & 26th 2019...
MEED Awards qualifiers recognised for role in developing the region’s knowledge-based economy
MEED has announced the finalists for the third edition of the MEED Awards, which celebrate the contribution of the private sector in developing a knowledge-based economy in the GCC.
Tabby, UAE-based fintech startup raises $2 Mn in a seed round led by Global Founders Capital
The UAE-based fintech startup, Tabby on Monday raised $2 million in a seed round led by Global Founders Capital with Wamda and Arbor Ventures
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.
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.
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.
Meddy – GCC-based Doctor booking platform raises $2.5Mn
Meddy, a GCC-based doctor booking platform and currently the largest one in Qatar has raised $2.5Mn in a Series A round to scale operations in the UAE.