Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has launched a specialized incubator within its Center of Digital Entrepreneurship aimed at supporting the growth of AI startups. This initiative enhances the Kingdom’s position as a regional innovation hub and highlights the critical role that artificial intelligence plays in driving digital economic growth. The incubator...
Abu Dhabi healthcare group PureHealth is pursuing its second consecutive acquisition of a leading European hospital operator, this time targeting Luz Saude, which is based in Portugal. Luz Saude operates a network of 20 hospitals across Portugal and Madeira. This potential deal would enable PureHealth to enhance its European presence following its recent acquisition of...
Google has officially launched its second Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First program aimed at the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkiye (MENA-T) region. This 12-week initiative focuses on empowering promising Seed to Series A startups that are leveraging artificial intelligence. The program offers essential infrastructure, tools, and expertise necessary for these startups to scale...
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Justice Walid Al-Samaani met with Japan’s Minister of Justice Keisuke Suzuki in Tokyo to discuss strengthening judicial ties between their countries. During this official visit, Al-Samaani showcased the Kingdom’s recent legal and judicial reforms, which are backed by the Saudi leadership. He highlighted initiatives such as specialized legislation designed to provide...
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has reported a 13% increase in the number of companies from Singapore. This announcement follows DMCC’s first-ever roadshow in Singapore, which was aimed at promoting Dubai as a top business destination. Credit: Government of Dubai Media Office During the roadshow, DMCC signed a partnership agreement with Hawksford, a leading...
Emirates and Air Mauritius have renewed their strategic partnership, focusing on a reciprocal codesharing agreement that will enhance cooperation on select routes. This renewed collaboration aims to provide greater travel options for passengers and improve connectivity between the two airlines. Credit: Government of Dubai Media Office The partnership allows both Emirates and Air Mauritius to...
Flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced the resumption of direct flights to Damascus, which marks a significant milestone in restoring travel links to Syria after more than a decade. Starting June 1, 2025, the airline will operate daily flights from Terminal 2 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Damascus International Airport (DAM). This initiative aims...
Indian tech firm Zoho has entered into a partnership with UAE-based fintech company areeba to enhance digital services for businesses across the Middle East. This agreement was formalized at Seamless Dubai 2025 and includes a significant investment of $5 million in wallet credits, allowing areeba’s customers to access Zoho’s suite of more than 55 cloud-based...
New York-based Elevate has successfully acquired RISE Group, which is a marketing and commercial services consultancy located in Riyadh and Dubai. The financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, and the deal is subject to customary regulatory approval. This acquisition signifies Elevate’s entry into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, as the company...
The Saudi Ministry of Economy and Planning and Spain’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Business have formalized a new agreement to bolster economic relations between the two nations. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed on Wednesday by Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim and the visiting Spanish Minister of Economy, Trade, and...