Egypt-based co-living platform Roomz.rent has successfully raised an undisclosed pre-seed funding round from Qora71, a UAE-based investor syndicate, along with several regional angel investors. The capital will be utilized to enhance the startup’s shared rental offerings across the MENA region, with an initial focus on expanding its presence in Egypt. Founded in Cairo in 2024...
An array of advances and innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) were presented by tech experts and in-house companies at a Business Breakfast event organized by the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park). The event was hosted under the slogan “Born in Sharjah, Built for the World.” Representatives from companies such as Al Hathboor...
Presight has announced the selection of 10 startups that will participate in its AI-Startup Accelerator, which aims to accelerate the growth of AI startups in various sectors. This initiative was launched after a thorough evaluation process that received 120 applications from AI startups across 17 countries, focusing on areas like Smart Cities, Fintech, Energy, AI...
Dubai Media City and Dubai Science Park will showcase their innovation pathways at Viva Technology (VivaTech), Europe’s largest start-up and tech event, scheduled to take place in Paris from June 11 to June 14, 2025. This year’s event will focus on several thematic areas, including sustainability, climate and mobility, health and longevity, as well as...
The ‘Pearl Quest’ competition, organized by the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), has successfully concluded, celebrating women-led startups in Sharjah. The grand finale highlighted the achievements of various female entrepreneurs, showcasing their innovative ideas and business models. Credit: WAM During the event, participants received recognition and support for their entrepreneurial efforts. The competition aimed to...
Saudi Arabia has successfully attracted 25 international startups that specialize in research, development, and innovation (RDI). This initiative is part of the Global Startup Attraction Program, which is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Investment and the Research, Development, and Innovation Authority. The selected companies come from strategic sectors that include future health, energy...
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...
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...
The global healthcare sector is experiencing a rapid transformation, driven by an urgent demand for scalable, technology-enabled solutions. The integration of technology across healthcare systems and services has shifted from being a long-term goal to an immediate priority, with digital health becoming essential for healthcare delivery. This momentum is particularly evident in the Middle East...
The FoodTech Challenge (FTC) has announced 42 innovative early-stage startups as semifinalists for their technology-driven solutions aimed at transforming global food systems. This year’s competition is organized by the International Affairs Office at the UAE Presidential Court and Tamkeen, in partnership with the Gates Foundation, ne’ma (the UAE’s Food Loss and Waste Initiative), and Silal,...