2.5 years of hard work and an $8mln investment pay off: Meet the new B2TRADER

After initiating the first development plan of B2TRADER in 2022 and introducing the first version of its crypto trading platform in March 2024, B2BROKER announces another massive milestone. The new B2TRADER expands its capabilities to include crypto spot, crypto derivatives, Forex and CFDs. The company invested a whopping $8 million in two and a half years to […]

Visa and ADGM Academy sign MoU to advance UAE financial sector innovation and talent development

Visa, a world leader in digital payments, today announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ADGM Academy (ADGM Academy), the educational arm of ADGM. Under the framework of the MoU, Visa and ADGM Academy will collaborate to foster innovation, education, and professional development within the UAE’s financial sector, aligning with the national strategy, “We […]

Imminent Middle East expansion for South Asian fashion marketplace, LAAM, as it raises $5.5mln seed round

LAAM (“the Company”), a tech-enabled South Asian fashion marketplace serving global customers, announces a US$5.5 million seed funding round. The funding round was led by Dubai-based Disrupt.com and Zayn VC, with participation from Graph Ventures, Mentors Fund, and tech leaders from Oracle, Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce among others. The proceeds will assist LAAM’s regional expansion into the Middle East. The Company […]

ADIB Ventures partners with Lean Technologies to deliver innovative products

ADIB Ventures, an initiative launched by Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has signed a strategic partnership with Lean Technologies, the MENA region’s premier fintech infrastructure provider. The announcement was made in coordination with Hub71 at Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2024, where the organisations shared their vision of advancing financial innovation and delivering enhanced banking solutions. […]

UAE tech leaders anticipate stronger demand for AI and cloud capabilities over next 12 months: KPMG tech report

Photo: Mohamad Majid, Partner, Digital and Innovation at KPMG Lower Gulf. The UAE is emerging as a trailblazer in AI adoption, with leaders implementing AI and data analytics and a vast majority (96%) planning to enhance cloud capabilities in the next 12 months. KPMG UAE’s latest annual tech report, ‘Tech Titans Blueprint’, shows that the […]

Survey by Parisima Talent reveals what UAE employees really want

Employees in the UAE are increasingly prioritising financial rewards, professional development, health and wellness programmes, and hybrid work models, according to the latest report by Parisima Talent, a strategic talent acquisition business within Dulsco Group. As companies continue to navigate a rapidly evolving job market, the insights from this report offer valuable guidance for organisations […]

Pathfinder highlights 2025 GCC retail trends

Pathfinder Global, a leading innovator in AI-driven retail intelligence, highlights the top retail trends expected to shape the GCC market in 2025. These predictions highlight key drivers and emerging themes in the region’s evolving retail landscape. The GCC’s retail sector is entering 2025 with significant momentum, boosted by a rising population, a growing number of […]

Fuze Partners with Fils to launch the first digital asset sustainability solution in the region

In a groundbreaking partnership poised to reshape the region’s financial and environmental landscape, Fuze, a leading digital assets infrastructure provider in MENA, and Fils, an award-winning platform embedding sustainability and climate action into business operations, have joined forces to launch the first-of-its-kind sustainable digital asset solution in the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey. This partnership […]

Pioneering Graphene-Enriched Carbon Fibre Production in Saudi Arabia: OCH and GIM Drive Vision 2030 Forward

In a historic development for Saudi Arabia’s advanced materials landscape, Organized Chaos Holding (OCH), in partnership with Graphene Innovations Manchester (GIM), has officially launched GIM GrapheneFibre® (Graphene Fiber Company Ltd) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This new venture marks the world’s first commercial production of graphene-enriched carbon fibre, putting the Kingdom at the forefront […]

Lacasa Group Ventures into Real Estate Development with Lacasa Living – Projects Worth AED 1.2 Billion Planned for 2025

Lacasa, a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering firm renowned in the region for its decade-long design expertise, has announced its strategic entry into real estate development through the launch of its new division, Lacasa Living. This marks a transformative step for the company, which has been instrumental in delivering landmark projects across residential, hospitality, and mixed-use […]