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Jisr closes $30m investment round led by Merak Capital

Saudi Jisr successfully closes $30m investment round by Merak Capital

Jisr, founded in 2016, caters to 16 sectors and operates from its offices in Riyadh and Hadhramaut

Support for SMEs - Adnan Amin, CEO, COP28 and Ahmed Khalifa Al Qubaisi, CEO, Abu Dhabi Chamber

COP28 unveils programme to help MENA SMEs action net-zero strategies

COP28 and SME Climate Hub for MENA will provide free access to tools and resources to implement emission reduction strategies

Mohamed Amine Belarbi of Cypherleak Image Supplied

Hub71-based Cypherleak raises $750,000 in seed round

Cypherleak allows companies to track their leaked passwords and information on both the public web and dark web

Hub71 RemotePass partner to help SMEs Image Hub71

Abu Dhabi: Hub71, RemotePass partner to support startups with HR needs

A Hub71 startup since 2020, Remotepass has successfully scaled its business to become a key partner of the ecosystem

Growdash

SME story: Interview with Sean Trevaskis, Enver Sorkun, founders of Growdash

Understanding the specific needs of restaurant owners and operators was crucial to developing a solution that could make a meaningful impact

MAF fosters entrepreneurship with Launchpad X

Here’s how MAF is connecting MENA startups with global markets

The Launchpad X concept store is home to a diverse range of local brands that have displayed outstanding innovation and growth potential

DCAI Accelerator Programmes attract 615 global startups Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai Centre for AI: Accelerator Programmes attract hundreds of global startups

Successful applicants will be invited to Dubai to work closely with government agencies to develop their projects and prepare for their implementation

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Startup reading list: 8 inspiring books for entrepreneurs

Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, these reads will equip you with the tools and wisdom to navigate the exciting world of startups

DIFC innovation Hub launches FinTech Accelerator Programme 2023 Image Dubai Media Office DIFC

DIFC Innovation Hub kicks off FinTech Accelerator Programme 2023

A total of 20 startups will be onboarded during the ninth edition of the programmen

Agthia Ventures launched Image Agthia Group

Abu Dhabi-based Agthia Group launches $54m CVC fund

The fund is stage-agnostic and will invest primarily in companies with clear product-market fit that are demonstrating revenue growth

Dubai SME members awarded Dhs1.12bn in contracts in 2022 Image credit GettyImages-1214946297-e1682524082437

Dubai SME members receive Dhs1.12bn in contracts in 2022

The contribution of Dubai government bodies was worth Dhs552.51m, while federal government entities granted contracts worth Dhs88.2m

Twig

SME story: Interview with Chafic Idriss, Rayan Antonios, Karam El Dik, founders of Twig

We facilitate effective goal planning and provide a user-friendly experience to help individuals achieve their financial objectives

FOO

SME story: Interview with Ghady Rayess, managing director of FOO

Financial services embedded into existing business models are no longer optional, but necessary

School Hack

SME story: Interview with Youseff Youseff, COO and Muhammed Khalid, CEO of School Hack

The platform utilises AI to relieve students of extra mental labour, personalise learning materials based on individual learning styles, and provide valuable insights to educators

15 cool startups joining hub71 in 2023 as part of its first cohort Image Hub71

These 15 innovative startups are set to join Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 this year

The startups, part of Hub71’s first cohort of the year, originate from the UAE, US, New Zealand, Egypt, the Netherlands and the UK

Sheikh Hamdan approves new 'future' model of Dubai SME Image Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Hamdan approves new ‘future’ model of Dubai SME

The strategy will enable a flexible and diversified future economy, contributing approximately Dhs9bn to the GDP and creating 86,000 job opportunities

DIFC innovation Hub AECB sign agreement to support fintechs

DIFC Innovation Hub, AECB to empower fintech startups in the UAE

The bureau will enable the DIFC Innovation Hub community to tap into new data sets to boost fintech development in the UAE market

MBZUAI

MBZUAI, OurCrowd Arabia ink MoU to boost funding for AI startups, research

The agreement will enhance Abu Dhabi’s AI innovation ecosystem via strategic partnerships with key government and government-related entities

Meydan Free Zone

Meydan Free Zone and noon.com collaborate to drive SME growth

noon.com will offer its seller onboarding services through Meydan Marketplace

Dubai Culture launches mobtakir

Dubai Culture launches Mobtakir diploma for entrepreneurs

Applications are currently open and without charge to all UAE residents, including students, professionals, and small business owners until May 20

Ahmad Ali Alwan_Impact Event by HUb71

Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 sees robust 102% growth in in 2022

Hub71 and its focus on driving impact for startups and Abu Dhabi has led to the facilitation of 41 POCs for corporate partners valued at Dhs160m by the end of 2022

Chaitanya Peddi - Co-founder of Darwinbox

SME story: Darwinbox co-founder Chaitanya Peddi on HR tech and the firm’s partnership with Microsoft

HR tech firm Darwinbox and software giant Microsoft are collaborating to redefine the ‘future of work’

The COFE Team Image location courtesy: Emirati Coffee Co.

COFE raises $15m in Series B funding round

Last year, COFE announced a partnership with the Saudi Coffee Company with a mandate to invest SAR1.2bn in the kingdom’s coffee sector by 2030

Purvi Munot Sav CEO

Homegrown startup Sav raises $750,000 in pre-seed round

The savings platform is part of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund’s (MBRIF) Innovation Accelerator programme

Investible Signing Event 27.02.23

Here’s how Hub71, Investible will support climate tech and other early-stage companies

The tech ecosystem’s startups will also gain access to Club Investible, a global network of more than 130 high-net-worth investors who provide capital and expertise

ShoeCare

SME Story: Interview with Rami Shaar, CEO of Washmen (ShoeCare)

When sourcing new talent, it is essential that we leverage their skills and readjust their mentality to the way we work

Patang

SME Story: Interview with Prabhakar Posam, CEO of Patang

In terms of the blockchain and metaverse, the Web3 industry is still in the early adoption stage with limited participation

Hub71 is Masdar City's official startup ecosystem partner

Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 named Masdar City’s official startup ecosystem partner

The entities will identify opportunities to collaborate in areas including mobility, food, health, and climate action

Fourth cycle of Flat6Labs Ignite program kicks off in Abu Dhabi

Fourth cycle of Flat6Labs Ignite programme kicks off in Abu Dhabi

Startups for the fourth cycle of the programme were picked after a comprehensive selection process involving over 960 applicants from across the world

Masdar city and AWS sign partnership

Masdar City, Amazon Web Services to help UAE startups scale operations

Startups will have access to technical support and architectural guidance from AWS Cloud support engineers, as well as technical and business training delivered by AWS experts