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Focus on High-Impact Sectors: Targeting fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, mobility, and logistics—industries ripe for disruption and poised for growth. 
 Generous Initial Funding: Each selected startup receives $100,000 to kickstart their venture, with opportunities for additional investment as they scale. 
 Intensive Four-Month Program: Comprehensive curriculum enhancing sales strategies, marketing efforts, and product development skills. 
 Lifetime Network Access: Ongoing support through a robust ecosystem of mentors, investors, and industry partners within the Orbit and Sanabil network. 
 Alignment with Saudi Arabia&#8217;s Vision 2030: Supporting national goals to become a global hub for digital innovation and diversify the economy.

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Empowering Daily Transactions: The new Meeza prepaid cards will allow users to effortlessly withdraw cash, make in-store purchases, and shop online anywhere within Egypt. 
 Seamless Financial Management: Cardholders can take the reins of their finances through PayMint&#8217;s intuitive mobile app, keeping an eye on usage, managing their cards, and checking balances on the fly. 
 Boosting Cashless Initiatives: This move aligns with Egypt&#8217;s ongoing efforts to reduce cash dependency, pushing the envelope towards electronic payments and financial inclusivity. 
 Catering to Diverse Users: From permanent and temporary workers to freelancers and suppliers, the cards are designed to streamline the receipt of payments and offer a suite of convenient services. 
 Prioritizing Security: With the latest PCI-DSS certification under its belt, PayMint ensures top-tier security and confidentiality of customer data, setting a high bar for safety standards.

Strategic Partnership to Boost Startups: Mintiply Capital and Fuel Venture Capital are collaborating to support early-stage startups throughout the GCC, focusing particularly on the UAE. 
 Creation of a Special Investment Vehicle: They plan to establish a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to identify and invest in high-potential startups, providing them with the needed capital and mentorship. 
 Bringing Decades of Experience: Fuel Venture Capital brings over 80 years of combined venture funding experience and a diverse portfolio that spans 32 countries, enhancing the global reach of this initiative. 
 Aligning with the UAE’s Vision: Mintiply Capital will offer strategic guidance and support to local startups, aligning their efforts with the UAE’s goals for innovation-driven economic growth and diversification.

Big Win for TAP: The funding round, led by Invest International from the Netherlands and backed by passionate angel investors, marks a pivotal moment for TAP&#8217;s mission.
 Grassroots Beginnings: Founded in 2018 by the dynamic duo, Jafar Shunnar and Christian Vezjak, TAP started in Gaza and has since blossomed into Palestine, Jordan, and Lebanon.
 Revolutionizing Job Hunting: Come early 2025, TAP plans to unveil its next-gen AI platform, set to shake up how high-potential youth find remote jobs.
 Ambitious Goals: After creating over 100 remote jobs in 2024, TAP is gearing up to generate 1,000 jobs by 2025, making a real difference in young lives.
 Mentorship Magic: With over 1,000 global mentors on board, TAP is not just offering jobs but nurturing careers through guidance and support.

KKR&#8217;s Landmark Investment: Marks their first foray into Middle Eastern data centers. 
 Massive Expansion Fund: Over $5 billion earmarked to elevate GDH&#8217;s data center capacity. 
 Current Operations: GDH runs seven cutting-edge data centers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. 
 Ambitious Growth Plans: New facilities planned for Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. 
 Alignment with Regional Vision: The partnership supports the UAE&#8217;s focus on digital transformation and AI innovation.

Revie&#8217;s Milestone: Secured $2,5 million in seed funding led by Sanabil Venture Studio by Stryber. 
 Founder Vision: Established in 2024 by entrepreneur Ibrahim Abu Khadra to simplify renovation hassles. 
 Platform Benefits: Connects clients with trusted contractors and designers for a seamless experience. 
 Future Plans: Funding will enhance technology, scale operations, and boost customer satisfaction. 
 Economic Impact: Aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 by fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurship. 
 Industry Response: Investors express high confidence in Revie&#8217;s potential to transform the market.

Opteam leverages artificial intelligence to make project management more efficient—cutting down on manual planning tasks and accelerating schedules. 
Plus VC led the round, joined by Dar Ventures, SIAC Ventures, and Oraseya Capital—key players in the MENA construction and startup landscape. 
By deploying data analytics and automation, Opteam intends to reduce infrastructure resource requirements by 30%. 
Funds will be channeled into enhancing the platform’s AI capabilities, growing the team, and broadening operations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. 
Founded by Dr. Tarek Hegazy (a professor with a 20-year track record in computational project management) and his son Ahmed Hegazy (a former global software sales executive), Opteam brings together academic insight and tech-savvy entrepreneurial experience.

ZenAdmin has formally acquired LivLyt, a Dubai-based IT services platform that specializes in device management and SaaS solutions. 
This marks ZenAdmin’s official entry into the Middle Eastern market, showcasing the company’s intent to collaborate with local tech hubs like Hub71 and address regional business needs. 
The acquisition is expected to broaden ZenAdmin’s offerings, providing a unified IT management experience tailored to SMEs and startups looking to optimize their IT operations. 
Founded in 2022, LivLyt has quickly gained prominence by focusing on SaaS and device lifecycle management, catering to modern workforces across the UAE. 
ZenAdmin continues to deliver end-to-end IT services—ranging from procurement and device leasing to SaaS integration and employee support—strengthening its global footprint with this new addition.

Led by Wa’ed Ventures, the investment arm of Saudi Aramco. 
Contributions from Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation and Dubai-based Global Ventures. 
Offers monthly subscriptions covering smartphones, laptops, and other gadgets. 
Launch targeted for Q1 2025.

Strategic Investment: Bank Alfalah invests in Jingle Pay with a 9,9% equity stake, marking a pivotal collaboration in the fintech space. 
 Impressive Milestones: In 2024, Jingle Pay processed over 2 million transactions and facilitated international money transfers exceeding 1 billion. This saved customers more than 6 million in fees. 
 Upcoming Launch: Jingle Pay plans to introduce its branchless mobile banking app in Pakistan by the first quarter of 2025, targeting the unbanked population. 
 Enhancing Financial Services: The partnership aims to redefine cross-border financial solutions and accelerate financial inclusion in the MENAP region. 
 Backed by Leaders: Jingle Pay&#8217;s investors include industry giants like MoneyGram and G42-backed Applied AI.

Empowering the Unbanked: Raseedi is now helping everyday Egyptians get quick cash loans without the usual banking hassles.
 Seamless Digital Experience: Forget long queues and piles of paperwork—users can apply for loans online and get funds in minutes.
 Smart Credit Scoring: With a unique algorithm developed over years, Raseedi looks at how users behave, not just their credit history.
 Boosting Small Businesses: The loans are a lifeline for solo entrepreneurs and tiny businesses looking to grow.
 Looking Beyond Borders: Raseedi has big plans to spread its innovative services across Africa and Asia.

Diverse Focus Areas: The fund zeroes in on early-stage projects in DeFi, blockchain infrastructure, real-world asset tokenization, gaming, and the metaverse. 
 Strategic Investments: Over the next three years, Sigma Capital plans to back 100 early-stage projects, manage 25 liquid tokens, and invest in 10 fund-of-funds. 
 Experienced Leadership: At the helm is CEO and Managing Partner Vineet Budki, a visionary in the Web3 arena with over 300 successful investments under his belt. 
 Global Collaboration: By teaming up with Web3 hubs across 10 major cities, Sigma Capital aims to provide startups with invaluable market insights and robust support. 
 Regional Impact: This initiative highlights the UAE&#8217;s rising status as a global hotspot for blockchain innovation and investment.

The program welcomes startups at both pre and post-Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stages. 
 Participants will receive support in legal affairs, technology enhancement, market testing, financial planning, and go-to-market strategies. 
 This initiative aims to solidify Jordan&#8217;s status as a regional fintech powerhouse. 
 JOIN Fincubator, a branch of JoPACC, will lead the program. 
 The ISSF is funding the initiative to drive economic growth and generate new job opportunities.

In a significant vote of confidence, the $6 million seed round was led by Raed Ventures and Shorooq Partners. Notably, former executives from tech giants like Snapchat, Microsoft, Airbnb, and Amazon also joined the round, underscoring the startup&#8217;s promising potential.
 Halo AI is on a mission to shake up the marketing world by using AI to connect brands with nano- and micro-influencers. This approach targets highly engaged niche audiences, aiming to create genuine connections that outshine traditional advertising methods.
 Riding the wave of its success in Saudi Arabia, Halo AI plans to expand into Dubai and Kuwait next. The company&#8217;s sights are set on scaling rapidly across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Europe, and North America, bringing its innovative platform to a global audience.
 With a 97% campaign completion rate—far exceeding the industry average of 65%—Halo AI promises to launch campaigns within 48 hours. Additionally, creators benefit from receiving payments within an unprecedented 72 hours, highlighting the company&#8217;s commitment to efficiency and trust.
 This investment aligns seamlessly with Saudi Arabia&#8217;s ambitious strategy to become a global leader in artificial intelligence by 2030, emphasizing the nation&#8217;s dedication to technological innovation and economic diversification.

The funding round was spearheaded by JOA Capital, with significant contributions from Aljazira Capital and esteemed angel investors.
 Jeel Pay&#8217;s unique model allows parents to pay tuition fees in manageable monthly installments, relieving financial pressure while schools receive payments upfront.
 The capital infusion will drive the development of cutting-edge digital solutions and the recruitment of top talent to enhance operational efficiency.
 The investment echoes the Kingdom&#8217;s commitment to financial inclusion and literacy, key pillars of Saudi Vision 2030.

Nawy, Egypt&#8217;s trailblazing proptech platform, has officially acquired ROA, renowned for its cutting-edge property management solutions.
 The launch of &#8216;Nawy Unlocked&#8217; aims to empower property owners by turning their idle or unfinished properties into income-generating rentals.
 Comprehensive services include high-end finishing, stylish furnishing, tenant sourcing, and hassle-free lease management.
 Offering a helping hand, Nawy covers up to 50% of finishing costs, recouped gradually from the rental income, easing the financial burden on owners.
 Mostafa El-Beltagy, CEO of Nawy, expresses that this initiative sets a new benchmark in real estate by providing all-encompassing, user-friendly solutions that maximize property investments.

Funding Amount: $4 million in seed funding. 
 Lead Investors: Shorooq Partners and Outliers Venture Capital. 
 Technology Focus: Cryptographic biometric checkout solutions using FIDO-passkeys. 
 Target Market: MENA region&#8217;s burgeoning $250 billion payment sector. 
 Future Plans: Strengthen partnerships with merchants and banks, and develop instant financing options for online shoppers.

Total Capital Surpasses $105 Million: Nclude Fund&#8217;s investment elevates its capital to new heights. 
 Attracting Foreign Investment: Every dollar Nclude invests lures an additional five dollars from overseas backers. 
 Management Transition to DPI: In March 2023, the Central Bank of Egypt handed over the fund&#8217;s reins to Development Partners International (DPI). 
 Positioning Egypt as a Fintech Hub: The fund aims to spotlight Egypt as a leading center for fintech innovation in the Middle East and Africa.

Focus Areas: Childcare, elder care, healthcare, and disability support. 
 Investment Timeline: $27,7 million invested over two years. 
 Training Programs: Partnerships with international institutions to provide specialized caregiver training. 
 Employment Goals: Position Egypt as a leading exporter of skilled care professionals. 
 National Alignment: Supports Egypt&#8217;s Vision 2030 for sustainable development and improved quality of life.

Vreal&#8217;s technology transforms e-commerce products into interactive 3D models in just 30 seconds. 
 The startup plans to extend its innovative solutions to industries like interior design, real estate, tourism, and heritage. 
 The pre-seed funding round was led by numu Angels Investment Community and Grow Community. 
 Vreal integrates AR, VR, AI, and ML to create immersive user experiences. 
 The investment will fuel Vreal&#8217;s growth in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.