M2 Capital Limited has invested $21 million into AVAX One Digital Asset Treasury. 
This reflects a strategy to connect global blockchain innovation with Middle Eastern demand for digital assets. 
The investment follows M2 Capital&#8217;s previous blockchain ventures, including Sui Treasury and Ethena. 
Avalanche, with a $12 billion market cap, is a major player favoured by finance projects. 
The UAE is emerging as a key hub for regulated blockchain activity and digital asset management.

Midad Energy has secured a $5,4 billion deal with Algeria&#8217;s Sonatrach for Illizi Basin development. 
The 30-year contract includes a seven-year exploration phase and aims for a billion barrels output. 
This venture is entirely financed by Midad Energy, highlighting confidence in Algeria&#8217;s potential. 
Large-scale investment is expected to spark growth in auxiliary industries and entrepreneurial opportunities. 
The deal aligns with Saudi Arabia&#8217;s Vision 2030 goals for sustainable and innovative energy expansion.

BEEAH Group partners with The Hashgraph Group to launch a decentralised digital identity system, IDTrust. 
Powered by Hedera’s distributed ledger technology, it connects BEEAH&#8217;s environmental, energy, and healthcare sectors. 
This foundational step aims to streamline digital experiences for employees and partners initially. 
The rollout plans to expand further, possibly involving UAE city or government bodies later. 
The initiative could position BEEAH as a regional leader in urban digital identity innovation.

SAL Logistics Services has launched a new storage and distribution hub in Riyadh. 
The facility, located in The Logistics Park, supports Saudi Arabia&#8217;s logistic strategy. 
The 45,000-square-metre site offers high-tech logistics solutions for key industries. 
A central control tower enhances real-time monitoring and efficiency for transport operations. 
Saudi’s logistics growth hints at a world-class hub, crucial for diversification efforts.

Ajman Bank partners with Lune Technologies to offer enhanced financial insights via their mobile app. 
AI-powered tools provide customers with detailed transaction analysis and personal finance management features. 
The integration allows users to categorise spending, identify merchants, and spot spending patterns easily. 
This collaboration aims to align with the UAE’s vision for a connected financial ecosystem. 
Updates are live, enabling users to manage income and spending more efficiently.

Presight and Khazna Data Centres will implement an AI-optimised management system across 30 sites. 
The system, centrally managed from Abu Dhabi, enhances efficiency by monitoring power, cooling, and security. 
This initiative aligns with Abu Dhabi’s aspirations as a global innovation hub. 
Khazna aims to set new sustainability benchmarks with real-time adaptive systems. 
The project integrates into G42’s global “Intelligence Grid,” linking AI operations worldwide.

ORYXLABS and Reach Digital signed an MoU at GITEX GLOBAL 2025 in Dubai. 
The partnership focuses on threat intelligence and OT/IoT security amid increasing digital threats. 
EDGE, supporting tech innovation, aims to position the UAE as a next-gen industry hub. 
Execution is crucial for MoU success, impacting startups and talent in the tech ecosystem. 
The UAE&#8217;s digital ambitions are advancing, highlighting their commitment to cyber resilience.

Khidmah teamed up with K2 to introduce smart tech to building maintenance. 
The partnership will use AI and robotics to enhance equipment performance and safety. 
Innovation is crucial for Khidmah to meet client demands for efficient, greener solutions. 
Automation aims to lower costs and reduce downtime by streamlining operations. 
Khidmah&#8217;s digital transformation journey includes managing projects across the UAE and beyond.

Multiply Group plans a USD 1,6 billion acquisition of 2PointZero and Ghitha Holding. 
The merger involves issuing 23,36 billion new shares, expanding Multiply&#8217;s reach significantly. 
The combined entity will span industries from energy to beauty, aiming at diverse global markets. 
2PointZero focuses on AI and energy transition, while Ghitha offers food and agriculture strengths. 
If approved, this could signal a shift in Gulf investment strategies beyond oil dependence.

Power Mind Inc collaborates with UiPath to automate business processes via NeuraBots ai. 
The platform has automated over 170 processes, enhancing speed and scalability without extra staff. 
Jasim Abdul Rahman highlights the potential of humans and AI working together efficiently. 
Success of NeuraBots.ai is recognised with a Qatar Digital Business Award 2025 nomination. 
This shift reflects broader regional trends towards digital transformation and efficiency.

Commvault and SAAED partner to enhance UAE&#8217;s smart city cybersecurity. 
The UAE&#8217;s cybersecurity market is expected to reach USD 1,39 billion by 2030. 
Commvault will strengthen SAAED&#8217;s resilience using its Cloud SaaS platform. 
SAAED aims to protect smart traffic systems as digital transformation accelerates. 
The partnership highlights the UAE&#8217;s commitment to innovative and secure urban solutions.

Ajman Bank partners with SAS and DataScience Middle East to enhance fraud defence systems. 
The collaboration leverages AI and machine learning for real-time fraud detection and prevention. 
This initiative is part of Ajman Bank&#8217;s commitment to smarter, safer banking. 
Advanced tools streamline processes and reduce false alarms, improving efficiency. 
Middle Eastern institutions are increasingly shaping unique digital transformation strategies.

HUMAIN partners with center3 to bolster Saudi Arabia&#8217;s AI infrastructure and global connectivity. 
The agreement allows HUMAIN access to advanced systems for expansive AI projects. 
Center3’s digital networks are crucial for the Kingdom&#8217;s tech ambitions and regional innovation. 
Such partnerships are vital for transforming Saudi&#8217;s economy and laying a tech-driven foundation. 
This collaboration is a significant step in Saudi Arabia&#8217;s AI masterplan for the future.

Al Masaood Power partners with Instagrid to introduce UAE&#8217;s first portable, emission-free battery system. 
The Instagrid ONE model delivers 3,6 kW output, weighs about 20 kilos, and fully charges in under three hours. 
This collaboration aligns with UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals, offering sustainable alternatives to conventional generators. 
Portable batteries promise cost savings, reduced noise, and lower hazards for industrial and commercial sectors. 
Local innovators bridge global solutions and regional needs, fostering a shift in clean tech perspectives.

Vitalls and MSH MENA introduce a &#8220;global health mobility&#8221; framework for managing health insurance globally. 
Vitalls offers a digital health passport with AI, focusing on user data privacy and encryption. 
The partnership aims to streamline insurance and health management for expats and international workers. 
They envision doctors, insurers, and patients having connected access to health information across borders. 
This effort marks a significant collaboration to simplify cross-border healthcare and data handling.

Foresee Solutions partners with Yonyou to bring ERP and cloud solutions to the Middle East. 
The agreement, made at GITEX Global, offers enterprises Yonyou’s cloud and AI capabilities. 
Yonyou, founded in 1988 in Beijing, excels in localising tech for different regions. 
Partnership combines Yonyou’s expertise with Foresee&#8217;s regional insights to enhance enterprise technology. 
Collaboration aims for increased business efficiency amid the Middle East&#8217;s tech-driven transformation.

Alibaba Cloud and Wio Bank have partnered to enhance AI in Middle Eastern fintech. 
Wio Bank will utilise Alibaba’s Qwen large language model to create smart AI-driven tools. 
This collaboration focuses on faster, secure banking, boosting digital transformation in the region. 
Local data hosting aims to address concerns around data privacy and regulation. 
This partnership could inspire smaller startups in the MENA region, promoting significant long-term impact.

Skyro UAE and Fasset agreed to develop stablecoin-based international transfer solutions. 
They aim to make cross-border payments quicker and collaborate with regulators for compliance. 
The partnership will also explore issuing tokenised assets for more accessible financial services. 
GCC fintech sector is rapidly expanding, potentially reaching USD 222 billion by 2030. 
The collaboration represents a broader trend of ambitious partnerships driving innovation in MENA.

Serh Group partners with Noatum Logistics to advance sustainable logistics in the UAE&#8217;s oil sector. 
The agreement includes leasing a long-haul truck fleet to serve energy clients efficiently. 
Both companies aim to scale the partnership, focusing on sustainability and innovation. 
The initiative supports the UAE&#8217;s goal of a diversified and eco-friendly economy. 
This collaboration positions logistics as a key player in the UAE&#8217;s sustainable growth journey.

Nanovate, an AI startup in Cairo, secured USD 2 million in pre-seed funding. 
The company aims to develop AI products that understand all 22 Arabic dialects. 
Their proprietary language models allow businesses to create Arabic AI assistants. 
Nanovate is focusing on expansion in Saudi Arabia and the UAE with its new funds. 
They aim to turn Arabic linguistic diversity into a competitive tech innovation advantage.

Tunisian fintech PayDay grabs USD 3 million in pre-seed funding, led by UGFS. 
Founded by Dr Mohamed Anwar Kadoum, it digitises salary advances and manages employee insurance. 
Plans include scaling beyond Tunisia, strengthening technology, and promoting ethical financial solutions. 
Challenges persist due to varying regulations, but PayDay aims to offer financial relief across MENA. 
PayDay&#8217;s funding bolsters its mission to ease worker financial pressure and promote inclusive fintech.

GITEX Global buzzes with innovation as du and Hassantuk expand their safety tech partnership. 
Du&#8217;s collaboration with Core42’s Hassantuk platform extends beyond fire alarms to comprehensive safety solutions. 
They aim to create smarter buildings using IoT sensors for predictive emergency responses. 
Core42&#8217;s Yousef Al Harmoodi believes this move strengthens the UAE&#8217;s digital safety leadership. 
Such public-private alliances highlight a shift towards responsive, smart governance and infrastructure.

Vertiv and Ezditek signed an agreement to enhance AI-ready data centre solutions in Saudi Arabia. 
The partnership aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s goal to become a technology hub. 
Ezditek aims to link Saudi cities with global tech hubs through interconnected infrastructure. 
The agreement will support Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and economy diversification.

Deloitte and Palo Alto Networks open the Middle East&#8217;s first Cortex XSIAM Centre in Dubai. 
The centre offers hands-on experience with AI-powered platforms, reducing incident response time significantly. 
Leaders emphasise the shift from reactive crisis management to proactive security strategies. 
Cybersecurity is now a boardroom priority, crucial for digital transformation and smart-city ambitions. 
The centre aims to guide regional firms towards robust cyber resilience amidst digital advancements.

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy partners with 28DIGITAL to connect ecosystems in Dubai and Europe. 
This collaboration focuses on innovation, investment, and growth in all digital sectors. 
The MoU supports startups exploring new markets and connecting with investors. 
The partnership complements Dubai&#8217;s strategy to become a global digital hub. 
Despite regulatory challenges, Europe’s R&amp;D expertise and Dubai’s infrastructure aim for global scale-ups.

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