Startups

Saudi Arabia’s venture capital sector is experiencing strong momentum, driven by growing participation from international investors, with overall activity recording a 38% increase—a clear sign of rising global confidence in the Kingdom’s

Saudi Arabia is witnessing a significant evolution in its venture capital landscape, as the Kingdom’s startup investment ecosystem increasingly extends beyond domestic borders and establishes a stronger presence on the global stage.

Mergers and acquisitions activity among startups in Saudi Arabia is expected to gain significant momentum in 2026, driven by the growing maturity of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, increasing investor interest, and strategic shifts

The startup ecosystem across the Middle East and North Africa is experiencing a noticeable acceleration in capital concentration and deal-making, signaling growing investor confidence in the region’s entrepreneurial landscape and its ability

HALA Capital is reinforcing its commitment to investing in next-generation technologies, strengthening its strategic focus on innovation-driven sectors with high growth potential. The firm’s approach reflects a long-term vision aimed at supporting

Startups across the Middle East and North Africa are entering a new phase of momentum, with rapid growth fueled by fresh investment rounds, strategic alliances, and advancements in technology. The developments seen

The Middle East and North Africa region continues to demonstrate solid momentum in early-stage startup funding, signaling the resilience and adaptability of its entrepreneurial ecosystem despite global economic uncertainty. This sustained growth

The Middle East and North Africa region is maintaining strong early-stage funding activity, signaling resilience in the startup ecosystem despite broader global economic uncertainty. Recent indicators show that founders and investors across

Startup funding across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region declined to $784.9 million in October, signaling a slowdown in venture investment activity compared to earlier months of the year. The

Organizers of the Saudi Industrial Hackathon have announced the launch of a dedicated program for the winning teams, designed to turn their innovative ideas into practical, real-world solutions within factories across the

Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2025 Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) Finals in Riyadh, bringing together 100 startups from more than 70 countries in one of the largest global events dedicated

UAE fintech company Qashio, a leading provider of corporate expense management and smart payment solutions, has announced its acquisition of Saudi fintech firm Sanad Cash, in a strategic move aimed at accelerating

Saudi Arabia’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have received a significant boost as several companies announced new capital inflows and strategic partnerships aimed at accelerating innovation, improving operational efficiency, and supporting sustainable

The business sector in Saudi Arabia has achieved a major milestone, surpassing 1.7 million commercial registrations, reflecting the Kingdom’s robust investment climate and growing entrepreneurial confidence among both local and international investors.

The Gulf region’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are emerging as a major growth engine, attracting millions in new investments amid an accelerating wave of fintech activity and cross-border venture funding. Recent

Startup funding activity across the Middle East and North Africa continues to demonstrate resilience, with fintech and artificial intelligence ventures securing the lion’s share of investor interest. Markets including the Kingdom, the

Saudi Arabia’s first fintech unicorn, Tamara, has announced a record-breaking $2.4 billion asset-backed financing facility, unveiled during the Money20/20 conference in Riyadh. The deal significantly upsizes a previous $500 million arrangement with

Startups across the Middle East and North Africa maintained strong momentum in early-stage funding, with August recording a 74 percent year-on-year increase, reaching $337.5 million across 47 deals. Saudi Arabia led the