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International Investors Drive Saudi Venture Capital Growth as Activity Rises 38%

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

25 January، 2026

by The Saudi Times

Saudi Arabia’s Venture Capital Ecosystem Expands Its Global Footprint

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. In recent years, Saudi Arabia’s venture scene has

7 January، 2026

by The Saudi Times

M&A Activity Among Saudi Startups Expected to Accelerate in 2026

Mergers and acquisitions activity among startups in Saudi Arabia is expected to gain significant momentum in

Capital Concentration Accelerates Startup Growth Across the MENA Region

The startup ecosystem across the Middle East and North Africa is experiencing a noticeable acceleration in

HALA Capital Deepens Its Focus on the Next Frontiers of Technology

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

16 December، 2025

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Accelerating Growth Boosts Investor Confidence

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

7 December، 2025

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Early-Stage Funding in the MENA Region Continues to Show Strong Momentum

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

27 November، 2025

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Early-Stage Funding Momentum Continues Across the MENA Region

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

23 November، 2025

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MENA Startup Funding Falls to $784.9 Million in October

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

10 November، 2025

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Saudi Industrial Hackathon Winners to Join Special Program to Implement Their Ideas in Factories

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

31 October، 2025

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Saudi Arabia to Host 100 Startups in Entrepreneurship World Cup Finals

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

27 October، 2025

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UAE-Based Qashio Acquires Saudi Fintech Sanad Cash to Accelerate Regional Expansion

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

21 October، 2025

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Saudi SMEs Gain Fresh Capital and Forge Strategic Partnerships to Drive Economic Growth

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

19 October، 2025

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Saudi Business Sector Surpasses 1.7 Million Registrations in Historic Milestone

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.

15 October، 2025

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Gulf SMEs Drive Multi-Million Dollar Investments as Fintech Deals Surge

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

5 October، 2025

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Fintech and AI Lead Startup Funding Across MENA Region

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

28 September، 2025

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Saudi Fintech Unicorn Tamara Secures Landmark $2.4 Billion Financing to Fuel Expansion

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

25 September، 2025

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MENA Startups Sustain Early-Stage Funding Momentum with Landmark Saudi Deals

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

24 September، 2025

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International Investors Drive Saudi Venture Capital Growth as Activity Rises 38%

Saudi Arabia’s Venture Capital Ecosystem Expands Its Global Footprint

M&A Activity Among Saudi Startups Expected to Accelerate in 2026

Capital Concentration Accelerates Startup Growth Across the MENA Region

HALA Capital Deepens Its Focus on the Next Frontiers of Technology

Accelerating Growth Boosts Investor Confidence

Early-Stage Funding in the MENA Region Continues to Show Strong Momentum

Early-Stage Funding Momentum Continues Across the MENA Region

MENA Startup Funding Falls to $784.9 Million in October

Saudi Industrial Hackathon Winners to Join Special Program to Implement Their Ideas in Factories

Saudi Arabia to Host 100 Startups in Entrepreneurship World Cup Finals

UAE-Based Qashio Acquires Saudi Fintech Sanad Cash to Accelerate Regional Expansion

Saudi SMEs Gain Fresh Capital and Forge Strategic Partnerships to Drive Economic Growth

Saudi Business Sector Surpasses 1.7 Million Registrations in Historic Milestone

Gulf SMEs Drive Multi-Million Dollar Investments as Fintech Deals Surge

Fintech and AI Lead Startup Funding Across MENA Region

Saudi Fintech Unicorn Tamara Secures Landmark $2.4 Billion Financing to Fuel Expansion

MENA Startups Sustain Early-Stage Funding Momentum with Landmark Saudi Deals

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