Prime Highlights: Former Scale AI executive Bilal Abu-Ghazalehhas launched 1001, a new startup focused on modernizing major industries across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The company has raised…
Prime Highlights Kafalah issued 5,447 guarantees in Q3 2025, raising SME funding by 8% year-on-year to SR14 billion, reinforcing its role in economic development. The program continues to support Vision…
Prime Highlight The UAE's labor force grew significantly in 2024, with an economic participation rate rising to 81.4%, reflecting the country’s ongoing efforts to create more job opportunities and strengthen…
Prime Highlights: US-based Tensor Auto has launched the Tensor Robocar, the world’s first fully autonomous personal vehicle that requires no driver, licence, or insurance. The Robocar uses AI to handle…
Prime Highlights: Bond sales in the MENA region surged 20%in the first nine months of 2025, reaching a record $125.9 billion. Mergers and acquisitions in the region jumped 166%, with…
Prime Highlights: Dubai has become the world’s largest licensed virtual assets market, with transaction volumes reaching AED 2.5 trillion ($680 billion) since the start of 2025. The Dubai Financial Sector…
Prime Highlights Business travel in the MENA region surged 30% in Q3 2025, driven by a strong rebound in September bookings after earlier disruptions. UAE-based Tumodo says short trips dominate…
Prime Highlights Neuberger Berman has strengthened its Middle East operations by appointing a dedicated MENA equities teamled by industry veteran Walid Mourad, aiming to deepen client engagement and local investment…
Prime Highlights: The UAE launches its first AI Centre of Excellence in Abu Dhabi, aiming to build homegrown AI technology and support local talent. The centre will drive innovation in…
Prime Highlights Riyadh Air and Uber Technologies have partnered to offer a seamless and convenient travel experience for passengers. The collaboration aims to combine premium air travel with Uber’s technology,…