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UAE-Based Fintech Yabi Raises $8 Million Round

The Emirati fintech startup will use its recently-acquired capital to expand across the region. [...]

Takadao: The Saudi Fintech Reimagining Insurance on the Blockchain

The startup uses the blockchain to build community-owned financial services that are Shariah-compliant and accessible worldwide. [...]

Saudi B2B E-Commerce Platform Retailo Raises $15 Million

The investment includes contributions from strategic investors such as Yusuf Bin Kanoo Group and Majd Digital. [...]

Saudi Offers 30 Year Tax Breaks for Companies Moving HQs to Riyadh

Companies who make a request to move their HQs to Riyadh by January 1st will be exempted from income taxes for 30 years. [...]

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