Mohamed Ezzat, Co-Founder and CEO of Bosta, participated in RiseUp Summit 2026, the largest annual event for entrepreneurship and innovation in the Middle East and Africa. The summit took place at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo from February 5 to 7, 2026, under the theme “The Turning Point.” RiseUp Summit serves as a key platform for knowledge exchange and for
The Middle East Social Media and Digital Association (MESMDA) has officially launched, marking a significant step forward for the region’s rapidly expanding digital industry. As one of the world’s most dynamic digital markets, the Middle East has long lacked a unified, credible body dedicated to supporting, representing and advancing social media and digital professionals. MESMDA
Roland Berger, in collaboration with the World Governments Summit (WGS), on Thursday announced the release of the report “Future-Proofing Cities in the Age of Polycrisis: A Playbook for Future-Ready Cities.” This paper presents a comprehensive framework to help cities across the Middle East anticipate, adapt to, and shape the future in an era defined by
Rove has entered the Omani market through a strategic partnership with LEO Developments, marked by the signing of Rove Home Muscat Expressway the brand’s first branded residences project in the Sultanate. Born in Dubai, Rove is a joint venture between Emaar Properties and Dubai Holding, and has recorded strong regional growth, with over 8,000 keys open or under development. An award-winning
The GCC and wider Middle East region is poised for the next wave of investments in AI and tech-led sectors, with business-friendly and innovation-focused government policies attracting funds and talent, said business leaders at the 9th edition of Sharjah Entrepreneurial Festival (SEF 2026). During a panel discussion on the first day of SEF 2026 examining
The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), has reached reciprocal data protection adequacy recognition with ADGM and the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This regulatory milestone reinforces the three financial centres’ commitment to establishing a robust data protection regime and regional regulatory cooperation. The reciprocal inclusions in their respective data protection adequacy lists follow a comprehensive assessment
Exhibitions in the UAE, especially in Dubai, have become a strategic business environment rather than a purely visual showcase. Companies participate not only to present products, but to build credibility, meet decision-makers, and generate measurable business outcomes. As a result, understanding exhibition stand pricing has become a critical part of exhibition planning. Unlike fixed-cost services,