WheelsOn, the UAE’s mobile-first car rental platform, has closed a $12.5 million funding round, including $2.2 million in equity from a group of MENA-focused private investors, including partners of Xploration Capital, $6.5M for a fleet expansion round and $4M financing from local banks. This latest round brings WheelsOn’s total funding to $12.5 million, pushing its

On August 28th 2025, Great Place to Work® – a global research, training and consultancy firm that recognizes the Best Workplaces™ in over 60 countries worldwide – has revealed the 100 Best Workplaces in the Middle East ™, categorized into 50 Large, 25 Medium, and 25 Small organizations. Creating a positive workplace culture is essential for

The real estate market is rapidly evolving, and AI is now a game-changer for agents, brokers, investors, and property managers. From instant valuations and predictive market analytics to AI-powered lead qualification, these tools streamline operations, boost conversions, and unlock new opportunities. According to Sharad Agarwal, Founder of The Blue Whale AI Academy, “The Blue Whale

GQ Middle East launches its September 2025 Fashion Issue, fronted by Indian actor Ishaan Khatter, photographed in Mumbai. Known for his effortless style, magnetic screen presence and fearless approach to acting, Khatter represents the new face of South Asian talent redefining global cinema and fashion. His cover also speaks to the deep cultural ties between South Asia

Cyber Gear is one of the first companies to receive the Dubai AI Sealinrecognition of its development prowess for AI Agents and AI-Powered industry solutions. This government-issued recognition positions Cyber Gear among a select group of trusted AI providers actively shaping the future of Dubai’s digital economy. Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence is a cross-government

Spinneys (“Spinneys” or the “Company”), the leading premium fresh food retailer, has announced its entry into Kuwait through a strategic joint venture with Alshaya Group, one of the world’s leading brand franchise operators. The move marks Spinneys’ entry into a fourth GCC market and represents a natural evolution of its regional expansion strategy. Under the

The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is supporting 10 Emirati SMEs to participate in Grains Africa 2025, a leading global event for advancing agriculture and food security, which will be held from August 21 to 23, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya. The small and medium enterprises (SMEs), supported by KFED are active in agriculture technology,