Author: Mahdeehassan

Hudhudshop, the leading e-commerce platform headquartered in Qatar, proudly announces its successful acquisition of a six-figure dollar in a pre-seed funding round. Specialising in the distribution of premium Turkish products throughout the Gulf region and beyond, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, the UAE, and Jordan, Hudhudshop has quickly become synonymous with quality and diversity. Boasting a vast inventory of over 50,000 products and an impressive track record of +13,000 sales within just 10 months, Hudhudshop has solidified its position as a key player in the e-commerce landscape. The platform offers a range of essential services, such as “Q…

EFG Hermes, an EFG Holding company and the leading investment bank in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, announced today that its investment banking division had completed an advisory for an EGP 370 million working capital facility for Sylndr, Egypt’s leading online used cars player. The innovative structure of this transaction stands as Egypt’s first asset-backed working capital solution tailored specifically to the unique dynamics of Sylndr’s business model. This milestone highlights the commitment of Egypt’s banking sector to empowering startups and SMEs with creative, scalable financial solutions. Sylndr is leveraging this financing facility to support its ambitious…

Sharjah Maritime Academy (SMA) has taken a groundbreaking step in modernizing its academic processes by partnering with Educhain to provide digital certificates and transcripts to its students. While all students now benefit from the availability of secure and verifiable digital academic records, this past October, the first-ever graduating class received their certificates and transcripts through Educhain. This initiative is part of SMA’s ongoing commitment to innovation and improving the academic experience. By leveraging Educhain, SMA ensures that students have access to secure, tamper-proof, and globally verifiable digital credentials, enhancing their ability to share achievements with employers, academic institutions, and other stakeholders. “At Sharjah…

Studio52, a leading media services company, is excited to announce the launch of its new Video Cost Estimator feature, aimed at simplifying the project planning process for clients across various industries. This innovative tool is designed to streamline the budgeting process by providing accurate, instant cost estimates for video production services. With a commitment to delivering high-quality, customized video solutions, Studio52’s new Video Cost Estimator empowers clients to plan their projects with greater precision and confidence. The tool allows users to input specific project details—such as video type, duration, location, and additional services—enabling them to receive an accurate estimate within minutes. Key Features of the…

Check your diaries and make sure you’re free! It’s nearly time for iFX EXPO Dubai 2025, as the renowned online trading event returns to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region once again – bigger, busier, and better than ever before.Set to be one of the largest and most prominent B2B and B2C expos ever held in MENA, iFX EXPO Dubai 2025 takes place at the impressive Dubai World Trade Centre, featuring 2+ days of networking, learning, and inspiration between 14-16 January.Whether you’re a trader, broker, affiliate, IB, fintech, or service provider, make sure you secure your spot early,…

American University of Sharjah’s (AUS) College of Architecture, Art and Design (CAAD) will present Crafting the Future: CAAD at Big 5, a curated exhibition at the Liveable Cities Summit, part of Big 5 Global in Dubai, from November 26–28. The exhibition will be located at stand No- Z6 F70 and showcase cutting-edge projects from AUS’ award-winning Design Build Initiative alongside work from Six Degrees, CAAD’s annual exhibition of its architecture, design and urban planning graduates to thousands of visitors attending Big 5—one of the world’s leading construction industry events. Tailored to industry professionals, Crafting the Future: CAAD at Big 5 will provide a unique…

The upcoming Connected World KSA 2024 is set to unite industry leaders, technology innovators, and decision-makers from around the world in Riyadh on 19-20 November. This prestigious conference and exhibition is designed to advance Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives, gathering thousands of global leaders focused on transforming the future of connectivity worldwide. High-ranking sector leaders will deliver keynote presentations to showcase their groundbreaking new initiatives, highlighting the Kingdom’s strategic goals. Sessions led by senior executives from Microsoft, Meta, Google, and many others will focus on essential topics such as AI, global connectivity, and future industry innovations. Key industry players, including stc, Mobily,…

Egyptian interior design startup Efreshli has raised a seed round of funding to help it enhance its offerings and expand its product line. Founded by Heba Elgabaly, Efreshli provides convenient furnishing and decorating services to help create a more accessible journey, all online. The platform showcases and sells thousands of products from over 150 of Egypt’s top brands, creating a seamless home shopping experience for its customers. The startup has now raised an undisclosed amount of seed funding, in a round led by Algebra Ventures, with participation from 500 Startups, Dar Ventures, and angel investors. This new capital will be…

LOGIC Consulting, in partnership with Sequence Ventures,a leader in deep-tech investment,launched iVolution, a revolutionary advisory that stands at the forefront of AI adoption and digitalisation. This marks a significant milestone, being a testament to LOGIC Consulting’s commitment to innovation and digital transformation. The launch convened Egypt’s leading business figures, key public sector stakeholders and influential corporations introducing iVolution as a means to navigate the complexities of the emergence of AI and digitalisation, enabling them to leverage latest technological innovations efficiency, growth and resilience. The advisory aims to bridge the gap between innovation and business, by offering customised strategies, workshops and…

OLAPLEX, a leader in hair care technology, is excited to announce the launch of its latest professional innovation—the BOND SHAPER™ Curling Treatment. This revolutionary 3-step salon service is designed to strengthen, shape, and lock in natural curls, waves, and coils for long-lasting definition and hydration. Unlike traditional perming services, the OLAPLEX BOND SHAPER™ treatment requires no heat, no rods, and leaves no harsh odors. Instead, it uses Bond Building™ Technology to repair and relink broken disulfide bonds in the hair, restoring curls from within. The formula is silicone-free, formaldehyde-free, and vegan, ensuring a safe, residue-free experience while enhancing curl structure.…