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Central Bank of Kuwait Issues Open Banking Regulatory Framework

Final rules set security, technical, and operational standards for licensed financial institutions.

11/12/2026

Wix Base44 Deal Could Reach US$280 Million in Value

New earnout provision adds US$32 million, lifting total potential value to about US$280 million.

11/11/2026

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Central Bank of Kuwait Issues Open Banking Regulatory Framework

Final rules set security, technical, and operational standards for licensed financial institutions.

Mal Opens Egypt Office for Regional Growth

Fintech platform expands to Egypt to hire local talent and support regional growth

Exits Mena Plans Three New Investment Funds in 2027

Egyptian firm targets AI, export, and real estate after acquiring Avance Capital

Merak Capital Leads US$1.3 Million Lambda Studios Round

Saudi studio expands from Roblox to Steam after Merak Capital-led round

OmniOps Launches Bunyan Inference Hub in Saudi Arabia

Saudi-hosted open-source AI models and computing resources for public and private organizations.

HUMAIN Names Amal Dokhan to Lead Limitless AI Program

Former 500 Global MENA managing partner will lead Saudi AI startup support

NXTPLAY Backs Gallop Global in First Padel Investment

The sports investment platform backs Gallop Global, promoter of the Emaar Dubai Premier Padel P1

Startup Qatar Launches Web Summit Readiness Program

Program targets 10 to 15 high-potential startups for Web Summit Qatar 2027.

Saudi Venture Capital Backs Jadwa Private Credit Fund

SVC invests in Jadwa Investment's flagship Shariah-compliant private credit fund