Vennre Raises USD 9.6M Pre-Series A to Redefine Private Market Access in MENA
(L–R: Ziad Mabsout, Abdulrahman AlMalik, Anas Halabi, Co-Founders of Vennre.) Vennre, a wealth creation platform enabling HENRYs (High Earners, Not…
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Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) 2026 Concludes with Strategic Focus on Youth, Technology and Libya’s Gas Expansion
LEES 2026 day three spotlighted youth, gas, renewables and digital systems shaping Libya’s long-term energy transformation TRIPOLI, Libya, January 27,…
Emtelle Concludes Deal to Produce Fibre in Indonesia
Emtelle, a leading global manufacturer of duct, fibre optic cables and pre-connectorised solutions, is pleased to announce that it has…
Esterad Bank Managed Specialised Healthcare Fund completes strategic investment in the Eye Infirmary
Dubai, 27 January 2026:Esterad Bank, a Bahrain-based wholesale Islamic bank regulated by the Central Bank of Bahrain, announced that a…
Transportation Minister receives UN Resident Coordinator in Bahrain
Bahrain’s Transportation Minister met the UN Resident Coordinator to explore deeper cooperation, aligning national priorities with international initiatives and advancing cross-sector collaboration to support the Sustainable Development Goals and sustainable development across transportation and telecommunications.
Khalifa University, LODD Autonomous sign MoU
Khalifa University and LODD Autonomous have signed an MoU to advance hybrid VTOL UAV research, electric powertrains, and student learning. The partnership supports the UAE’s aviation ambitions through pilot projects, graduate research, internships, and industry-academic collaboration, strengthening Abu Dhabi’s aerospace ecosystem and developing future-ready engineering talent.
Qatar pledges $434 million to boost Lebanon’s energy, security, and education
Qatar has pledged over $434 million to support Lebanon’s energy, security, and education sectors. The package includes $400 million to stabilise the power grid, continued backing for the Lebanese Armed Forces, and scholarships for youth, reaching over 1.5 million people and reinforcing Qatar’s long-standing commitment to Lebanon’s resilience.
NADRA launches Bug Bounty Challenge to fortify Pakistan’s digital ID infrastructure
Pakistan’s NADRA has launched its first Bug Bounty Challenge to strengthen the country’s digital ID systems. Backed by universities and cyber agencies, the programme invites ethical hackers and students to identify vulnerabilities, embedding security-by-design into national infrastructure as biometric upgrades continue.
PTA Warns Against Illegal and Harmful Content on Social Media
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has warned that sharing illegal, hateful, defamatory, or false content online is a punishable offence under PECA 2016. The regulator urged responsible social media use, highlighting the risks to individuals and institutions, and reaffirmed its commitment to awareness campaigns that promote ethical digital behaviour and a secure online ecosystem.
New national technology community platform launched
TechOman has launched as a national technology community platform aligned with Oman Vision 2040, uniting students, academia, startups, and industry. Founded by Tariq al Barwani, it focuses on youth empowerment, hands-on learning, and startup support, bridging education with market needs to drive a knowledge-based, innovation-led economy.