STV Announces Final Close of US$100 Million STV NICE Fund I to Support Saudi Startups

STV has closed its US$100 million STV NICE Fund I, a non-dilutive capital fund aimed at supporting Saudi Arabia’s tech startups. The fund offers Sharia-compliant financing, allowing growth-stage companies to scale without equity dilution. Backed by public-private partnerships, it aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 economic diversification efforts.

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Pakistan Secures $700 Million in Foreign Investment for IT Sector, Boosting Digital Ambitions

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced $700 million in foreign investment for Pakistan’s IT sector at the DFDI-2025 conference. He emphasized the country’s digital potential, driven by its young population, and highlighted collaborations with companies like Huawei. Pakistan’s growing influence in the global IT landscape was also acknowledged at the event.

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Egypt’s Minister of Communications Discusses Key Partnerships to Strengthen Tech Sector

Dr. Amr Talaat, Egypt’s Minister of Communications, held key meetings in Dubai to discuss international partnerships with companies like Honor, Atos, and Mashreq Group. The discussions focus on boosting Egypt’s tech sector through local manufacturing, investment, and technological collaboration, with strong ties to China contributing to economic growth.

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