9 March 2025
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Valu Partners with Truecaller to Enhance Customer Safety and Business Communication

Shahzaib03 mins

Valu, MENA’s leading financial technology company, has partnered with Truecaller to enhance customer safety and business communication. By adopting Truecaller’s Verified Business Caller ID solution, Valu aims to provide secure, verified interactions, fostering trust and efficiency. This collaboration underscores Valu’s commitment to leveraging advanced technology for improved customer experience and financial inclusion.

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Cartona Secures $8.1M in Series A Extension to Boost Digital Trade Market in Egypt

Shahzaib03 mins

Cartona, a B2B platform digitizing Egypt’s traditional trade market, raised $8.1 million in a Series A extension. The funds will accelerate growth, expand market share, and support regional expansion. The company’s asset-light model and strong unit economics have driven substantial growth, now serving over 188,000 retailers across 17 Egyptian cities.

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e& UAE wins Platinum status in TM’s Open API certification

Shahzaib04 mins

e& UAE achieved TM Forum’s Platinum Open API certification, the first in the MENA region to do so for 20 unique APIs. This milestone enhances connectivity, interoperability, and system portability. e& UAE’s Developer Portal offers free access to standardized APIs, fostering innovation. This certification underscores e& UAE’s commitment to digital transformation and technological excellence.

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Fils Partners with AFS to Drive Sustainable Practices and Climate Action in MENA

Shahzaib04 mins

Fils, a UAE-based digital infrastructure provider, has teamed up with Arab Financial Services (AFS) to promote sustainable practices and climate action across the Middle East and North Africa. This partnership leverages Fils’ fintech technology and AFS’s digital payments expertise to integrate sustainability into business operations, financial transactions, and customer journeys.

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