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Fintech Startups Reshaping Payment Landscape of Qatar

Qatar has recently been making efforts to expand access to financial services to numerous underserved segments. As the country recognizes the importance of fintech solutions for financial inclusion, the local government supported fintech innovation through various initiatives, including funding programs, incubators, and regulatory sandboxes.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Bfree Debt Collection Startup Raises $3M to Promote Ethical Debt Recovery in Nigeria

Bfree, a Nigerian tech-enabled debt collection startup that offers an ethical alternative to aggressive money retrieval techniques, raised almost $3 million in fresh funding in a round led by Capria Ventures.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Two Years on the Brink of Destruction: How Unbreakable Ukrainian Tech Survives and Grows Amid the War

For most Ukrainians, life will always remain divided into their happy “before” and brutal “after” Russia’s unprovoked, savage full-scale invasion that defies every norm of morality and humanitarian laws. Nevertheless, Ukraine as a whole, and notably its tech sector, has been showing incredible resilience and even, surprisingly, progress. As we take a look over the […]

Society & Lifestyle

3 Important Legal Documents That Could Safeguard Your Startup’s Future

As a startup founder, you probably started your business by making a robust strategy, securing funds, following every legal step, and developing a marketing plan. However, there are some vital legal documents that most entrepreneurs overlook in the early stages of their business.

News

Genesys Acquires AI SaaS Startup Radarr

One of the leading US software companies, Genesys, has agreed to acquire Radar Technologies, which facilitates business decision-making, based on AI-driven real-time online conversation insights.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Top 10 Agri-Fintech Startups in Africa

Global stability largely depends on the food security and prosperity of the population. To reduce poverty levels and provide economic security to the dwellers of rural areas, the agriculture sector needs to be properly financed and get access to quality financial services. Agri-fintech startups serve exactly this purpose. In Africa, the need for agri-fintech services […]

Finance & Economics

Troy Renkemeyer Shares Tax Planning Strategies For Tech Startups: Navigating Unique Challenges And Maximizing Savings

The ever-evolving tech startup world is where innovation thrives, and disruption is the norm. Hence, it can be quite complex. According to Troy Renkemeyer, one aspect to pay attention to is tax planning because navigating it is daunting and can feel like a labyrinth. Understanding the unique challenges of tech startups and implementing effective tax planning […]

News

Fintech Funding in US and UK Sees Sharp Decline in 2023

Inflation, increased interest rates, geopolitical instability, and other macroeconomic challenges brought US and UK fintechs 36% and 63% less money last year, respectively.

Finance & Economics

Global Startup Funding Decreases 38% in 2023

Global startup funding declined to the lows last seen in 2018, illustrating a 38% drop year-on-year.

Articles

Investing in Eye Care Startups: Trends And Opportunities In The Healthcare Market

In recent years, the healthcare sector has witnessed a significant shift towards startups focusing on eye care. The demand for eye care services is surging, and with the advancements in technology and healthcare itself, the market for eye care startups is continuing to grow. Dr. Gibran Khurshid explores the trends and opportunities in the healthcare market […]

News

Carbfix Puts CO2 Into Stone to Mitigate Climate Change

Iceland-based startup Carbfix has developed a revolutionary technology that mixes CO2 with water and injects it into basalt rock for storage, thus, mitigating climate change.

Science & Technology

Climate Alpha Raises Seed Funding to Help Real Estate Sector Analyze Climate Change Impact

Singaporean startup Climate Alpha uses AI to enable real estate owners and investors to analyze the impact of climate change on their portfolios.

Articles

Most Profitable Business in Nigeria With Low Capital

Becoming your own boss in Nigeria doesn’t have to mean spending large amounts, as many low-capital business ideas are available. While Nigeria boasts an innovative high-tech sector, including AI startups, you can still explore highly lucrative businesses that require an investment of just ₦50K – 500K to get started.

News

13th Africa Bank 4.0 Summit – West Africa Concludes with Resounding Success

Lagos, Nigeria – October 13, 2023 – The 13th Africa Bank 4.0 Summit – West Africa, presented by ICPS an HPS company, recently took place from October 10th to 12th, 2023 at EKO Hotels and Suites in Lagos, Nigeria. The event brought together leading experts, innovators, and influencers from the banking, fintech and payments sector, […]

Articles

Akurateco Receives the Red Hoodie Award from Startup Wise Guys

A renowned white-label payment gateway provider, Akurateco, has recently received the Red Hoodies award from Startup Wise Guys (SWG).

Blockchain & Crypto

Dubai to License AI and Web3 Startups in Subsidised Manner

Dubai International Financial Centre will be issuing artificial intelligence (AI) and Web3 licenses at a 90% subsidy