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MENA

3 weeks ago

Why transferring money to the middle east is more expensive than transferring money elsewhere

Last time I wanted to send money home to my family in Dubai from the UK I realized I am…

MENA

June 24, 2018

Common Challenges MENA Entrepreneurs Face When Starting Online Ventures

The Middle East and North Africa regions are home to a rising tech startup scene. Those regions do not have…

MENA

March 19, 2018

Top 5 Resources for CompTIA Certification Exams

As the MENA startup ecosystem continues to grow, the demand for good talent grows as well. As stated in a…

MENA

February 16, 2018

Could Cryptocurrency Offer Start-up Opportunities in the Middle East?

Cryptocurrency was arguably the main investment success story of 2017, as the likes of bitcoin, ripple and more gained a…

UAE

February 5, 2018

UAE Expats Call for a Boycott of the Banks: They Charge Too Much to Transfer Money

One of the biggest bugbears with banks and international money transfers is cost. Banks unfairly enjoy ranking status among unsuspecting…

Egypt, Cross-border

December 2, 2017

Big News on RiseUp Summit 2017 Day One!

About RiseUp Summit 2017: RiseUp was founded in 2013 in Egypt and quickly became a grassroots movement that spread across…

Kuwait, MENA

October 17, 2017

Ajar Online, a Fintech Startup Based in Kuwait

Paying the rent is not something to be excited about. It takes time and can cause you a headache. But…

UAE

October 9, 2017

What Role Does the Forex Market Play in the UAE’s Economy?

Babe.comThe forex market (or foreign exchange) remains the single largest entity of its type, with an estimated £5 trillion traded…

UAE

October 1, 2017

Is Dubai Capable to accommodate the targeted expat crowd for Expo 2020?

Dubai World Expo 2020 will mark the first large-scale international event to take place in the Middle East. And as…

Palestine

September 17, 2017

Talleh, A Palestinian Initiative Aiming to Enhance Cultural Growth

For those living in the diaspora, they couldn’t wait for relatives to visit and bring gifts from Palestine! Asmahan Ilian,…

Palestine

September 13, 2017

Darzah, Celebrating the Art of Tatreez and Women’s Empowerment in Palestine.

Darzah is not like other shoes and accessories projects. This special project is a non-profit, ethical fashion brand specializing in Palestinian “tatreez” embroidery, a…

Cross-border

September 10, 2017

Everything You Need to Know As A Beginner Freelancer

Do you hate office work and staying in one place all day, working? Freelance is the solution. Life of a freelancer…

Egypt, MENA

August 29, 2017

Startup Scene ME, a Platform Dedicated to Uncovering the Middle East’s Entrepreneurs

Stories of the Middle East’s fiercest entrepreneurs are growing into a massive forest with Start Scene ME. It’s a platform dedicated…

Cross-border

August 9, 2017

Flying Coala Will Be Happy to Serve You Making Knots and Dreams

Dimitra Koliofoti, a very talented Greek woman, has been working on her project called Flying Coala Crafts for about a year…

Palestine

August 7, 2017

Elekbas, A Person in Need Will Find a Way.

They always say “necessity is the mother of invention.” Arwa Al-Khawaja, a 33 year old Palestinian woman, is a founder of…

Turkey

August 6, 2017

Sultan Ahmad Square, A Place Full of Culture and History

You can’t go to Istanbul without visiting Sultan Ahmad Square. This archaeological and tourist area is characterized by mosques, churches, restaurants, gardens,…