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Zajel stands out as a partner that helps brands overcome challenges by integrating not only logistics but also technology. The company offers integrated solutions that…
In this interview, we had the privilege of speaking with H.E. Mr. Lütfullah Göktaş, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to the United Arab Emirates. We are grateful…
Amazon has acquired New York-based Fauna Robotics to strengthen its presence in the humanoid robot market. While the financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed,…
In South Africa, the historic farm brand Babylonstoren has transformed into a strong e-commerce player in the ultra-luxury segment under the leadership of Karen Roos,…
Ahead of the World Trade Organization’s 14th Ministerial Conference, the digital trade agenda has once again moved to the center of global negotiations. The Computer &…
The AI-driven transformation within Dubai’s technology ecosystem is gaining momentum. Yango Tech, the B2B technology provider within Yango Group, has announced a new…
Meesho, one of India’s leading e-commerce platforms, has launched its new AI-powered voice assistant, Vaani. Introduced by the company as “Your Meesho Dost,” this…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched the AI-powered “Promising Talents” platform in order to support young and promising talent across federal public…
UAE-based venture capital firm Phoenix Venture Partners (PVP) completed the third closing of its first fund, the Phoenix Venture Partners Innovation Fund. At this stage,…
The Paris Court of Appeal rejected the French state’s request to suspend Shein’s marketplace. The case was filed after child-like sex dolls and prohibited products were…
Amazon became the largest carrier in the United States by parcel delivery volume in 2025. According to ShipMatrix data, the company narrowly surpassed the U.S. Postal…
Alibaba announced Wukong, its new platform aimed at placing artificial intelligence directly at the center of corporate business processes and operations. According to…
Amazon has taken a new step that redefines delivery speed in the United States. By introducing 1-hour and 3-hour delivery options across many markets, including major…
The United Arab Emirates continues to reinforce its strong position at both the regional and global levels in the digital economy and cross-border e-commerce. Recent…
Leading figures of the global e-commerce sector are preparing to come together at the WORLDEF PRIME Matchmaking Summit to be held in Antalya. The WORLDEF PRIME…
Amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region, countries in the area have begun activating alternative logistics corridors to prevent potential disruptions in the…
The startup ecosystem in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) received a total of $326.6 million in investment in February 2026. According to the latest report…
During a meeting held by Amazon engineers, code written for testing purposes accidentally affected the live system and caused disruptions in some e-commerce services. It…
Ubuy, the cross-border e-commerce platform operating in the Gulf region, has started offering the “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) model to users in the United Arab Emirates…
OpenAI is making a significant strategic shift at a time when AI-powered shopping experiences are increasingly being discussed. The company has temporarily suspended the…
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