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Global AI Firms Form Strategic Data Partnerships Amid Privacy Concerns
Leading companies in the field of artificial intelligence are forming regional and sector-specific strategic partnerships to access user data that is not readily…
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DAMAC Launches Middle East’s First Real Estate E-Commerce Platform
DAMAC Properties has introduced the Middle East’s first fully experiential real estate e-commerce platform.
- Digital Marketing
QNB Pioneers Unified Digital Wallet Integration in the GCC
Qatar National Bank (QNB) has become the first bank in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to enable the acceptance of digital wallets through a single, unified…
- AI
AI in Travel: Untapped Potential Amid Caution
A recent global survey reveals an interesting contrast in how artificial intelligence (AI) is embraced by internet users in the UAE, especially in the travel sector.
- E-Commerce
Chinese E‑Commerce Stock’s 230% Rally Faces Crucial Earnings Test
A leading Chinese e-commerce stock has surged an impressive 230% in value, but the rally faces a critical test as the company prepares to release its earnings report…
- AI
Abu Dhabi Enters Preconstruction Phase for New Sphere Venue
Abu Dhabi has entered a significant preconstruction agreement aimed at bringing the world’s second Sphere entertainment venue to the UAE capital.
- E-Commerce
Over 43 Million Digital Transactions Processed via Absher in July
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has announced that over 43 million electronic transactions were completed through its Absher platform during the month of July.
- AI
ChatGPT Leads the AI Landscape in the Middle East
In the Middle East, ChatGPT stands out as the most widely used AI chatbot, maintaining a strong lead over competitors.
- AI
UAE AI Camp Hosts 34,000 Participants
The United Arab Emirates recently hosted an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Camp that attracted significant attention across the country.
- AI
Riskified and HUMAN Join Forces to Secure AI-Powered Shopping
The rise of AI-powered shopping assistants in e-commerce has brought new opportunities along with increased risks of fraud through these channels.
- E-Commerce
A Guide to Visibility in AI-Based Searches for E-Commerce Websites
With the rise of AI-powered search tools, e-commerce websites are now required to adapt to these new systems. Tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Claude have started to…
- AI
IyeOgé: Africa’s First AI‑Powered Luxury Fashion Platform Launches This September
IyeOgé, the continent’s inaugural AI‑integrated luxury fashion e‑commerce platform, is set to debut in September 2025, promising a transformative fusion of African…
- E-Commerce
Flutterwave Surpasses $1 Billion in Africa–Asia Transactions in H1 2025
Flutterwave has achieved a remarkable milestone, processing roughly $1 billion in transactions between Africa and Asia during the first half of 2025.
- Startup
NBK Automobiles Launches Interactive Mercedes-Benz Online Configurator
Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles (NBK), the authorized general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, has introduced a powerful digital tool designed to enhance the…
- E-Commerce
Egypt Logs 416 Million E‑Commerce Conversations in a Year
Crowd Analyzer’s latest regional analysis reveals that Egypt’s online retail ecosystem is gaining momentum.
- AI
JD.com Strengthens Hong Kong Foothold with Kai Bo Supermarket Acquisition
JD.com has completed the acquisition of Kai Bo Food Supermarket, a well-established grocery chain in Hong Kong, marking a strategic entry into physical retail within the…
- Digital Marketing
Kaufland Expands Its Online Marketplace to France
French consumers can now access over three million items across 6,400+ categories, ranging from electronics and home appliances to sports, baby products, fashion, and…
- Digital Marketing
Nedbank Acquires iKhokha to Expand SME Digital Services
Nedbank Group has announced the acquisition of South African fintech company iKhokha in a cash deal valued at approximately $93 million.
- E-Commerce
Fulfilment Bridge and Royal Mail Launch MEA-to-Global Cross-Border Logistics Corridor
Fulfilment Bridge, a leading e-commerce logistics provider, has partnered with Royal Mail International to establish a robust cross-border logistics corridor linking the…
- AI
Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN Launches “Allam”: A Homegrown Milestone in Arabic AI
Saudi Arabia is fast cementing its role as a rising power in artificial intelligence with its national AI venture, HUMAIN, preparing to unveil a trailblazing Arabic…
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