Regional business connections, cooperation and economic context.
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A selected 28 September–2 October review of Israeli startup funding, groundcover’s Wand deal, Mubadala–Together AI and proposed US crypto-custody rules.
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Entrepreneurs, venture-capital professionals and former Treasury officials also feature in Israel’s election story. Their records add depth to the question of who can deliver for the economy and relations with Arab countries.
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A new collaboration puts a small piece of silicon at the centre of a concrete Israel–Gulf business connection. The test is whether a promising design can become a dependable product.
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An analysis of the July nuclear agreement announcement and the distinction between US conditions and a Saudi agreement to normalize relations.
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Bitcoin Suisse’s July announcement concerns its regional subsidiary and institutional services. What the milestone says—and does not say—about crypto adoption.
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The fintech landscape across the Gulf states has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent months, with digital banking platforms and payment so
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The Abraham Accords: A New Dawn A Strategic Shift in Middle Eastern Relations The historic signing of the Abraham Accords under the auspices of the UAE’s President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan marked a monumental shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy. This move not only normalized relations between the UAE and Israel but also set a […]
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The intricate tapestry of Middle Eastern politics, woven with threads of conflict and collaboration, finds a noteworthy strand in the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) diplomatic endeavors. Amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza and its extensive repercussions, the UAE’s resolve to maintain its diplomatic ties with Israel underscores a pivotal strategy for regional peace and dialogue. […]
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Recent maritime tensions in the Red Sea have led to an innovative shift in cargo transportation, fostering a significant Arab-Israeli trade link by land. This development is a direct consequence of the persistent threats to sea navigation, notably from Houthi drone and missile attacks on shipping routes. The Emergence of a Land Bridge In response […]
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From Adversaries to Allies: A Convergence of Interests Shared Threats: Both Israel and the UAE view Iran as a major regional threat, fostering a #sense of solidarity and a willingness to collaborate on security measures. Economic Opportunities: The UAE, a global trade hub, sees immense potential in economic cooperation with Israel’s strong technological prowess, creating a mutually […]
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The Abraham Accords, signed in 2020 and 2021, marked a historic moment in the Middle East as Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco established diplomatic relations and normalized relations. These agreements, brokered by the United States under the administration of President Donald Trump, have far-reaching implications for the region and the world, […]
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Given the complementarity of long-term economic interests between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and the already deep-rooted relations, it is likely that ties will continue to grow, especially in the economic field, after the Israel and UAE Normalization. In August 2020, the United States announced the Israel and UAE Normalization, which establishes formal relations […]
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Work is underway on a tax treaty that would strengthen investment relations between Israel and the UAE and could be completed within the coming weeks. The treaty is expected to help facilitate more than $ 2 billion in annual bilateral trade in the coming years between Israel and the UAE. It could grow to as […]
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The Middle East and Africa region include 55 startup ecosystem represented in the top 1000 rankings. The region mainly consists of developing countries and consists of 20 countries in the top 100 rankings. The leading player in the area is Israel. Regardless of Israel, which in 2020 advanced to third place in the world after […]
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