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Hendy HARIANTO Receives Top Honors as No.1 Recipient of The 2024 World CIO CTO 100 Award

In a remarkable achievement highlighting his outstanding leadership in IT and business process transformation, Hendy HARIANTO has been named the No.1 recipient of The 2024 World CIO CTO 100 Award by Marlow Business School. This prestigious accolade, bestowed upon him from a pool of over 1,300 global IT leaders, recognizes his profound impact and dedication…

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Qblox Secures $26M Series A Funding to Propel Quantum Control Stack Development

Qblox, a pioneering quantum technology firm renowned for its advanced quantum control stacks, has announced the successful closure of a $26 million Series A funding round. The investment, led by Quantonation and Invest-NL Deep Tech Fund, with participation from QDNL and the European Innovation Council (EIC), marks a significant milestone in Qblox’s journey towards advancing…

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iOnctura Raises EUR 80 Million to Propel Groundbreaking Cancer Treatments

iOnctura, a pioneering biopharmaceutical company specializing in innovative cancer treatments, has secured EUR 80 million in Series B financing. This milestone funding round, led by Syncona Limited with participation from the European Innovation Council (EIC) Fund and existing investors, underscores iOnctura’s transformative strides in oncology. The investment will accelerate the development of iOnctura’s lead candidate,…

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Saudi Arabia Surpasses China as Leading Emerging-Market Bond Issuer

In a significant shift of financial tides, Saudi Arabia has emerged as the foremost issuer of international debt among emerging markets, displacing China from its long-held position. This milestone marks the culmination of the kingdom’s accelerated global borrowing campaign, bolstered by investor confidence in Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s transformative Vision 2030 initiative. Data from…

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Egyptian Fintech Startup Bokra Poised for MENA Expansion with Innovative Wealth Management Platform

Egyptian fintech startup Bokra is set to redefine wealth management in the MENA region with a pioneering platform offering goal-based investment and saving products backed by asset-backed securities. Founded on principles of inclusivity, transparency, and social responsibility, Bokra aims to empower individuals and SMEs by democratizing access to sophisticated financial tools. Scheduled for launch in…

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Alexander Khanin CEO of Polynome Group

Polynome Group Launches $100 Million AI Fund to Drive Innovation in Dubai

In a groundbreaking move set to redefine Dubai’s technological landscape, Polynome Group, a leading UAE-based technology firm, has announced the launch of a visionary $100 million fund dedicated to advancing AI startups. This strategic initiative, unveiled during the prestigious AI Retreat organized by the Dubai Centre for AI Applications in collaboration with the National Programme…

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Andreea Danila, founder and Board Member, Global Millennial Capital

Global Millennial Capital Eyes Bengaluru for Tech Investment Surge

Global Millennial Capital (GMCL), a prominent UAE-based investment firm specializing in tech startups, is setting its sights on Bengaluru, India’s bustling tech hub, for its next phase of strategic investments. Founded in 2021 by Andreea Danila, GMCL has swiftly carved a niche in the global investment landscape, focusing on pioneering technologies and intellectual property-driven businesses….

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Arcadia Finance Launches New Litigation Funding Firm, Secures $100M Investment

Arcadia Finance, a pioneering litigation funding firm specializing in commercial litigation and arbitration, announced its official launch today with a robust commitment of over $100 million in investment capital. Founded by seasoned veterans David Kerstein, Ronit Cohen, and Joshua Libling, Arcadia aims to revolutionize the legal financing landscape with customized solutions and extensive industry experience….

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Zencity Raises $40 Million to Advance AI in Local Government Trust-Building Efforts

Zencity, a prominent community engagement platform serving the local government sector across four continents, has secured a significant $40 million investment in its Series C funding round led by StepStone Group. This latest infusion of capital, which includes participation from existing investor TLV Partners, brings the total raised by the company to $91 million and…

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