Richard Fitzgerald looks at six new tech start-ups that are poised to shake-up the MENA region
There is much talk about the start-up culture in the Middle East. Does the cost of set-up and red tape stifle entrepreneurship? Is there a strong enough support system from mentorship to investment? Do the governments and finance sector do enough to encourage new businesses? Will the region produce a truly global player in the tech scene? When will we see an Arabic Alibaba?
The reality on the ground is that despite the perceived difficulties the start-up scene is strong across the Middle East and there are a few shining lights leading the way. Companies such as Uber competitor Careem, ecommerc
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