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On-demand food delivery and multi-service platform active in the UAE and across the Middle East.
Recent News
Oman builds. Others benefit.
Omani startups like Akeed and Promize have achieved product-market fit but have been acquired by regional buyers before scaling into domestically listed, GDP-contributing firms. The piece argues for ecosystem changes — domestic IPO pathways, patient capital and data governance — to retain more startup value in Oman.
Regional conflict drags MENA startup funding down 22%
MENA startup funding fell 22% in H1 2026 to $1.35 billion with deal count down 41%; funding was highly concentrated in a few large rounds (notably CargoX, Mal and CNTXT AI) and early-stage activity slowed markedly.
Why the UAE Is Ideal for Launching a Multi-Service App
The UAE is positioned as a prime launchpad for multi-service super apps—backed by high digital payment adoption, government initiatives like Abu Dhabi’s TAMM 4.0, and a strong ecosystem of platform players—making fast, localized entry (often via white-label) attractive for founders.