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Uber's Gulf delivery bet

On July 16, the US ride-hailing giant announced a $14.8 billion takeover offer for Germany’s Delivery Hero, a blockbuster deal that would hand the US firm control of Gulf delivery heavyweight Talabat as well as Saudi Arabia’s HungerStation.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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The UAE's new AI advantage

A US decision easing access to advanced AI technology has strengthened Abu Dhabi's position as Gulf states compete for leadership in the sector.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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The next phase of Middle East tech

Crypto, AI and Gulf capital drive this week's tech agenda

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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No ceasefire in cyberspace

The number of Iranian cyberattacks against Israel reached around 4,800 hostile incidents in June, compared to roughly 1,600 in June 2025, according to a senior Israeli cybersecurity official.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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Aramco venture arm bets Saudi startup future on deep tech

Saudi Arabia is entering a new phase of venture-backed growth targeting fields such as artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, blockchain, quantum computing, robotics and renewable energy.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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Syria’s post-war tech risks

A US-Iran agreement may be easing regional tensions, but risks to Middle East tech infrastructure continue to grow.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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Gulf logistics startups ride Hormuz trade shift

As cargo flows are rerouted across the Arabian Peninsula, overland freight networks are suddenly becoming critical infrastructure.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

Explainer

Saudi investors could emerge as key winners from SpaceX’s historic IPO

A new disclosure from Saudi Arabia's Kingdom Holding ahead of SpaceX’s Nasdaq debut shows just how valuable Elon Musk's relationship with Gulf investors has become.

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Gulf AI bets near payoff

A wave of US tech IPOs could deliver major windfalls for Gulf sovereign wealth funds.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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Iran eases wartime internet blackout

Internet watchdogs say the recovery remains limited, with NetBlocks reporting only partial restoration across parts of the country.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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Rebuilding Syria’s digital economy

Syria’s gradual return to the global financial system is opening new banking and fintech opportunities for people inside the country.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

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US-Gulf tech ties face war test

One year after Trump’s Gulf AI push, rising regional conflict is testing whether booming US-Gulf tech ties can withstand mounting geopolitical risks.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech