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Ma’an and Hub71 Join Forces to Elevate Social Tech Entrepreneurship in Abu Dhabi

31 December 20242 January 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an and Hub71 have partnered to boost social tech entrepreneurship in Abu Dhabi. The collaboration supports social startups with mentorship, resources, and the Social Certificate. Startups gain access to Hub71’s network and incentives, fostering local impact and global scaling, while shaping Abu Dhabi’s social tech ecosystem. Abu Dhabi, 31…

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Iraq’s Qi Card Launches SuperQi App with Digital Banking Features

31 December 20242 January 2025 Editor No Comments

Iraq’s fintech leader, Qi Card, has unveiled SuperQi, a third-generation app developed in collaboration with Ant International, powered by Alipay+ Wallet Tech solutions. The app combines a digital lifestyle super app with a fully functional digital bank, aiming to drive financial inclusion and accelerate Iraq’s shift towards a cashless economy. Available in Arabic, English, and…

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Dr. Manmohan Singh: A Visionary Economist and Architect of Industrial Reforms

28 December 202428 January 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments Featured

Manmohan’s contributions to the India’s industrial economy is often perceived by the popular media in terms of the New Industrial Policy(1990);in fact, it was more broadbased. Beyond his roles as a bureaucrat-turned-politician, Dr. Singh inspired generations of budding economists.

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Trinasolar Partners with Energy China ZTPC and AMEA Power for Landmark Energy Storage Project in Egypt

23 December 202428 January 2025 Editor No Comments Featured

By combining renewable generation with cutting-edge storage, the Abydos project sets a benchmark for future energy initiatives in North Africa, enhancing grid stability and accelerating the shift toward a sustainable energy future.

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Muscat Declaration Reaffirms Arab Commitment to Women’s Empowerment 30 Years After the Beijing Declaration

17 December 202417 December 2024 Perumal Koshy No Comments

Muscat, December 9, 2024 – The Sultanate of Oman hosted a high-level regional meeting today, marking 30 years since the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a global framework for advancing women’s rights and gender equality. The event brought together ministers, senior officials from Arab national women’s affairs bodies, representatives of civil…

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Fintech’s Biggest Stage Arrives in Riyadh: Money20/20 Middle East Set to Redefine the Future of Finance

17 December 202417 December 2024 Svetlana M No Comments

Money20/20 Middle East will build on this success to become the largest ever fintech event in the region – featuring a diverse lineup of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, designed to foster collaborations and spark new ideas within the financial ecosystem. Attendees will include industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and investors who are shaping the future of payments and fintech.

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India MSME Report 2024 Unveiled in Kochi: Empowering Small Enterprises for Future Growth

17 December 202431 January 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments Featured

India MSME Report 2024, by ISED Small Enterprise Observatory, is India’s only comprehensive MSME reference document. It explores technology, finance, solopreneurship, and the Vision MSME 2047 roadmap, while analyzing entrepreneurship trends, labor markets, and MSME linkages. Positioned as a strategic tool for economic growth, the report highlights MSMEs as engines of economic resilience, delivering key…

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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: The Surge of Women-Owned MSMEs in India

16 December 202428 January 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Since the revised definition of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) was adopted on July 1, 2020, India has witnessed a significant increase in women-owned MSMEs. As of November 30, 2024, a total of 22,073,675 women-owned MSMEs have registered on the Udyam Registration Portal (URP) and the Udyam Assist Platform (UAP). State-wise Distribution and Highlights…

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STRIVE Initiative Strengthens India’s ITI Ecosystem, Boosts Female Participation and Learning Outcomes

14 December 202417 December 2024 Svetlana M No Comments

New Delhi, December 13, 2024 – The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) showcased the achievements of its STRIVE (Skills Strengthening for Industrial Value Enhancement) initiative during an event at Kaushal Bhawan. The program, supported by the World Bank, has significantly enhanced India’s Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) by improving infrastructure, learning outcomes, and inclusivity…

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Google’s Quantum Leap: The Game-Changing “Willow” Chip

12 December 202413 December 2024 Chris Peterson No Comments

Google has unveiled its latest innovation in the realm of quantum computing with the introduction of “Willow,“ a breakthrough quantum chip designed to tackle one of the field’s most daunting challenges: error correction. This achievement represents a significant leap forward in the pursuit of scalable and practical quantum systems, potentially unlocking a future of unprecedented…

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