Topic: tech ecosystem
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Why Your Startup Should Launch in Saudi Arabia Now
Saudi Arabia offers a compelling opportunity for tech startups due to its Vision 2030-driven transformation, supported by significant public funding and progressive policies. The country has rapidly emerged as a top startup ecosystem, with Riyadh ranking among the top 25 globally, fueled by incre...
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Ukraine Emerges as a Global Defense Tech Leader
Ukraine's tech sector has rapidly shifted to defense innovation, becoming a global leader in military technology due to real-world combat testing and effectiveness. The drone industry has seen explosive growth, with production soaring from 5,000 units in 2022 to four million by 2024, supported by...
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Senegal 2025: Africa's Next Digital Hub Investment Forum
Senegal is rapidly becoming West Africa's premier digital investment hub, driven by its "New Deal Technologique" strategy and a US$10 million partnership with the Gates Foundation to prioritize technology in economic growth. The Forum Invest in Senegal 2025 will highlight this vision, featuring a...
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The Real Challenges of Commercializing Brain Technology
The development of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) from lab concept to market faces significant scientific, technical, and market challenges, requiring extensive research and collaboration. Key hurdles include identifying viable applications that meet real human needs and ensuring reliable perfo...
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Morocco to Digitize 50,000 Retail Stores with Z.systems
The Moroccan government is partnering with Z.systems to digitally modernize 50,000 local shops, enhancing their competitiveness as part of the national strategy leading up to the 2030 World Cup. Shopkeepers will receive digital tools that streamline operations, connect them with major distributor...
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From YouTube to $12M: French VC Funds Y Combinator Startups
Gabriel Jarrosson's Lobster Capital exclusively invests in Y Combinator graduates, a focused strategy that has grown his assets to over $12 million and led to a second fund. This approach is based on Y Combinator's superior performance metrics, including a 4.5% unicorn rate and 45% Series A succe...
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