San Francisco-based unicorn companies make up just 14.10 percent of the global total, yet they collectively contribute an impressive $781.31 billion to the world’s entire unicorn valuation
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‘Twitter’s loss is Dubai’s gain’: Mass firing by tech firms to trigger surge in tech talent movement to UAE
Fintech, edtech and healthtech ventures are the most sought after sectors for techies moving from India and other parts of the world to the Gulf country
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Bulk visa issuances, faster business licensing among UAE’s new initiatives to attract top digital firms, talent
The NextGenFDI initiative builds on the UAE’s earlier announcements regarding boosting its digital economy
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Why a Romanian-based software company is launching its Middle East headquarters in the UAE
Dubai’s digital-friendly initiatives, including the National Programme for Coders, makes it an attractive base for tech companies, said CEO of Private Investment Group, co-owner of RebelDot UAE
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Tech firms set up shop in Kuwait as Gulf country streamlines regulation
Incentives, including waived taxes and priority in government bids, have been given to technology companies by KDIPA, the government arm responsible for promoting foreign companies
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Video: India is becoming its own Silicon Valley
Traditionally, India’s best and brightest tech talent has emigrated to the United States for lucrative job opportunities.
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India’s FDI rule changes likely to attract more high tech, luxury brands
India will allow single brand companies to start online sales in India before they set up their brick and mortar stores which could be opened within two years
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Video: Why big tech is racing to bring the internet to India
Only a fraction of India’s 1.3 billion people have access to the internet.