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Startups across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region had a fantastic February 2026, pulling in a total of $279 million in funding. A big chunk of this, about 74.5%, went to companies in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, really showing their strong lead in the regional investment scene.
Sitecore is expanding its investments in the Middle East by launching a sovereign cloud and its SitecoreAI platform in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This strategic move aims to support digital transformation, localize data, and enhance customer experiences across the region.
A new study shows that video games are absolutely dominating digital spending in the Middle East, capturing a massive 63.2% of the market. This exciting growth, especially in countries like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, is really boosting the region's digital and creative economy, opening up fantastic opportunities for young people.
Saudi Arabia has officially joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI). This move strengthens the Kingdom's commitment to overseeing AI risks, supporting international governance, and attracting investments, all part of its Vision 2030 for a thriving digital economy.
