Economy

Sovra Secures Over $2 Million to Build Self-Custodial Stablecoin Platform

Sovra, the fintech startup founded by former McKinsey consultant Ahmad Wehbi following Lebanon's 2019 banking crisis, raised more than $2…

Kpler Reports Surge in Strait of Hormuz Vessel Traffic to 40 Ships

Maritime tracking firm Kpler reported on June 30, 2026, that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz recovered with 40 vessels…

UAE Establishes Federal Authority to Centralize AI Data and Digital Governance

The UAE has created a new federal authority consolidating oversight of artificial intelligence, data protection and digital government to support…