TechCrunch

MAY 30, 2022

This downsizing from the Dubai-based startup adds to the long list of global cross-stage layoffs in what has been a rough month for tech employees. SWVL is present in 13 markets globally: the UAE, Egypt, Kenya, Germany, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Turkey, Japan, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Pakistan.

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The Verge

JUNE 3, 2021

It’ll take your mind off the global pandemic at least. The Kargu-2 system that’s mentioned here is a quadcopter built in Turkey : it’s essentially a consumer drone that’s used to dive-bomb targets. What’s next for LAWS and the law? Or more accurately: the fog of LAWS. It’s cheery stuff, isn’t it?

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TechCrunch

APRIL 4, 2023

The latter have collectively become a key driver in the movement against the government’s proposals, alarmed as they are that Israel’s hallowed “Startup Nation” reputation was at threat if the sacred rule of law became questioned at home and abroad. If these laws pass… it’s [would put] a complete stop on any investment activity.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 27, 2023

These factors are proving fertile ground for establishing and growing fintechs that focus exclusively on Islamic finance, offering products and services that follow shariah law. Shariah law calls for a different approach to financial services, and conventional banks are also launching products for Muslim customers.

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TechCrunch

MAY 2, 2022

Swvl , an Egyptian startup that provides shared transportation services for intercity and intracity trips, has expanded into Turkey through an acquisition of Volt Lines , a B2B transportation-as-a-service operator. Arrington previously worked at the law firm of Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP.

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Engadget

MAY 30, 2025

The baseline 1GB holiday eSIM plans last for 5 days and can apply to countries, regions, or the entire world (though it's not clear whether the package deal applies to the regional and global plans). That isn't to say users in the Global South get nothing. per month or $99.95 per year Lowest prepaid rate: $4.99

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The Verge

JULY 30, 2020

Turkish lawmakers passed legislation requiring social media platforms with over one million daily users, including Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube , to open offices in Turkey and comply with government demands to block or remove content hosted on their platforms. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his governing A.K.P. Industry. ?

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The Verge

JUNE 16, 2020

But for me, I mean, my goodness, I’m free throw shooting with a Boston Celtic while I’m talking about [President Recep Tayyip] Erdogan in Turkey being a serial human rights abuser and the need for us to be able to stand up as a country for the human rights of people inside of Turkey, which is where the family still lives for him.

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The Verge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

To address ownership concerns, ByteDance plans to do an initial public offering of global TikTok on a U.S. Oracle will also own a minority stake that will be less than 20% of the new global TikTok, two of the people said. As the conspiracy theories grows, hate campaigns against local laws and politicians could become more commonplace.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

So-called free markets only work when laws of various kindsthemselves designed by a host of choice architects, in the lingo of behavioral economistsemerge to help make the whole business run smoothly. There is good reason why having choices is associated with human rights protections and global happiness indexes.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 24, 2025

We know that China, Iran, Russia, Turkey, and North Korea are using bot networks to amplify narratives all over the world, says Ran Farhi, CEO of Xpoz , a threat detection platform that uncovers coordinated attempts to spread lies and manipulate public opinion in politics and beyond. A lie repeated often enough becomes truth.

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