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Amnesty International calls for Google to halt cloud business in Saudi Arabia

The Verge

Amnesty International is teaming up with 38 other human rights groups and individuals to call for a halt to Google’s plans to set up an enterprise cloud business in Saudi Arabia because of concerns over the country’s human rights track record. Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge.

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Y Combinator, 500 Startups, Plug and Play invest in Odiggo’s $2.2M seed round

TechCrunch

Over 50,000 car owners across three markets — Egypt, the UAE and Saudi Arabia — use Odiggo. CEO Omar said with this new round, Odiggo’s priority will be to attain consistent growth while expanding its team across the UEA, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. The company also works directly with over 300 merchants.

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Lucid Motors strikes SPAC deal to go public with $24 billion valuation

TechCrunch

The combined company, in which Saudi Arabia’s sovereign fund will continue to be the largest shareholder, will have a transaction equity value of $11.75 The combined company, in which Saudi Arabia’s sovereign fund will continue to be the largest shareholder, will have a transaction equity value of $11.75

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Dragos raises $110M Series C as demand to secure industrial systems soars

TechCrunch

” Another one of those places is Saudi Arabia, one of the world’s largest oil and gas producers, where Dragos has an office and now draws an investment. But the country has faced extensive criticism for its human rights record by international rights groups. “But we’re not rushed,” he said.

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Apple, Samsung partner Servify raises $65 million for its devices after-sales and management platform

TechCrunch

Servify, a startup that manages lifecycle of devices for several popular smartphone vendors including Apple and Samsung in many markets, has raised $65 million as it eyes becoming a public company in two years. Once it ensures 18-20% profitability, Servify plans to file for an initial public offering, he said.

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With ride-hail and delivery launch, Fenix wants to be the Bolt of the Middle East

TechCrunch

Couriers deliver goods using a combination of Fenix’s shared e-scooters and internal e-mopeds. Aside from Bahrain, Qatar, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates, Fenix also has a presence in Saudi Arabia, specifically with its shared and subscription scooter service.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

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