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Editorial Board
The Disruptor Editorial Board brings together experienced writers, analysts, and industry voices dedicated to curating fresh perspectives on technology, startups, and the future of business. Acting as the guiding voice of the magazine, the board ensures every story we publish is insightful, relevant, and aligned with our mission—to spotlight innovation and inspire bold thinking.
iVoiceUp, the region’s first and fastest-growing AI-powered whistleblowing and ethics case management platform, has closed an investment round led by A15. The funding will accelerate the company’s expansion across key MENA markets, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Built for the modern enterprise, iVoiceUp offers a comprehensive ethics and compliance case management solution that enables senior leadership to detect, manage, and analyze misconduct before it escalates. The platform spans a wide range of use cases—from financial crimes such as embezzlement and corruption to non-financial issues including sexual harassment and discrimination—helping organizations protect brand reputation, reduce financial risk, and foster…
Saudi event organizer Tahaluf has announced the launch of Kingdom of Gaming, a new global platform designed to bring together the world’s leading game developers, creative studios, publishers, investors, and digital talent. The inaugural edition will take place in Riyadh from December 1–3, 2026, marking one of the Kingdom’s most ambitious moves yet to establish itself as a major force in the global gaming industry. Positioned as a strategic ecosystem for decision-makers and innovators, Kingdom of Gaming aims to reshape how interactive entertainment is built, funded, and distributed—particularly across fast-growing emerging markets. The event will run alongside Black Hat MEA,…
Amazon has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest more than $35 billion in India by 2030, accelerating its push into artificial intelligence, logistics, and global exports as the world’s biggest tech companies deepen their bets on Asia’s fastest-growing digital economy. The move caps a remarkable year in which U.S. tech giants collectively committed tens of billions of dollars to India’s tech infrastructure. Earlier this week, Microsoft announced a $17.5 billion investment in AI and cloud infrastructure—its largest commitment in Asia—while Google pledged $15 billion over the next five years to build next-generation AI data centers across the country. Amazon said…
fal has secured a $140 million Series D round, tripling its valuation to $4.5 billion—a dramatic leap from the $1.5 billion valuation recorded just five months earlier. The San Francisco–based company, which powers real-time generative media infrastructure for developers, has now raised three funding rounds totaling $314 million in 2025, while its revenue skyrocketed from $10 million to more than $200 million in under 18 months. The latest round was led by Sequoia, with participation from Kleiner Perkins and NVIDIA NVentures, further cementing fal’s position as the leading independent infrastructure layer for AI-generated images, video, audio, and 3D content. Today,…
Reno, a UAE-born technology startup building what it calls the region’s first end-to-end operating system for home and commercial renovations, has secured $4 million in a mix of equity and venture debt. The round attracted participation from leading regional and global investors including 500 Sanabil, Hub71, Plus VC, Zero 100 VC, FlyerOne Ventures, Sandstorm VC, AngelSpark, and Swiss Founders Fund. Reengineering a Fragmented Industry Established in 2024, Reno is taking aim at one of the region’s most notoriously complex industries: renovations. Traditionally marked by unclear timelines, budget overruns, and scattered contractors, the sector has long been due for modernization. Reno…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Q Fund, the investment arm of Qewam Holding, has partnered with New Whys to launch the Black Iris Angel Network (Bayan), a specialized angel investment group aimed at closing the early-stage funding gap and empowering a new generation of Saudi entrepreneurs. A Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Founders and Investors The launch of Bayan marks a strategic collaboration that brings together Q Fund’s investment expertise and New Whys’ deep experience in opportunity analysis and venture creation. The network aims to back high-potential Saudi startups while equipping investors with the tools and insights needed to assess high-risk, high-return…
Applications are now officially open for Egypt’s first EV-focused accelerator, launched by Raya FutureTECH and Raya Auto, in partnership with Entlaq—a program designed to empower early-stage founders building the future of clean energy and sustainable mobility. This accelerator offers deep mentorship, technical support, business model refinement, and real exposure to investors, culminating in a high-impact Demo Day. The winning teams will receive an exclusive immersive trip to China to meet and learn from global EV leaders, including a visit to XPENG headquarters. At a Glance Program Overview Egypt’s first EV accelerator provides a full suite of resources tailored to high-potential…
This interview with Josh Kaufman, renowned business expert and author of the international bestseller The Personal MBA (over 900,000 copies sold), explores the essentials of business and entrepreneurship without the need for a traditional MBA. Kaufman, also author of The First 20 Hours and How to Fight a Hydra, shares practical insights on how to start, run, and grow a successful business. The conversation covers: Overall, Kaufman emphasizes that success comes from value creation, experimentation, and continuous learning, rather than credentials.
In “How a Billionaire Spends 7 Days!”, Robert Herjavec shares how he balances family, business, content creation, kindness—and still leads with purpose and presence every single day. This isn’t just about what he does—it’s a reminder that we all get the same seven days. What will you do with yours? Watch now and get inspired. Why it Works:
From selling garbage bags door-to-door at age 12 to becoming a billionaire entrepreneur, Mark Cuban’s story is a masterclass in persistence, trust, and innovation. In this powerful conversation with Evan Carmichael, Cuban shares how simple beginnings can lead to industry revolutions. What you’ll discover in this video: Key Takeaway: Success isn’t just about making sales—it’s about creating trust, breaking barriers, and adapting to change. Mark Cuban’s journey proves that entrepreneurship is a skill anyone can cultivate with discipline, creativity, and resilience.