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    Catalyst Partners Seeks Approval for Egypt’s First SPAC

    SPACs, relatively new to the Egyptian market, are shell companies that raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO) to acquire an existing company within a specific timeframe.

    Inside Revamped SPAC Rules in Egypt: What Pre-IPO Startups Need to Know

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    The FCCPC’s investigation, conducted jointly with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), found that Meta and WhatsApp engaged in abusive and invasive practices against Nigerian consumers and data subjects

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    The advantages of obtaining the startup label extend far beyond mere recognition. Labelled startups enjoy a suite of benefits designed to accelerate their growth and sustainability
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