article author: Arab News Author: Sat, 2026-04-18 10: 10 RIYADH: Startups across the Middle East and North Africa region attracted multiple funding rounds last week in various sectors, demonstrating resilience amid market uncertainty triggered by the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The impact of the war was evident in the first quarter of this year, with startup funding in the region falling to $941 million, a 21. 5 percent decline from the previous quarter and a 37 percent drop year on year. Main category: Business & Economy Tags: War in Iran



