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Vayu Robotics unveils first on-road delivery AI-powered robot

by Mark Dowdall | Jul 24, 2024

Vayu Robotics has introduced its first on-road delivery A!-powered robot, bypassing the conventional LiDAR technology

WEE Marketplace secures $10 million as part of pre-Series A round

by Mark Dowdall | Apr 26, 2024

WEE, a Dubai-based e-commerce platform, has been boosted with a $10 million infusion from SIG INVESTMENT enabling it to strengthen its presence in the region.

5 food delivery apps using AI-powered technology in 2024

by Mark Dowdall | Apr 11, 2024

Here are five food delivery apps successfully using AI-powered solutions to enhance user experiences and streamline operations in 2024.

Delivery is decisive cost driver for online retailers in DACH region – EHI Retail Institute

by Mark Dowdall | Feb 12, 2024

The EHI Retail Institute has called on online retailers to examine their processes and cost structures, revealing in a study that after long periods of growth for e-commerce, current forecasts are less rosy.

Zofeur launches Santa Claus chauffeur service for the festive season

by Mark Dowdall | Dec 22, 2023

Zofeur, the Dubai-based startup and “Pay-per-minute” chauffeur services platform, is giving lucky customers the opportunity to be driven by exclusive Santa Claus chauffeurs during evening rides over this Christmas period.

How restaurants can adapt to the rise of eco-friendly and reusable takeout packaging

by Mark Dowdall | Dec 15, 2023

With COP28 very much in focus over the last week, Naji Haddad, MENA General Manager at Deliverect, has outlined eight key steps restaurant owners can take to increase sustainable delivery practices and cut down on environmental damage.

Doordash and Aldi expand partnership to offer ‘safe’ alcohol delivery

by Mark Dowdall | Sep 19, 2023

Doordash and ALDI have expanded their partnership in the U.S. to allow consumers order on-demand alcohol through safe, age-verified delivery.

Walmart adds late-night Express Delivery service

by Mark Dowdall | Sep 13, 2023

Express Delivery will come with a Live Shopper feature that enables real-time text communication with a personal shopper, Walmart said.

Working under pressure: How Kitopi is approaching on-demand delivery

by Mark Dowdall | Sep 7, 2023

Kunal Gupta, Head of Global Supply Chain at Kitopi explains to Seamless Xtra how its multi-brand restaurant has been leveraging advances in technology to help meet time demands.

IKEA and Tesco team up to expand mobile pick-up points

by Mark Dowdall | Aug 4, 2023

IKEA and Tesco team up to expand mobile pick-up points

BEST Vietnam joins up with VNPAY to enable cashless payments

by Mark Dowdall | Jul 11, 2023

BEST Vietnam joins up with VNPAY to enable cashless payments

Report: MENA food delivery companies post $310 million net profit in 2022

by Mark Dowdall | Jun 16, 2023

The Teaser Platform report analysed the financial performance of food delivery companies in the Middle East and North African region for the past 3 years

Stripe and Uber partner to enhance payment options

by Mark Dowdall | May 5, 2023

The partnership between Uber and Stripe allows users of the ride-hailing app to pay directly with their bank accounts

Eurora, Joom to use automation tech to simplify cross-border trade with Europe

by Mark Dowdall | Apr 7, 2023

Joom plans to use Eurora’s AI and machine learning technology to automate the HS code allocation for more accurate compliance for cross-border shipments.

Flybuy and Olo deploy new data for pickup orders

by Mark Dowdall | Mar 7, 2023

The new features are said to enhance the staff’s visibility into the customer’s journey to the store allowing for precise preparation time of orders based on exact arrival times.