Analysis

May 21, 2024

European tech loves the Gulf - does it love us back?

European founders' excitement about the Gulf doesn't quite feel like it is being equally reciprocated

Freya Pratty

3 min read

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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