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  • Nexon open to working with more Western developers after Arc Raiders success

    Nexon open to working with more Western developers after Arc Raiders success

    Asian games giant Nexon is open to working with more Western studios following the blockbuster success of Arc Raiders.

    Speaking to Game File, CEO Junghun Lee said that his company wants to do more with developers in Europe and…

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  • Barakat, Maher & Partners, in association with Clyde & Co, advises Erada Finance on Securitization : Clyde & Co

    Barakat, Maher & Partners, in association with Clyde & Co, advises Erada Finance on Securitization : Clyde & Co

    In a strong close to 2025 for our Capital Market Team in Cairo, Barakat, Maher & Partners, in association with Clyde & Co, is proud to have advised Capital for Securitization on the second issuance of the tenth programme at EGP 478,000,000, structured across three tranches against a securitization portfolio assigned by Erada Microfinance Co.



    Barakat, Maher & Partners, in association with Clyde & Co, advises Erada Finance on Securitization

    The team was led by Mostafa Elsakaa, partner and head of capital market in Cairo, with the support of senior associate Walid Enany, and associates Omar Mahmoud and Mahmoud Toraya. 

    The issuance was approved by the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) on 30 December 2025, and the transaction brought together leading institutions across the market, with CI Capital Securities Brokerage acting as the financial advisor and lead arranger; and Arab African International Bank (AAIB) serving as the custodian, while Suez Canal Bank acted as the subscription receiver and underwriter.

    Mostafa Elsakaa commented,

     

    Mohamed Barakat added, 

     


    Two years since opening our Cairo office, our team has established itself as a transactional powerhouse, advising local and international businesses across a wide range of sectors. We have successfully handled complex M&A transactions, including advising on the first merger in Egypt’s private sector insurance industry, as well as handling private equity, anti-trust, competition, regulatory and corporate matters. Our teams expertise also extends to joint ventures (JVs), restructurings, separations and carve-outs, together with initial public offerings (IPOs) and securitization deals including four closings for Capital for Securitization on the mortgage portfolio of Bedaya, the fourth issuance valued at EGP 1,637,000,000 on 26 March 2025, the third issuance valued at  EGP 1,780,500,000 on 25 December 2024 and the first two issuances, valued at EGP 843 million on 29 December 2023 and EGP 1,415,500,000 on 10 October 2024. As well as closing the successful securitization deal, Capital for Securitization on the microfinance portfolio of Erada Microfinance valued at EGP 718 million in January 2025. 

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  • Campaigning starts for Bangladesh election

    Campaigning starts for Bangladesh election

    DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Campaigning began Thursday for Bangladesh’s first national elections since the 2024 uprising that ousted longtime Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

    The major political parties held…

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  • 'One Battle After Another,' 'Sinners' could make history with Oscar nominations – NPR

    'One Battle After Another,' 'Sinners' could make history with Oscar nominations – NPR

    1. ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ could make history with Oscar nominations  NPR
    2. Oscar nominations 2026: What to expect and how to watch  BBC
    3. ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ tipped to top Oscar noms  Business Recorder
    4. Dennis The…

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  • Hampshire’s Young Guns Star As England Reach Super Sixes

    Hampshire’s Young Guns Star As England Reach Super Sixes

    Ben Mayes and Manny Lumsden produced clutch performances as England qualify for the Super Sixes of the U19 World Cup having won all three group matches

    England have reached the Super Sixes of the ICC Men’s U19 World…

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  • Next generation of Jabra headsets delivers new features…

    Next generation of Jabra headsets delivers new features…

    By Kasturi Datta |

    Device manufacturer Jabra has launched its new Evolve3 series of headsets, with new features.   


    Designed to provide crossover appeal for both hybrid working and…

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  • Maynooth black hole research ‘unlocks one of astronomy’s big puzzles’

    Maynooth black hole research ‘unlocks one of astronomy’s big puzzles’

    Researchers at Maynooth University have been exploring one of nature’s and astronomy’s major conundrums and they are much closer to the answer.

    A team of researchers at Maynooth University (MU) have been…

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  • Tips from the pros: Koala spotting down under

    Tips from the pros: Koala spotting down under

    Every visitor to Australia hopes to catch sight of the tree-dwelling marsupials and our riders have been determined to make the most of their time down under. Fortunately, Henrietta Christie’s time-tested koala spotting strategy has served the…

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  • Social Factors Shape Lung Cancer in Never-Smokers – European Medical Journal Lung Cancer Risk in Never-Smokers: Key Drivers

    Social Factors Shape Lung Cancer in Never-Smokers – European Medical Journal Lung Cancer Risk in Never-Smokers: Key Drivers

    CHRONIC lung disease and socioeconomic disadvantage were tied to markedly increased lung cancer risk, among never-smokers in Korea.

    Lung Cancer Risk in Never-Smokers Linked to Chronic Lung Disease

    While lung cancer screening has reduced…

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  • RCF expands EVOX family | Worship AVL

    Three active column systems have been added to RCF’s EVOX lineup, built around a true 3-way electroacoustic design, a new amplification platform and a clean, neutral aesthetic. All models are available in black or white. Described as a…

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