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e& To Become A Major Stakeholder In The Careem Super App

e& will invest $400 million into the Careem Super App, in line with plans to transform the brand into a global technology and investments group.

Published

2 years ago

April 10, 2023

Nour Nasir

Careem

e& has announced a new $400 million deal with Uber, and its local subsidiary Careem. The technology and investment group will acquire a majority stake in the Careem Super App, though the ride-hailing service will remain in Uber’s ownership and continue to offer its existing food delivery, micro-mobility, and fintech services to customers across the MENA region.

“We are excited to bring e& into the family. Their passion for uplifting the region and the synergies across their portfolio is extremely valuable. With two strong partners in e& and Uber, I have no doubt that we will build the preeminent technology platform of the region,” says Mudassir Sheikha, Careem CEO, and co-founder.

Careem will use the investment to expand core services and the Careem Plus subscription program, with the aim of becoming North Africa and the Middle East’s “everything app”.

Careem expects significant benefits from the e& partnership, including access to a customer base of 163 million subscribers across 16 countries. The investment will also unlock e&’s extensive experience in scaling complex tech ventures into new regions.

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“The shared vision between e& and Careem is exciting, and we believe that together we’ll be able to enhance our impact across different markets in the region while pushing the boundaries of customer experience,” says e& Group CEO Hatem Dowidar.

Since being acquired by Uber in 2020, Careem has evolved into a multi-service app offering more than 12 individual services. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, UAE food delivery subsidiary Quik has grown 46X, with orders increasing by 86%. Meanwhile, micro-mobility service Careem Bike saw gains of 61%, while the company also brought new third-party services under its umbrella, including rental cars, spas, and laundry services.

Completion of the latest deal with e& will see even more comprehensive services offered, though the investment is still subject to regulatory approval and other administrative procedures.

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Samsung To Roll Out One UI 7 Starting April 7

The update will introduce AI-driven tools and Google integration, along with a fresh design and enhanced personalization options.

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3 days ago

March 20, 2025

Nour Nasir

Samsung

Samsung has confirmed that One UI 7 will officially begin rolling out on April 7, bringing a fresh design and enhanced personalization options. This update is tailored for a more intuitive user experience, powered by AI-driven improvements. Initially, One UI 7 will be available in the U.S. on the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, and Z Flip6 starting April 10. The rollout will gradually expand to more Galaxy smartphones and tablets in the following weeks.

Refined Design And More Customization

With One UI 7, Samsung is introducing a cleaner, more cohesive look aimed at making customization easier and more intuitive. The home screen, widgets, and lock screen have been redesigned to streamline navigation and personalization.

One standout feature is Now Bar, which provides real-time updates directly on the lock screen. Whether checking workout progress during a run or seeing what’s playing on Galaxy Buds, users can access key information with just a swipe — no need to unlock the phone.

AI-Powered Enhancements For A Smoother Experience

Samsung has integrated AI into One UI 7 to make everyday interactions more seamless and efficient. Galaxy AI helps users complete tasks with minimal app switching, while AI Select suggests relevant actions based on selected content. For instance, users can swipe the Edge Panel and tap the AI Select icon while watching a video to instantly create a GIF.

Writing Assist — a favorite tool for Galaxy users — will now offer automatic text summarization and formatting. Meanwhile, Drawing Assist provides a creative boost by generating visuals from text prompts, images, or sketches. Another highlight, Audio Eraser, allows users to fine-tune video sound by isolating and adjusting different audio elements.

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Finally, Samsung has added greater integration with Google Gemini. Users can simply activate Gemini and ask, “Find Italian restaurants with outdoor seating that are pet friendly” to get instant recommendations. Natural language search also makes adjusting settings easier — users can now tap the mic icon in Settings and say, My eyes feel tired, to receive suggestions like dimming the screen or enabling Eye Comfort Shield.

Device Compatibility And Rollout Schedule

The One UI 7 update will begin rolling out on April 7, with more devices receiving it in the weeks that follow. Compatible models include the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6, Z Fold5, Z Flip5, and the Galaxy Tab S10 and Tab S9 series.