JLL’s recent report with The Business of Cities titled ‘Demand and Disruption in Global Cities’, aims to understand the rapidly evolving global system of cities, the impact major forces of change have on urban dynamics, and the implications for the real estate industry. The report reveals that economic fundamentals are no longer a city’s main […]

Travel offers the perfect time for people to immerse themselves in the moment. Whether meeting new people, exploring sights and sounds, or embracing diverse cultures and history, travel is the perfect way to see and experience the world in new ways. In the digital era, more travelers are sharing their favorite travel moments through social […]

E-commerce is fast disrupting traditional trade and rapidly taking over conventional retailers’ territory. A fact which is driven by a set of factors, atop of which comes the rapidly changing consumer behaviour. Online browsing has made purchasing experience through various electronic platforms smoother and efficient. Unlike traditional business, a customer is able to window shop […]

The highly-awaited Mercedes-Benz Challenge Season 8 presented by Gargash Group ends on a high note this Friday, 1st November 2019. The competition was held in various hotspots of Dubai. The overall challenge proved to be an exciting season of entertainment and fun tasks as the winning team, TWERK 4 DA MERC, who completed all the […]

HUAWEI Consumer Business Group (CBG) today announced that it will be launching the all-new HUAWEI FreeBuds 3 in the UAE. The world’s first open-fit active noise cancelling Bluetooth earphones, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 3 received 11 awards and various accolades since its reveal at IFA two months ago. Powered by Huawei’s proprietary Kirin A1 chipset, the […]

Trading Enterprises, exclusive distributor for Honda, Chrysler, Dodge, RAM and Volvo vehicles in the UAE and Jeep in Dubai and the Northern Emirates has announced an exciting 5-day sale on pre-owned vehicles at its showrooms located in Dubai Festival City. Starting November 6th until 10th, customers can save up to AED 15,000 on Honda vehicles […]

Pearson, the world’s learning company, welcomed the participation of more than 150 education professionals at its largest-ever annual schools’ conference in the UAE. The theme of the event focused on ‘Learning for the Future’ and explored innovative approaches to ensure that students are future-ready and fully able to meet and overcome the challenges of tomorrow. […]

His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, attended the 18th Meeting of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Council that is currently underway in Abu Dhabi. Highlighting the country’s achievements in promoting renewable energy deployment worldwide and studying opportunities for further collaboration, Her Excellency Dr Nawal Al-Hosany, […]

Citi introduced today PayAll and Global Wallet features to its newly revamped Citi Mobile® App: In a first by a bank in the UAE, Global Wallet is a new feature that allows customers to make purchases overseas without incurring additional currency conversion charges. Citi PayAll is a service that allows customers to use their credit […]

Al-Futtaim Toyota, in partnership with UAE government authorities, has completed a total of five raids on fake car part dealers in the third quarter of this year with a focus on counterfeit operations in Dubai and Sharjah, bringing the total value of counterfeit products seized or destroyed to over AED 26million this year. The majority […]

The second edition of EmTech MENA kicked off today at Jumeirah Emirates Towers. Organized by Dubai Future Foundation, the conference showcases emerging technologies with the greatest potential to impact lives, inspire the future and drive the new global economy. The event runs until November 5 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin […]

The second edition of EmTech MENA kicked off today during Dubai Future Week with a packed schedule of insightful sessions, panel discussions with high-level government officials and private sector leaders, as well as a showcase by the winners of the ‘Innovators Under 35’ award. Organized by Dubai Future Foundation, MIT Technology Review and Haykal Media, […]

The 24th session of the International Islamic Fiqh Academy Conference, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and organised and hosted by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD) discussed 15 research papers within three […]

LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, announced the global launch of Open for Business, a new feature that allows freelancers and small business leaders to add their services to their LinkedIn profiles, making them discoverable from a LinkedIn search. The global feature launch kicked off with an event that took place under the patronage of […]

A high-level delegation from the National Center of Meteorology (NCM) and the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP), headed by His Excellency Dr Abdulla Al Mandous, Executive Director of NCM and President of the Regional Association II (Asia) of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), is participating in the International Weather Modification and Cloud-Aerosol […]

Middle Eastern visitors to Slovenia are welcome to go on a journey to discover old indigenous olive tree varieties which grow in the most beautiful vantage points on the Slovenian coast and in the Istrian countryside. They will learn about the story of oil dishes and taste world-class olive oils and special Istrian dishes in […]

Ghena Alhanaee, Amer Al Jabri, Fouad Maksoud and Laila Ziko know that they can make the world a better and safer place. When MIT Technology Review announced its ‘Innovators Under 35’ award, they were ready to take center stage at EmTech MENA 2019 in Dubai and demonstrate how their technologies could do exactly that. The […]

To meet the increasing demands in the sector, International Plants Expo Middle East (IPM DUBAI), the region’s leading horticultural event, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman of Dubai Airports, jointly organized by Messe Essen GmbH and planetfair Dubai LLC, will open […]

Faizal. E. Kottikollon and Shabana Faizal, co-founders of the Faizal & Shabana Foundation, were feted by the Indian business community in the UAE for their outstanding contribution to redefining the public education system in India. They were honoured for their path-breaking intervention in transforming the Nadakkavu Government Higher Secondary School in Kozhikode, in the Indian […]

Luxury and special events have taken a complete turnover where planners, event specialists, vendors, luxury experts are constantly on the move on finding newer and authentic creations that will attract the audience. In line with this, the 3rd Annual Planners Xtraordinaire Show 2019 ended on a supreme note at the prestigious and magnificent Radisson Collection […]

What will the hotel room look like in the future? Those wanting to know the answer must attend HITEC Dubai 2019, the Middle East’s largest hospitality technology show for hotels organised by Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) and Naseba, and endorsed by Dubai Tourism. The mega event will be held on November 12 and […]

Noor Bank, one of the UAE’s leading Shari’ah-compliant banks, joined the conversation on the impact of innovation at the fourth session of the Noor Business Council, a thought leadership platform introduced by the bank in May 2018 for its SME and large corporate clients. The forum examined how global and local organisations are embracing technology […]

With customer behaviors changing across multiple dimensions and challengers such as digital giants, fintechs, and neobanks vying for market share, traditional retail banks must act now or lose out later in their quest for growth, according to a new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The report, titled Global Retail Banking 2019: The Race for […]

Trading Enterprises – Volvo has unveiled a refreshed version of the popular XC90 large SUV. The new Volvo XC90 takes luxury to a new level and is a proud statement of Scandinavian design and advanced engineering. The XC90 is a luxury SUV shaped by Scandinavian sophistication. Bold yet elegant, it radiates refined strength. The new […]

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has launched Dubai Future Week that features a packed schedule of community events, interactive workshops and experiences as part of its efforts to offer a global futuristic experience that promotes technology use and knowledge. Running from November 3 to 7 at AREA 2071 in Emirates Towers under the theme ‘Imagining, Designing […]

Modus Capital, a New York-based hybrid venture capital firm, announces the launch of its first regional fund, MODUS MENA VENTURE FUND I (MMVFI), a USD $75 Million fund targeting early and growth stage companies across the Middle East and North Africa. The versatile fund is adaptable for a range of industries and structured to invest […]

Dubai Land Department announced the 16th edition of International Property Show (IPS) in partnership Real Estate Investment Management and Promotion Centre to promote the emirate’s property market. The partnership is a qualitative leap that will bring DLD’s strategic initiatives and projects in the real estate sector. IPS, the Middle East’s biggest property sales platform, that allows retail sales and purchases […]

Iftikhar Hamdani, cluster general manager of Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman, Ramada by Wyndham Beach Hotel Ajman, Wyndham Garden Ajman Corniche, was bestowed with Game Changer accolade at the third edition of Arabian Travel Awards. Hamdani was handpicked amongst the hoteliers and travel professionals in the region, as a result of the trailblazing […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), a science- and healthcare-focused business community, joined forces with Covestro, one of the world’s leading polymer producers, and global non-profit organisation greenlight for girls (g4g) to host the first g4g Day in the Middle East, aimed at getting girls interested in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) – areas where women […]

His Excellency Suhail bin Mohammed Faraj Faris Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Industry, led a high-level delegation from the UAE to the Second Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) in India . The UAE delegation included Her Excellency Dr Nawal Al-Hosany, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the International Renewable Energy Agency […]

Private label brands are gathering momentum to mount a serious challenge to household brands in consumer shopping carts across the Middle East and Africa, according to exhibitors at the inaugural Private Label & Licensing Middle East who hailed the event for giving them a voice and a platform in an industry undergoing dramatic change. Private […]

In December 2018, W Ventures successfully expanded its portfolio by opening RedPeg Middle East to service the MENA region. This year, in partnership with gaming and Esports experts RedPeg, the MENA region will experience its first ever state-of-the-art on and offline gaming platform. The project will see USD 50 million invested into a new business model that […]

Huawei has unveiled the next generation HUAWEI WATCH GT 2, powered by an advanced AI that delivers industry leading power efficiency. The HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 46mm and 42mm series, is powered by the firm’s first proprietary Kirin A1 chip that delivers unrivalled battery life due to the chip’s ultra-low power consumption capability, pushing the […]

Firmenich, the world’s largest privately-owned company in the flavor and fragrance business  today launched its’  Gulfood Flavor 2020, Mediterranean, a unique flavor designed to cater to the tastes of consumers in India, Middle East and Africa region at  Gulfood Manufacturing 2019, which runs at Dubai World Trade Center until 31 October. The special Mediterranean flavor […]

Sky News Arabia has announced that it is rolling out fresh, youth-centric digital programming across popular social media platforms, with several new shows forming part of its commitment towards engaging its growing tech-savvy audiences across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Through six new offerings, Sky News Arabia is utilising advanced technology to […]

Designed to bring passion and the power to create to users’ lives, the Galaxy Note10 and Note10+ device lineup is packed to the brim with innovative display features. Giving users the power to work and play with more freedom than ever before, anything is possible with the dynamic display of the Galaxy Note10+, which was […]

The Board of Directors of the Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS) recently held a meeting in its new headquarters in Sharjah to discuss and finalise the annual training plan for the calendar year 2020. Emiratisation and Fintech have emerged as two key focus areas in the new training plan. Chaired by Hisham […]

The need for innovation in the global food and beverage industry is greater than ever before, with start-ups and early adopters of new technologies now in pole position to lead food production in a bold new direction, according to international thought leaders speaking at the 2nd Gulfood Manufacturing Foodtech Summit. Held under the theme ‘Food […]

 Citi today announced the winners of the MENA Fintech Challenge:  Fawry, PaySky, Octet and Wipro Limited and Traydstream.The Citi MENA Fintech Challenge offered the region’s Fintech community the opportunity to put their ideas into practice and come up with innovative solutions around four identified problem statements: Digitizing Cash Collections; Assured Payments; B2B2C Enablement; Digitizing Trade Processes. “This challenge was an important […]

Etisalat today announced that it is supporting the third edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge 2019 as official telecom partner. An initiative of Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2019 kicked off on 18th October and will end […]

Leading global provider of managed network communication solutions, IEC Telecom Group, along with their partners, Intellian, Thuraya and Yahclick will showcase their latest connectivity solutions at this year’s Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC, 11-14 November 2019) to meet the needs of the oil and gas industry. Digitalisation in the oil and gas […]

Greenstone Equity Partners, the largest independent fund placement firm in the Middle East and the leading provider of regulatory-compliant fund marketing and registration services in the GCC, won the award for “Best Advisory Service” at the 14th annual Islamic Business & Finance Awards. The Islamic Business & Finance Awards provide global recognition to exceptional financial institutions who innovate […]

Alteryx, Inc. (NYSE: AYX), revolutionising business through data science and analytics, today revealed critical challenges in the journey towards becoming a data-driven enterprise. The new Alteryx-commissioned research uncovers the benefits and impact of data analytics in digitisation projects across six of the most digitally advanced countries in the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC), […]

The final day of the Conference on 29th of October began with a Keynote address by Cate Trotter – Head of trends from Insider Trends, discussing about the latest retail trends in action and learning to solve your retail business problems with the latest thinking and technology, Cate has worked with brands such as IKEA, […]

Microsoft today demonstrated some of the most sophisticated detection and mitigation measures in the industry as it participated as a premier sponsor at the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit in Dubai, UAE. The summit provides IT pros with insights on the latest cybersecurity standards which will help spur new ideas, fast-track project strategy and […]

Curbing harmful consumption patterns and enhancing living standards are the leading objectives behind the Cabinet Decision to expand the scope of Excise Tax, asserted His Excellency Khalid Ali Al Bustani, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), at a media workshop organised by the FTA on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, to introduce the purposes […]

JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization), a Japanese Government organization supported by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan addressed its will to increase the export of authentic Japanese rice and its products in the region as well as introduce Japanese rice flour for the first time in the UAE available at KOBEYa located […]

FreshToHome.com, the world’s largest online fresh fish and meat store announced today that it is set to invest AED 50 million in the UAE and Saudi Arabia over the next two years, creating 1,000 jobs, as the company formally launches operations in the UAE. FreshToHome’s regional expansion is being supported by CE-Ventures, the corporate venture […]

Etisalat announced the launch of the highly-anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note10+ 5G. The launch of the Samsung Note10+ 5G is the fourth in the line of 5G devices from leading smartphone brands, and is available at all Etisalat stores in the UAE from 24th October 2019. With the commercial roll out of 5G, the UAE Note10+ […]

Is technology widening the gender gap? Why aren’t there more women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)? What’s holding women back? Is it because majority of women believe that technology is a male industry or there is a gender bias in the recruitment process? Women in Leadership Economic Forum (WIL) by Naseba, the largest female […]

The Middle East Facility Management Association (MEFMA), a provider of a dedicated platform for facilities management (FM) professionals, wider construction industry stakeholders, and owner associations, recently hosted a MEFMA Networking Event, which brought together several experts of the Middle East’s FM industry in Bahrain to continue the regional dialogues on the key elements that are […]

Tired of wearing a traditional watch that just indicates time and calendar in more complex models? What if you could upgrade to a premium smartwatch that can do a lot more than  the best of the chronographs, but without having to sacrifice the good looks of a traditional watch? Advanced AI features, innovative design and […]

Cisco celebrates 20 years of the commercial use of Wi-Fi, which has revolutionized how people communicate. Since the debut of wireless networks, businesses have been able to scale-up and expand their reach with greater speed, efficiency and reliability. Offering unprecedented freedom, lower costs and new possibilities for both individuals and businesses alike, Cisco looks back […]

Sighting extended support to the program of Emiratization in the country, Union Coop, the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE announced the immediate recruitment of 44 UAE Nationals during its ‘Open Day’ recruitment drive, held this week at Etihad Mall. The Director of Human Resources and Emiratization at Union Coop ‘Mr. Ahmed Bin Kenaid’ has […]

AXA in the Gulf launched new insurance services in collaboration with RISE, a financial technology (FinTech) company that democratises access to financial services for migrant workers and domestic helpers. The new offering is powered by the Democrance digital platform and supported by AXA Emerging Customers. This global initiative aims to improve financial inclusion and better […]

Joining the global community in commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions, the Emirates Diplomatic Academy (EDA) hosted a high-level panel discussion on ‘Relevance of the Geneva Conventions in the World of Today’. Held in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) and the International Committee of the Red […]

Alteryx, Inc. (NYSE: AYX), revolutionising business through data science and analytics, today revealed critical challenges in the journey towards becoming a data-driven enterprise. The new Alteryx-commissioned research uncovers the benefits and impact of data analytics in digitisation projects across six of the most digitally advanced countries in the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC), […]

The fuel retail industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) needs to make a shift from vehicle-centric to customer-centric value propositions. Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) new report titled, ‘Is There a Future for Service Stations?’ evaluates the impending wave of technology transformation and demand for diversified, digitized customer touchpoints in the digital age. “Several trends […]

Retail Congress MENA 2019’s first day of the conference on was packed with high energy and focus on “Technology”, the sessions were presented by global thought leaders and experts to a full house of delegates coming from across the MENA to attend the largest retail focused conference in the region. David Macadam – CEO, MECS+R […]

HP Inc. announced new printing innovations that enable today’s digital, mobile workforce to seamlessly integrate paper and digital workstreams. HP Workpath and HP Command Center allow HP partners and customers to create, manage and deploy applications that make arduous business processes — like submitting expense reports or digitally archiving records — easier and faster. In addition, […]

The 10th Anniversary Edition of the Women in Leadership (WIL) Economic Forum by Naseba opened today at the Address Sky View Hotel in Dubai under the theme, ‘Daring to Build a Better Future’. The 2-day forum is the largest female economic empowerment platform in the Middle East and brings together leading regional and international organisations such as Siemens, […]

The entire available exhibition space for the Housing, Building Materials, Decoration & Engineering Consultancy Exhibition “DecoBuild 2019” has been fully booked, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) announced on Monday. During a Media conference held today at its headquarters, the MBRHE revealed further details on “DecoBuild 2019”, including the event’s sponsors. Government sponsors feature […]

Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority Saudi Arabia today officially announced the Global AI Summit, a new global-level platform to promote the development of artificial […]

Nissan plans to open an interactive venue near its global headquarters where people can experience the company’s products, technology and vision for the future of mobility. Set to open early next summer in Yokohama, the Nissan Pavilion will be an all-new destination appealing not just to locals but also to visitors to Japan, who are […]

Dedicated to the UAE’s Year of Tolerance, the Asian Business Leadership Forum (ABLF) celebrates its 12th anniversary with a special edition of the ABLF Awards on November 6, 2019, at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai. Under the theme ‘Inclusive Leadership in an Interconnected World: Driving Progress and Sustainability through Tolerance’, the gala will be held under […]

A seismic shift in perception of the quality of private label products in the Middle East and Africa has resulted in a sharp spike in opportunities for food and beverage industry operators and FMCGs, the full spectrum of which will be explored from tomorrow (Tuesday, 29 October) when the eagerly-anticipated inaugural Private Label & Licensing […]

Kincentric, a Spencer Stuart company, will announce this year’s Best Employers Middle East on Monday, 11th November 2019. Kincentric helps organizations unlock the power of people and teams through their unique approach to human capital. Best Employers, the leading employer benchmarking program, measures and recognizes extraordinary employers that strive to continuously spark change, inspire their […]

Alteryx, Inc. (NYSE: AYX), revolutionising business through data science and analytics, today revealed critical challenges in the journey towards becoming a data-driven enterprise. The new Alteryx-commissioned research uncovers the benefits and impact of data analytics in digitisation projects across six of the most digitally advanced countries in the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC), […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) will unveil its latest higher education offering at the 2019 edition of NAJAH, a leading higher education event in the UAE, held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of State for Tolerance and UAE Cabinet Member, at the […]

We’re now 10 days into the third annual Dubai Fitness Challenge, where the emirate’s residents are encouraged to complete at least 30 minutes of exercise every day for 30 days. In true Dubai Fitness Challenge spirit on Saturday 2nd November, #TeamAngelWolf will attempt to break not one, but two Guinness World Records. Rio Watson is a […]

The Retail Congress kicked off on Sunday, 27th of October with Masterclass sessions by conducted by industry experts on Blockchain & AI technology effectively in retail business by Steffan Schaack – SVP, Drooms; Leadership training by Arthur Carmazzi – Author & Founder, Directive Communications; How the leaders in online and physical retail are using cutting-edge […]

The ninth edition of the Arab Beverages Conference (ABCE 2019) began today (October 27, 2019), under the theme ‘Challenging the Future!’ as senior industry experts from around the region meet to explore ways to move the sector forward in the years ahead. The Arab non-alcoholic beverage industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in […]

With the most exciting time of year approaching and festive celebrations around the corner, it’s time to get creative with decors and add IKEA touches to your life. From carved jack-o-lanterns to physical candles; decorative pumpkins, webs and spiders, candies and loot bags, IKEA has everything you need to add to your checklist before an […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award (MBRKA), the Knowledge Summit 2019 is set to host the Award’s sixth annual instalment to honour individuals and organisations that have had significant accomplishments in producing […]

Huawei has upped the class with its latest smartwatch, the HUAWEI WATCH GT 2, a sequel to the HUAWEI WATCH GT and it has made a world of difference. Improvements have been made to both hardware and the software, with more functionality and smoother performance. This is made possible by the specially designed Kirin A1 […]

Honoring ultra-fast connectivity and breakthrough speeds, Samsung Gulf Electronics has announced a brand new competition to mark the arrival of Galaxy Note10+ 5G in the UAE. The #Galaxy5GChallenge gives fans a chance to win a Galaxy Note10+ 5G smartphone and harness the full power of 5G by enjoying hyper fast downloading, high-resolution streaming and graphic-heavy […]

UAE-headquartered upscale property developer Seven Tides has announced an 11% increase in occupancy over the last two years, at its Ibn Battuta Gate Offices, despite unbalanced supply and demand dynamics, currently being witnessed across Dubai’s commercial real estate market. Seven Tides’ strategic approach was simple. Office sizes were traditionally split into three categories, with entry […]

12 International senior diplomats are participating in the ‘Your Journey in the United Arab Emirates’ programme, a global communications training organised by the Emirates Diplomatic Academy (EDA), the UAE’s leading international relations and diplomatic institution, in Abu Dhabi. The event convenes diplomats from the ministries of foreign affairs of Argentine, Armenia, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Gabon, […]

Global Grad Show, global gathering of young artists and designers, will return to Dubai this November (12-16) with the aim of creating projects which will positively impact the planet in partnership with Investment Corporation of Dubai. The event will be the world’s largest and most diverse gathering of universities and graduates working on social impact […]

Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) announced that it has shipped 200 million smartphones to date in 2019, 64 days earlier than the same shipment milestone last year. Huawei’s relentless focus on cutting-edge technology and innovative ID design, with its complete commitment to consumers worldwide, has reinforced their trust and commitment as more consumers continue to […]

After a 14-hour flight from a continent surrounded by seas and oceans Team Australia arrived at the FIRST Global Challenge 2019 in Dubai ready to bring a winning solution to an issue that affects them more than perhaps any other nation here. Being a proud maritime nation, the ocean is as close to the hearts […]

The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the first graduate-level, research-based artificial intelligence (AI) university in the world, has received immediate interest from graduate students across the globe, with 3,200 starting the application process, including 1,681 potential students in the last step of their application process and 234 completing their applications within the […]

After creating a major buzz at London Design Fair last month, Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council, an affiliate of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment, will launch its exclusive product line for the first time in the UAE and Middle East at the luxurious five-star Al Bait Hotel, located in the Heart of Sharjah, on October 31. The […]

The co located tradeshows, Light Middle East and Prolight + Sound Middle East have both recorded a 9 percent a YOY increase in visitor numbers following a three-day run at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Both events which highlighted some of the market’s most advanced technology in audio and visual solutions and lighting design products, […]

Middle East Cleaning Technology Week last week recorded a six percent boost in YOY visitor attendance during the 5th edition of the show. The event, jointly organised by Messe Frankfurt Middle East and VIS, witnessed 3,091 visitors from 67 countries attend during its three-day run-time between 15-17 October at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Some […]

Tamdeen Group, Kuwait’s leading mixed-use property developer, through its subsidiary Tamdeen Pearl, launches Al Khiran: the region’s first hybrid outlet, leisure and lifestyle destination. The hybrid outlet concept comes as a direct response to heightened shoppers’ expectations who have come to demand an all-inclusive experience. Al Khiran Hybrid Outlet Mall will combine great value with […]

Among the buzz and chatter of the FIRST Global Challenge 2019 in Dubai, multiple blue, white and red flags decorate a small booth in the corner of the arena. As the only French team to have ever participated in the Challenge, four French students carry the weight of their nation’s expectations, and are deeply rivetted […]

For the fifth consecutive year, Choithrams is running a charitable campaign across its stores in Dubai to help the World Food Programme (WFP) deliver school meals to children in need in the Middle East. Until 31 December 2019, Choithrams will donate between AED 1 and AED 4 to WFP every time a customer purchases a Goodness Foods product marked […]

Participating for the third time at the Middle East Games Con Abu Dhabi 2019, HP today showcased its showstopping gaming experiences – the OMEN and Pavilion laptops, all designed to create legendary gameplay experiences for gaming enthusiasts. During the event taking place on the 24th – 26th October 2019, HP will provide visitors the opportunity […]

The Annual Images RetailME Awards, celebrated some of the region’s most outstanding achievements in retail at a gala ceremony on 15th October 2019 at Le Méridien Hotel & Conference Centre, Dubai UAE. Images RetailME Awards honour excellence across a range of retail categories, turning the spotlight on the best performing retailers in the region and […]

Indians across the UAE and the world are in the festive mood with Diwali or Deepavali just around the corner. Every year, Twitter creates a unique emoji to surprise and delight people on Twitter, and this year the platform is allowing those celebrating to control how high the diya’s flame burns during the festival of […]

Academy Award®-winners Matt Damon (The Bourne franchise, The Martian, Ocean’s Eleven, The Departed) and Christian Bale (The Batman franchise, American Hustle, The Big Short, Vice) star in Le Mans ‘66, based on the remarkable true story of the visionary American car designer Carroll Shelby (Damon) and the fearless British-born driver Ken Miles (Bale).  Together the […]

Data economy in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is estimated to be worth US$4.7 billion – representing 0.3% of regional GDP in 2018, notably lower than 1.9% in the European Union three years earlier – according to a joint study by the Ideation Center, the leading think tank for Strategy&, part of the PwC network […]

Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA, one of the fastest-growing hotel management companies in the Middle East & Africa, has won the best business hotel brand award and a total of 11 awards at the Gala ceremony of the Arabian Travel Awards 2019. Situated in prime locations around the world, Millennium Hotels and resorts have been […]

She is Arab, the first dedicated speakers’ platform for Arab women in the world launched today in the UAE as its first country of operation in line with the country’s commitment to gender equality. Incubated at In5 Tech in Dubai Internet City, its vision is to be the new voice of Arab women and its […]

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone has been named as Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) Best Employer Brand at the recently concluded 6th Employer Branding Awards organised by Employer Branding Institute at The Address, Dubai Mall. The economic zone was chosen by the awards programme for its success in using marketing communications to strategically attract, retain and […]

Zbooni, the Dubai-founded payment app, will allow visitors to Fashion Forward Dubai the opportunity to instantly purchase the clothes on show. The four-day extravaganza takes places at Dubai Design District (d3) from 30 October until 2 November, featuring home-grown brands, independent designers and international collaborations. Designers will be able to chat in real-time with customers […]

Etisalat Group today announced its consolidated financial statement for the nine months ending 30th September 2019. Financial Highlights and Key Developments Aggregate subscriber base reached 148 million; representing Year over Year increase of 5%. Nine month consolidated revenues reached to AED 38.8 billion, while consolidated net profit after Federal Royalty for the Nine month amounted […]

In naming its all-new, near-production electric crossover concept, Nissan looked to the past to find a word that also represents the company’s future direction: Ariya. Created as a vision of Nissan’s electrified future, the Ariya name traces back to ancient times – evoking images of respect and admiration. “As the new icon of Nissan Intelligent […]

Cancer to many is a word that carries an immeasurable burden, holding distressing emotions of fear, grief, and pain. Known to be the most common cancer among women, breast cancer impacts one in eight women. As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the leading technology company in the MENA region, Careem, launches #StartEarly campaign to […]

Cartoon Network Middle East has launched a UAE-wide anti-bullying campaign ‘CN Buddy Network’ encouraging children aged 5 to 12 years to ‘Be a Buddy, Not a Bully.’ The global campaign was introduced in 2014 in the UK, and is being launched in the Middle East for the first time, starting with the UAE given that […]

Building on its efforts to promote healthy living and active lifestyle amongst children in the UAE, Landmark Group, today announced the launch of the SuperKidz Initiative. A part of the Group’s Beat Diabetes initiative and supported by its popular children’s brands – Babyshop and Fun City, the SuperKidz was built with a fundamental aim to […]

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai hosts International Desalination Association (IDA) World Congress 2019, under the theme Crossroads to Sustainability which will run until 24th October at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center. […]

As part of its support for Breast Cancer awareness month, Al-Futtaim Toyota, in collaboration with Pink Caravan mini mobile clinic has provided free breast cancer screenings to over 120 female associates in the third week of October. As part of the initiative, up to 70 women aged between 20 and 39 benefited from a complimentary […]

Masdar, a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company and one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, has announced that it is the winning bidder to develop Uzbekistan’s first public-private partnership (PPP) solar project under the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) Scaling Solar programme. Announced by the Ministry of Investments and Foreign Trade of Uzbekistan, Masdar tendered […]

Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group, has brought together regional and global gender-equality leaders for a high-level conference in Dubai to mark the one-year anniversary of its gender parity and diversity in the workplace initiative, RiiSE. The international RiiSE network, launched in October 2018 by co-chairs Accor Chief Digital Officer Maud Bailly and AccorInvest CEO […]

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) was presented Gold and Silver awards at the GlobalTrend Awards, administered and judged by the International Awards Associates (IAA) competition, as well as two Silver awards at the W3 Awards in recognition for its global marketing campaign “I Found Ras Al Khaimah”.  The campaign won Gold in in […]

Trading Enterprises – Honda has announced ‘The Good Buy Season’ promotion allowing customers to drive the award-winning Pilot with a range of exciting offers. With prices starting from AED 129,900, customers purchasing the Pilot will receive 100,000 kms free service and one-year free insurance making it an offer not to be missed. The stunning SUV […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) today (Monday October 21, 2019) inaugurated the International Desalination Association (IDA) World Congress 2019, at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre. The four-day event will conclude on Thursday October 24. The congress inauguration […]

The 6th World Green Economy Summit (WGES), held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai concluded today (21 October 2019). The summit, held under the theme ‘‘Innovative Technologies for a Sustainable Economy’’ brought together many prominent speakers from across […]

The UAE hosts the 2019 Global Ministerial Conference on Green Economy on the sidelines of the World Green Economy Summit. The event is the extension of the series of Regional Ministerial Conference on Green Economy that was successfully held recently across the five regions of the world in Asia Pacific, Africa, South America, the Middle […]

We are often reminded to stay poised to embrace the technological sea change that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and communicate with one another. But in fact, this global shift is already under way, and the talent marketplace is no exception. Hiring specialists are quickly learning to leverage AI to enhance processes that fuel […]

A week of future-facing cyber activities, demonstrations, and thought-inspiring seminars has drawn to an end following the conclusion of HITB+CyberWeek 2019, a pioneering cybersecurity forum held at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. Presented by Hack In The Box (HITB), a cutting-edge platform for technical talks and trainings in cyber security knowledge, HITB+CyberWeek 2019 was the […]

Investors employing factor strategies are continuing to increase their factor allocations, the fourth Invesco Global Factor Investing Study has found. The study, the largest of its kind, conducted face-to-face interviews with 241 global institutional and wholesale factor investors responsible for managing over $25 trillion in assets. This year’s study provides deeper insight into the paths […]

Heads of state, 17 ministers, high-ranking government officials and prominent business leaders from Africa have confirmed their participation for the fifth edition of the Global Business Forum Africa (GBF Africa), which takes place on November 18th-19th 2019 in Dubai. Among the high-level attendees taking part in GBF Africa 2019 are: H.E. George Weah, President of […]

Click, click! Families across the region will be getting ready to snap their fingers this Halloween as The Addams Family movie opens in theatres on 31 October 2019. Long adored for being creepy, mysterious and spooky, The Addams Family returns to the big screen in the first animated comedy about this kooky family. Gomez, Morticia, Pugsley, Wednesday, Uncle Fester, […]

Over the last couple of decades, the Saudi trade finance industry has envisioned significant developments with the introduction of innovative strategies at par with the Saudi Vision 2030. As per the Saudi Macroeconomic report submitted by Jadwa Investment, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is foreseen to grow by 2 percent in the year 2019 where […]

Nestlé Professional and Worldchefs, the World Association of Chefs Societies, have teamed up around #InternationalChefsDay on October 20 to promote healthier eating for children all over the world, through cooking events held under the theme of How Healthy Food Works, in line with the Nestlé for Healthier Kids global ambition to help 50 million children […]

Today, Snap announces it is significantly expanding its slate of local content in the Middle East and North Africa. Airing on Snapchat Discover over the coming weeks, Snapchatters in the region will have 18 new Shows and 9 new seasons of Shows available to enjoy and subscribe to. The slate includes content from new partners […]

Falcon Eye Drones (FEDS Drone-powered Solutions), the UAE born drone service provider has been ranked 12th globally and made it on the Top 40 Drone Service Providers 2019 list released by DRONEII.COM. It was also ranked 7th globally in the category of mapping, surveying, and inspections. FEDS Drone-powered Solutions is the only company based in […]

UAE’s top designer for Hollywood celebrities Furne One of AMATO Couture has dressed the best-selling female artist of all time for the launch of ‘One Year to Go until Expo 2020’ event last night October 20, 2020 at Burj Park Dubai. The ‘We Belong Together’ songbird shines in a golden fully studded, hand-embroidered with intricate […]

Messe Frankfurt Middle East, the regional subsidiary of Messe Frankfurt, one of the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organisers, is to co-locate three of its exhibitions in Dubai to capitalise on visitor and exhibitor synergies. Light Middle East, the region’s premier exhibition, conference and awards for lighting design and technology; Prolight + Sound […]

Mazda has signalled the dawn of a new era in next-generation vehicles with the launch of the brand new Mazda 3. The new model which was launched in Oman on the 7th of October features the KODO design and the “Less is more” Japanese mastery concept which can be seen in its interiors as well […]

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) inaugurated today the 6th World Green Economy Summit (WGES […]

Samsung Electronics has sold out of Galaxy Fold just three days after the recent re-stock on October 17th, with fans eager to snap up the innovative new device. Pre-orders for the category-defining smartphone will resume from October 23, 2019. UAE consumers who pre-ordered the Galaxy Fold from October 17th onwards will get the devices delivered […]

Diwali, known as the festival of lights, is India’s biggest festival celebrated by millions across the world. Set to fall on Sunday, October 27, Diwali signifies the victory of good over evil. The five-day celebrations include family get-togethers over delicious food, exchange of gifts, gold shopping, holy rituals, sweets, fireworks, and lighting of special candles and lamps. Whether […]

Huawei launched its latest outdoor smartwatch HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 that features up to 2 weeks of battery life, fashionable appearance, diverse functions and beautiful colors in addition to excellent properties of the previous edition. Comprising 42mm and 46mm series, HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 better serves users thanks to its ultra-long battery life. Applying the […]

As the weather cools down and with the festive season being around the corner, the GCC region becomes a destination with an abundance of outdoor activities offering an endless array of adventures whether on land or at sea. Thanks to Royal Caribbean’s Jewel Of The Seas®, vacationers in the GCC will get the opportunity to experience […]

Marriott Hotels, the flagship brand of Marriott International, and Manchester United, the world’s most popular sports team, this weekend will unveil an exciting addition to Old Trafford that gives Manchester United’s most passionate fans the best seat in the house, the Seat of Dreams (www.manutd.com/marriotthotels). Debuting today at the Manchester United vs Liverpool game with […]

Hala China, a joint initiative between Meraas and Dubai Holding, has signed several memorandums of understanding (MoU) with art and tourism entities from Chengdu – the provincial capital of Sichuan, China – at an exclusive event titled ‘Park City – Home of Giant Pandas’. The signing ceremony at Emirates Towers in Dubai drew the participation […]

Smart devices have become important portals that provide users with intelligent experiences. In the advent of the all-scenario intelligent era, consumers are anticipating new, revolutionary experiences. In the “all-connected” age, Huawei is currently the only vendor that has the ability to provide an all-scenario experience. In addition, Huawei has an integrated set of capabilities across […]

In yet another milestone in the 5G journey, Etisalat successfully completed the first end-to-end 5G Standalone (SA) call in the UAE and has become the first operator in the MENA region to achieve this milestone. Keeping in line with its overall strategy and vision of ‘Driving the Digital Future to Empower Societies’, Etisalat has maintained […]

Solar asset owners in the Middle East and around the world could face as much as $3000 per megawatt in unplanned maintenance costs per year. The estimate was made by Wood Mackenzie, a leading global energy research and consultancy, as part of its global forecast of $16bn worth of unplanned repair and maintenance related activities […]

The 5th edition of Global Grad Show received applications from over 200 universities, double the number of 2018 For the second year, Global Grad Show is held in partnership with Investment Corporation of Dubai The most diverse edition to-date features 100+ universities, including established names such as The University of Pennsylvania, Columbia University and Goldsmiths, […]

The Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC), in collaboration with the Brazil’s Ministry of Environment and UNICA, the Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association, has announced that it will set up and manage the Brazilian pavilion at the 2019 edition of Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) in Dubai as part of its upcoming participation in […]

Trading Enterprises exclusive distributor for Chrysler, Dodge, RAM vehicles in the UAE and Jeep in Dubai and the Northern Emirates announced its year-end promotions  providing the best opportunity to drive away in their favourite vehicle. The latest campaign offers are available until the end of the year across all Trading Enterprises showrooms in the UAE. […]

The Information and Communication Technology Sector in the UAE has achieved significant progress in global ranking from the 6th to the 2nd rank, according to the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI) 2019 issued by the World Economic Forum. This report is considered one of the most important global competitiveness reports that countries rely on to measure the performance […]

Uganda Tourism Board has officially launched the “Experience Uganda – First!” campaign, in what is the first time for Uganda to create and promote a travel package exclusively created for locals and residents of the Gulf Countries. The campaign, which offers selected G.C.C. travel agencies unique travel holiday packages based on a number of themes along […]

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced today that it has maintained the number six rank in Interbrand’s “Best Global Brands 2019” list with a brand value of $61.1 billion – achieving a two percent increase in brand value. Major factors that played a critical role in Samsung’s growth were: Continuous launches of innovative products that suit […]

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are gearing up to launch the 2019 editions of the Global Knowledge Index and Future of Knowledge Foresight Report – both part of the Knowledge Project. Findings of both projects are set to be announced at the Knowledge Summit […]

Worldwide PC shipments showed a modest increase with 1.1% growth in the third quarter of 2019, according to preliminary results by Gartner, Inc. Shipments totaled 68 million units in the third quarter of 2019, up from 67 million units in the third quarter of 2018. “The Windows 10 refresh cycle continued to be the primary […]

To mark the historic event of Hazzaa AlMansoori becoming the first Emirati astronaut in space and his safe return from the International Space Station (ISS), Montegrappa has created a very exclusive collectors’ edition of pens based on the unique 1/1 piece presented earlier to MBRSC. The luxurious writing instrument is also available as a rollerball, […]

Cavendish Maxwell, a leading property consultancy and chartered surveying firm in the Middle East, released its UAE Property Market Report for Q3 2019, containing key data and trends for Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates. The report provides comprehensive insights on the health of the UAE’s property market as a whole, covering the residential, […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, will be running 2 French pavilions at Gulfood Manufacturing 2019. This trade show devoted to new manufactured Ingredients and Processing Equipment will feature 45 French F&B manufacturers willing to connect with demanding buyers. Spread over 600 square meters, the Ingredients pavilion will […]

The annual Ready, Steady, Light competition, which saw teams compete to build contemporary outdoor lighting designs under restricted conditions, took place yesterday (15 October) during the 14th edition of Light Middle East. The competition, held in partnership with The Society of Lighting, UK, Light Func and Women in Lighting hosted eight teams who assembled their […]

The HUAWEI Mate 20 X (5G) is the latest in the line of Huawei’s innovations. Packed with powerful features that allow it to do what other 5G smartphones in the market can’t, the HUAWEI Mate 20 X (5G) sets the benchmark for the 5G industry with powerful innovations, strong hardware and customer-centric features. Today’s growth […]

Huawei has today received the highest rating from DxOMark for the HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro’s industry-leading camera system. The Mate 30 Pro’s SuperSensing Cine Camera received an overall score of 121, four points higher than the second-highest score of 117, as well as the highest photo score of 131. Both accolades recognize the HUAWEI Mate […]

Samsung Galaxy customers have an exciting reason to celebrate – Samsung Gulf Electronics has partnered with YouTube to offer up to four months of free, uninterrupted, ad-free access to YouTube Premium and its new music streaming service, YouTube Music. As a result of this partnership, Samsung can bring the best of YouTube Premium and Galaxy […]

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) concluded a series of roundtables in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand in collaboration with prominent entities operating within the Islamic economy framework in the three host countries. Saeed Mubarak Kharbash Al Marri, Deputy CEO of Strategy and Planning at DIEDC, headed the UAE delegation that comprised representatives of the Centre’s […]

With Expo 2020 on the horizon and the Middle East continuing to represent high growth potential for the travel industry, delegates from the region are heading to WTM London 2019 (4-6 November), looking to achieve an even greater share of the multi-billion-dollar international travel market. According to research from Colliers International, the UK is predicted […]

SANS Institute, the world leader in cyber security training and certification, returns to Dubai in November with its biggest yet Gulf Region event. With ten essential information security training courses taught by SANS’ highly qualified, technically skilled instructors, the event will run over two weeks from November 16th – 28th 2019. The Gulf Region as […]

Retail Congress MENA celebrates 26 years in the region as it continues to be the largest platform to network and explore business opportunities with shopping center industry, retailers, product and service providers within the retail industry. The Retail Congress kicks off on Sunday, 27th of October with masterclass sessions by industry experts. Prior to the 2-day […]

Celebrate the festival of light with Holiday Factory, and give your friends and family the best gift – the gift of holidays! Holiday Factory’s ‘Gift Voucher’ is the perfect gift for your loved ones, especially during a bright occasion – Diwali. The ‘Gift Vouchers’ are pre-loaded gift cards starting with an amount of AED 250 and […]

Under the umbrella of Rayya Wellness Talks and in partnership with the UAE’s Pioneer well-being center, Illuminations, personal growth-seeking enthusiasts can look forward to experiencing Celebrity Transformational Speakers and Visionary Wild Leaders Juan Pablo Barahona and Regan Hillyer for the very first time in the region on the 1st of November at The Retreat Palm […]

Cardela Coulson, Co-Founder/Managing Partner RSVP Events Management and Yvonne Spiller, Managing Director, FCS Consultants are all set to Host the 2nd edition of International Women Entrepreneurs Show (IWES) at Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai. The two-day event will be attended by Entrepreneurs, Women Empowerment Supporters, Consultants, Freelancers, Digital Marketing Gurus, Government officials, Free Zone Agencies, […]

With more than 5,000 HR professionals due to descend on Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 4th to 6th November, HRSE 2019 will feature an HRSE Strategy Summit and HRSE Tech Summit. The event will host top employers from regional and international organisations including Expo 2020 Dubai, NASA Space, Estee Lauder Companies, Facebook, Zandel, Etisalat, […]

Priyanka Kapoor, Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for the Middle East and Africa at Swiss-Belhotel International joined a panel discussion today on ‘how sharing economy is disrupting the norm’ at the Travel Tech Show MEASA 2019. Commenting on adopting alternative travel, accommodation and activity products into the customer facing shelf, Priyanka said, “We are […]

The 16th edition of the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC), being held from 14-16 April 2020 at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, will explore how the Middle East’s hospitality industry can harness the opportunities afforded by the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) in its bid to “transform tomorrow”.  In light of declining hotel performance in some markets and continued supply […]

AVEVA, a global leader in engineering and industrial software, has revealed customer validation of business advantage for industrial and capital intensive organizations globally who leverage digital transformation projects. While finance, insurance, health and retail sectors have rapidly harnessed the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence and big data to meet the changing needs of their customers, […]

The first dialogue session of 6th GCC HR & Labor Market Conference has involved a host of interesting discussions on digital economy, stressing the need to develop a comprehensive transformation strategy that serves the entire community of the GCC states. Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Executive Chairman of Sharjah’s Department of Government Relations (DGR), […]

The first Lebanese woman to summit the Everest, Tima Deryan is set to raise awareness and offer hope to Breast Cancer survivors in the UAE by hosting a hiking event in Wadi Showka this Friday the 18th of October from 8:00am till 1:00pm. “Besides climbing mountains, I am passionate about empowering women, inspiring youth and raising environmental awareness” says Tima […]

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) is organising the inaugural ‘Literacy Challenge Forum’ on Arab Literacy Day on January 8, 2020, under the directives of MBRF Chairman His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Foundation is organising the Forum to be a comprehensive platform bringing together experts and […]

The region’s premier exhibition and conference for lighting design and technology, Light Middle East, and the region’s dedicated exhibition and conference for professional lighting and audio & AV technology, Prolight + Sound Middle, open tomorrow at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The events, organised by Messe Frankfurt Middle East and running 15-17 October, are poised […]

The Eight edition of the Middle East Retail Forum 2019 will be held on 14th  & 15th of October at Le Méridien Hotel & Conference Centre, Garhoud, Dubai UAE, from 9am onwards. The conference will bring together the Middle East’s most powerful retail influencers and leaders to focus on the fundamentals driving profitable innovation in […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, under which the bank will provide trade finance solutions for the Digital Silk Road – a Dubai 10X initiative using blockchain technology to digitise and simplify trade processes. The […]

The Middle East’s travel and tourism industry is expected to increase its spending on Internet of Things (IoT) technology by 22% by 2022, according to data published ahead of the inaugural edition of Travel Forward, which will take place alongside Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2020 at Dubai World Trade Centre from 19 – 22 April […]

Talkwalker, a leading social listening and analytics company, today announced Customer Data+, a new product feature, which allows enterprises to analyze customer conversations from owned data sources. The Talkwalker platform now runs analysis on first-party text data such as customer service emails, chats, surveys, and call center transcripts. The new AI-powered Consumer Insights feature expands […]

Over the last couple of decades, the Saudi trade finance industry has envisioned significant developments with the introduction of innovative strategies at par with the Saudi Vision 2030. As per the Saudi Macroeconomic report submitted by Jadwa Investment, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is foreseen to grow by 2 percent in the year 2019 where […]

According to the latest Monster Employment Index (MEI),  online ‘Hospitality and Travel’ related occupations in the UAE have increased by 37 percent from Q3 2018. The ‘Hospitality’ sector also witnessed a 21 percent increase in online hiring during the same period. The growth in demand for professionals in the sector comes despite a 10 percent […]

In its third edition, the Beirut Institute Summit in Abu Dhabi brings global thinkers and innovators to devise realistic and forward-looking solutions for the ongoing challenges in the Arab region. The summit under the title “Thinking 2020s: What to expect? How to prepare?” inaugurates officially in the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al […]

Cashless transformations represent a game-changing opportunity to drive growth for GCC economies, with a potential to provide at least a 1% boost to non-oil GDP, equating to nearly $3 Billion, to the region’s largest economies. Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG), recent study titled How Cashless Payments Help Economies Grow, shows that cash-intensive economies are at risk […]

Chocolate fair or “Čokoljana” will be held in Ljubljana for the sixth year in a row on October 19. The fair is attracting all chocolate lovers from all around the Globe and it is welcoming chocolate lovers and enthusiasts from the Middle East this year. “Čokoljana” is a fair that is turning the beautiful capital […]

Crescent Petroleum, the first and largest private oil and gas company in the Middle East, has partnered with Edraak, the Arab World’s leading platform for Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), to develop a series of open and free online career readiness courses to bridge the gap between the skills acquired during school or university and […]

The 7th annual GOV HR Summit, the biggest public sector HR event in the GCC, supported by the Human Resources Development Fund, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is all set to take place from October 15-17, 2019 at the Rixos Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi. Bringing together the world’s most influential business thinkers, local and international solution […]

If there’s one car you could call a bestseller for decades, it’s the Golf. Developed continuously from one generation to the next, it has become firmly established worldwide. In two weeks, on 24 October, the Volkswagen brand presents the eighth generation at a world premiere in Wolfsburg: featuring more digitalisation and connectivity than ever before, packed with […]

FIDU Properties, one of the leading Chinese companies in the UAE property market, has announced the opening of its second office in Dubai as part of its aggressive expansion plan in the UAE and region. The company, which is bullish about the growth potential of the real estate sector in the UAE, has announced massive […]

Over the last couple of decades, the Saudi trade finance industry has envisioned significant developments with the introduction of innovative strategies at par with the Saudi Vision 2030. As per the Saudi Macroeconomic report submitted by Jadwa Investment, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is foreseen to grow by 2 percent in the year 2019 where […]

Ahmad bin Shafar, CEO of Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, participated in the UN Climate Action Summit 2019, together with Rob Thornton, President and CEO of the International District Energy Association (IDEA) in New York City and discussed the future of district cooling services and about the […]

Fire Movies HD and Family Movies HD. Two new movie channels launched by MyHD and available to subscribers in the MENA through the MyHD platform. Fire Movies HD is a 24/7 non-stop movie channel filled with action, suspense, crime, mystery, thrillers and more. Action movies such as The Gods , The Patriarch, Blood father, Triple […]

The UAE real estate landscape is maturing and expected to recover post Expo 2020. Although oversupply is a feature of the market, improvements in market transparency will be helpful in stimulating demand. This was the view during ICAEW’s Corporate Finance Faculty (CFF) roundtable on the future of supply and demand of both commercial and residential […]

The active implementation of corporate anti-corruption initiatives is crucial in boosting investor confidence and investment flows across the region, according to Badr Jafar, Founder of the Pearl Initiative, the business-led non-profit organisation promoting a culture of corporate transparency and accountability in the Gulf region. Speaking at an opening panel discussion in Riyadh titled ‘Building Blocks […]

Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) announced its strategic partnership with the region’s largest international forum, Hack in the Box+ (HITB) CyberWeek. The event will take place 12 – 17 October and will be hosted at the Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi. This fifth edition of HITB CyberWeek will include a three-day conference, multiple public seminars, advanced […]

The thrill continues as four more Arab Reading Challenge semi-finalists enter the danger zone after grueling challenges that set contestants apart. The second group’s eight contestants partook two challenges during the third episode of the Arab Reading Challenge TV show before the judging panel placed four in the danger zone. Mezna Najeeb from UAE, Raneem […]

The Al Mizhar and Umm Al Sheif centres of Islamic Cultural Centres of Islamic Affairs and Islamic Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD) announced that the number of people who benefited from their religious awareness programmes stood at 1,995 during the third quarter of 2019. Ms. Hamda Al Muhairi, Director of the Centres’ Department, reaffirmed […]

Etisalat successfully wrapped up its participation at GITEX Technology Week 2019, attracting visitors, decision-makers, technology experts and the media to its stand with a wide array of innovative use cases across mobility, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, aviation, and oil and gas reflecting this year’s theme ‘5G – A World without limits’. The 5G revolution is here, […]

The Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation (APICORP), a multilateral development financial institution, today announced that its credit rating has been upgraded by Moody’s Investors Service from ‘Aa3’ to ‘Aa2’ with ‘stable,’ outlook driven by the Corporation’s progress in sustaining and further improving its financial performance and resilience. APICORP’s short-term issuer rating was also affirmed at Prime-1. […]

Under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, the UAE Minister of Infrastructure Development and the Chairman of the Federal Transport Authority for Land and Maritime, the 5th edition of Breakbulk Middle East will strongly emphasize the effective use of technology to advance the sector forward. The implementation of Augmented Reality is […]

Two marquee matchups are set for WWE Crown Jewel – WWE Champion Brock Lesnar vs. two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez and WWE Superstar Braun Strowman vs. the undefeated lineal Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury – taking place at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Thursday, October 31 at 8 pm AST. WWE Crown […]

MAG Lifestyle Development, the real estate development arm of MAG Group Holding, announced the completion of its AED 800-million MAG 5 Boulevard, the value-housing project in Dubai South. The development, which was one of the first projects to be launched in the area, is now also among the first to be completed, well before its […]

Al Yousuf Motors, MG Motor’s exclusive retail partner in the UAE, has played host to the UAE debut of a brand-new mid-size SUV – the MG RX8 – at its Sheikh Zayed Road Showroom. The MG RX8 is a groundbreaking new model and the first ever seven-seater from the British-born brand – taking MG Motor […]

These brands have created the most positive chatter among young adults in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, respectively YouGov’s daily brand tracking tool, BrandIndex, considered the opinions of respondents aged between 18 and 34, collected online over the past year, to discover the 10 brands they have been talked about the most positively with […]

Whether chilling out on beaches or scaling mountains, summertime comes armed with tech. This should be no surprise – a smartphone can document your excursions and be used for gaming among many other useful functions. This summer, Huawei has added a new member to its successful HUAWEI P30 series: HUAWEI P30 Pro Breathing Crystal with […]

The 6th edition of the GCC HR & Labor Market Conference is witnessing a number of innovative and meaningful gulf youth initiatives, most notably, the “Youth District” initiative which is launched by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry Youth Council (SCCI Youth Council). Also, a number of Saudi youths, who are taking part in […]

While the importance of digitization in business is widely accepted and several corporate leaders believe that it can be a major boost to revenue as well as profitability, the outcomes of companies executing their digitization strategy has varied greatly, according to a report by Strategy&, part of the PwC network. Despite good intentions, few companies […]

The 11th edition of the Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature, organised by the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY) and sponsored by the Etisalat Group, has received 175 entries from around the world. 98 entries were received in the ‘Children’s Book of the Year’ category, 68 in the ‘Young Adult Book of […]

VAIO Corporation is back in the GCC with the launch of its new range of laptops with Nexstgo Company Limited. This license agreement between Hong Kong-based Nexstgo and Japan-based VAIO Corporation includes manufacturing, sales and marketing as well as servicing of VAIO laptops under the VAIO trademark in Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan markets […]

Fast paced changes in technology impacting the events and entertainment business are demanding regular reinvestment for survival, according to exhibitors lining up for this month’s Prolight + Sound Middle East, the region’s dedicated exhibition and conference for Professional Lighting, Audio & AV Technology, in Dubai. Exhibitors believe outsourcing will become the ‘norm’ for venues as […]

Vikings fans who have been eagerly waiting for the season finale will be delighted to know that the hit drama series is returning for its sixth and final season with a highly anticipated and powerful two-hour premiere kicking off on December 5, 2019. Fans across MENA can enjoy watching the culmination of the show’s five […]

Refinitiv today released the 2019 third quarter investment banking analysis for the Middle East. According to the report, Middle Eastern and North African investment banking fees totalled an estimated US$651.4 million so far during 2019, 15.2% more than the value of fees recorded during the first nine months of 2018 and a 3-year high. Debt […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), today announced a new partnership with TECOM Group, a member of Dubai Holding, to bring value-added connectivity solutions tailored to the needs of the Group’s business partners and community members. Conceptualised to further improve the customer experience and ease of doing business within the different TECOM business communities […]

The UAE pavilion at the Beijing Horticultural Expo 2019 was awarded the “Best Outdoor Park Award.” Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Director-General of the National Media Council, NMC, praised the pavilion’s achievement, which reflects the belief of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan that agriculture is a cornerstone of sustainable development. Al Mansouri said […]

Smart Dubai and the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority (FCSA) announced that they would be collaborating to open data exchange and sharing across the UAE and populate the UAE’s official data platform with data from Smart Dubai’s Dubai Pulse – the backbone of the emirate’s smart transformation. The collaboration was announced as the two parties […]

Participating in a panel discussion today on Future Techniques for Customer Satisfaction in Hotels and Airlines at the Travel Tech Middle East, Priyanka Kapoor, Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for the Middle East and Africa at Swiss-Belhotel International highlighted the continued significance of API and CRM. Priyanka said, “With the changing demographics of the […]

UAE businesses continue to attract the majority of consumers to their websites directly or through search, with social media links and click-throughs lower on the scale, according to the latest analytics into website traffic sources released by SEMrush, the award winning all-in-one digital marketing suite. The research covered desk top devices relating to web traffic […]

Etisalat this year at GITEX Technology Week has a major focus on smart solutions that focus on health and also empower the ‘People of Determination’ harnessing the power of 5G and innovative technologies like AI, robotics and IoT to improve their mobility, independence and ultimately their lives. WheeM-i (Wheelchairs Mobility Interface), a bicycle-sharing system equivalent […]

Christie’s Dubai will showcase 20 exceptional bags from the upcoming London auction of Handbags and Accessories on 19 November 2019. Christie’s handbags and accessories auctions offer rare and unique pieces from the leading names in fashion – Chanel, Gucci, Hermès and Louis Vuitton, amongst others. From vintage to contemporary, explore this season’s sales now to […]

The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), a NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) affiliate, is showcasing the works of 10 UAE-based female-owned start-ups at GITEX Future Stars (GFS) 2019. The event is being held from October 6-9 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The selected start-ups have an element of technology, innovation and functionality, and support […]

From artificial intelligence to autonomous vehicles, transformative science and technology has driven impactful change across the GCC countries in recent years. With regional governments now set to reduce oil dependency through policy and regulation change, the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and the phenomenon of the Internet of Things (IoT) is now rife among all sectors in […]

At GITEX Technology Week 2019, Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, welcomes visitors to explore emerging technologies that facilitate the development of Smart Cities and Digital Transformation in the Middle East and Africa. “The Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) continue to play a pivotal role in […]

Dubai Police & SAS, the leader in Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence solutions, have entered a technological collaboration, where SAS solutions will equip Dubai Police with data analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities for advanced predictive policing and enhanced manpower utilization. With data flowing in from various sources, the police department will be able to quickly […]

ThingLogix has partnered with du, Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), to showcase robotic technology with a demonstration of autonomous mobile robots. Featuring at GITEX Technology Week 2019, the du Robot demo showcases Artificial Intelligence, Chatbot technology, voice command, and computer vision technology. The du Robot demo is fully integrated with Foundry, the ThingLogix cloud platform, […]

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today announced that Ericsson Expert Analytics (EEA) has been selected by Batelco as a strategic solution for Customer Experience Management (CEM) across Bahrain. The rollout is underway as Batelco targets a unified CEM strategy to improve customer experience, boost network performance, and enhance operational efficiency. Ericsson Expert Analytics is a real-time, end-to-end, […]

Samsung will start a second round of pre-orders for the Galaxy Fold in the UAE on October 17th after the device was sold out in three days after pre-orders were open on Sunday, October 6th, 2019. The UAE consumers who pre-ordered the Galaxy Fold will get the devices delivered to them through a concierge starting […]

Leading real estate development company, Bloom Holding has announced the implementation of an innovative “smart building” platform which will enable it to greatly increase a building’s operational efficiency and optimize overall energy consumption. The Internet-of-Things (IoT)-based platform will enable Bloom Holding, through its facilities management arm, b.fm, to remotely monitor and control property assets. It […]

DWF, the global legal business as part of its continuing growth in the Middle East, has appointed Slava Kiryushin as partner and global head of energy and Abdalla Eisa as senior associate, both based in Dubai. Slava joins DWF from CMS and was previously the General Counsel for Lukoil in the Middle East. He specialises […]

During the 39th edition of GITEX Technology Week, HP Inc. has re-emphasized its continued global commitment to the environment by showcasing some of its latest and most sustainable products and services at a show stand that is recyclable. HP propels the circular economy with products, practices, and services that let customers do more and consume […]

Apple’s iPhone is the brand that achieved the greatest uplift in Ad Awareness in the UAE, KSA and Egypt in September. Apple recently unveiled its newest iteration of smartphones which went on sale on 20th September 2019. During the course of September in the lead up to, and since launching, we see that Ad awareness for […]

Etisalat is demonstrating the retail spaces of tomorrow at GITEX Technology Week with innovative and transformative showcases that can be enabled on the 5G network paving the way for future growth highlighting how smart technologies are becoming an integral part of the industry. During this year’s edition, the demonstrations are intuitive and intelligent featuring technologies […]

For the 4th consecutive year, the UAE proved to be most competitive economy in the Arab region, according to The Global Competitiveness Report 2019, published today by the World Economic Forum.  Having improved its positin with two points compared to last year, the UAE ranks 25th globally. The UAE performance whitnessed an improvement in 52 […]

Smart Dubai and Dubai Airports have launched a new ‘Travel’ feature on the DubaiNow application at GITEX Technology Week 2019, which is taking place on October 6-10 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The DubaiNow application provides a single, centralised source for service with fast, seamless, and paperless services that allow Dubai residents to execute […]

The Emirates Red Crescent Authority, ERD, launched a humanitarian initiative targeting the sponsorship of 10,000 Orphans from 25 different countries, under the slogan “Be Their Family”, throughout all Social Media Platforms, and by sending SMS messages, in affiliation with “Etisalat” Telecommunication Group Company, and by marketing the initiative for three days, starting Thursday 10th of […]

A delegation from the Ministry of Housing in the KSA; headed by HE Majid Al-Hogail, Saudi Minister of Housing; visited Dubai Land Department (DLD) and were welcomed by HE Juma bin Humaidan, Deputy Director General of DLD. Bin Humaidan said: “We were pleased to welcomed our brothers from the KSA. The meeting we held with […]

IT spending in the UAE is expected to grow by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8% to reach AED 23.1 billion by the end of 2019, new analysis from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed. The analysis, based on recent data from Fitch Solutions, was released on the sidelines of GITEX […]

Singapore-based Internet company BIGO, the parent company of distinctive video applications such as imo and BIGO LIVE, is focusing on the innovative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to impact everyday lives in the MENA region. At GITEX 2019, BIGO will be demonstrating its use of AI-enabled processes across applications such as its facial detection and […]

Smartworld, the UAE’s leading semi-government technology service provider, is showcasing the latest Cisco engineered technology solutions ranging from cyber security, blockchain, analytics to anti-drones system and detection at the ongoing Gitex Technology Week 2019 in Dubai. The technology service provider is also showcasing its success stories with Dubai Airports infrastructure projects, Etisalat in-building solutions projects, […]

Ahead of Expo 2020 Dubai, UPS (NYSE:UPS) is testing electrically assisted quad-cycles for potential future deployment in the region.  Under a development initiative between UPS and SAP’s Co-Innovation Lab (COIL), a program will be developed to measure drivers’ energy use and monitor statistics on movement and real-time cycle data. The program is intended to help […]

World Spa Awards 2019 – the global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in the spa and wellness sector – has unveiled the itinerary for its Gala Ceremony 2019, which will take place 19th-21st October at Armani Hotel Dubai, UAE. World Spa Awards has partnered with three of the world’s leading spa and wellness brands – Bastien […]

5G connectivity is the next step in smartphone industry. We witness how the main smartphone manufacturers have been focusing on launching their own 5G devices, meanwhile Huawei has successfully launched its first commercially available 5G smartphone – the HUAWEI Mate 20 X (5G). But how does Huawei’s 5G smartphone provide users with a unique experience? […]

Get your freak on! Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre is all set to host the spookiest Halloween Brunch and parties on 31st October -1st November, 2019. Be ready to get tricked by the entertainment, scandalous cocktails and sinful treats.

Global health services company Cigna Insurance Middle East today launched its Stress Care initiative in the UAE, dedicated to raising awareness about the long-term impact of stress – a known contributor to chronic diseases – and reducing its prevalence among residents. In line with the UAE’s National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, the campaign seeks to empower people […]

The new LEGO Technic Land Rover Defender is an automotive icon you can build at home, and is now available across the UAE. Developed in partnership with Land Rover and launched alongside the New Defender at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, the 2,573-piece model combines the boundless creativity of LEGO with New Defender’s instantly […]

unifonic, the Saudi Arabia-based cloud communications platform for global emerging markets, has launched an enhanced multi-channel platform that empowers businesses to engage with customers through a portfolio of business applications and a single API for SMS, voice and instant messaging apps. The launch announcement, which comes only 12 months after the Riyadh-headquartered tech pioneer raised […]

 Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has collaborated with Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) to invite travellers from the GCC to take another look at Azerbaijan and experience its wide array of sights and activities. Azerbaijan is one of the top 3 destinations in Europe for MENA-based travellers. […]

Mobily selected Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to expand its network coverage and enhance end-user experience in the aim to provide one of the best networks during Hajj pilgrimage. The service provider is celebrating the successful network performance across Saudi Arabia achieved during this year’s Hajj season which hosted around 2.5 million pilgrims. Real time viewing and […]

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) presented to its visitors at GITEX Technology Week a number of future projects based on Artificial Intelligence (AI), 5G and Internet of Things (IoT), through which life would be shaped in the near future. The UAE seeks to be a leading country into the era of AI and Fourth Industrial […]

In preparation for the Islamic Conference of Health Ministers which will be headed by the UAE in December this year, Abu Dhabi hosted on October 7 – 8 the sixth meeting of the Lead Country Coordinators Group for the Implementation of the OIC Strategic Health Program of Action, and the 13th meeting of the OIC […]

At Gitex Technology Week, several business partners and start-ups participating at Dubai Internet City’s (DIC) pavilion, announced strategic partnerships, highlighting DIC’s role as a catalyst between tech players of all sizes in its ecosystem while creating an environment that fosters and encourages innovation. Under the theme of ‘Home to Great Ideas’ , the DIC pavilion […]

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has been recognized as the fourth best place to work globally in the 2019 employer ranking from Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE. Every year, Great Place to Work®, a global people analytics and consulting firm, assesses the work experience of employees through their certification program. […]

At GITEX Technology Week 2019, Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, welcomes visitors to explore emerging technologies that facilitate the development of Smart Cities and Digital Transformation in the Middle East and Africa. “The Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) continue to play a pivotal role in […]

Digitisation, technology and workplace transformation will come to the fore at the 16th edition of HRSE 2019 (HR Summit & Expo), the region’s largest knowledge exchange and best-practise event for HR professionals. HRSE 2019 will explore the immediate and long-term impact that technology is having on evolving workplace environments via three transformative days of knowledge […]

Disruption from innovative digital technologies could put more than US$575 billion of Middle Eastern companies’ total value at risk, according to a new report from Accenture (NYSE: ACN). The report, “Accenture Middle East Innovation Maturity Index,” is based on a survey of 200 C-suite executives in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) and […]

The international lighting industry is nearing a ‘Kodak moment’ as advanced technologies disrupt the sector and push connectivity and health concerns high up the professional agenda, according to a leading expert. The prediction has come from Martin Klaasen, Founder of Singapore’s Klaasen Lighting Design who is among more than 50 speakers from 13 nations across […]