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February 27, 2025
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Sport

DSBK Racing launches 2024-2025 Middle East Championship

Event held at Dubai Autodrome The roar of engines and the thrill of high-speed action marked the DSBK Middle East Championship 2024-2025 launch at Dubai Autodrome on October 26, 2024. The highly anticipated event provided racing fans and families with an exhilarating day, showcasing elite riders from around the globe. Notable figures, including Mahir Abdulkarim
Aviation Travel

Abu Dhabi-Yekaterinburg flights begin in December 2024

Twice-weekly operation scheduled Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will launch direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi, the Emirati capital city, to Yekaterinburg, Russia, effective December 27, 2024. The low-cost carrier’s new nonstop service will operate twice weekly, between Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Koltsovo International Airport in Yekaterinburg. Yekaterinburg
Business

Lion Air Group signs MRO agreement with Sanad

5-year contract is for V2500 engines Lion Air Group, Indonesia’s largest privately owned low-cost airline, has signed a five-year partnership with Sanad, an aerospace engineering and leasing solutions provider based in the United Arab Emirates. The undisclosed amount agreement will see Abu Dhabi-headquartered Sanad provide maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO)
Real Estate

HRE Development commits AED30 million to Dubai Cares

With launch of ‘Skyhills Astra’ project HRE Development, a prominent real estate company in Dubai, has entered a partnership with Dubai Cares, part of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), to support the education of children and youth in developing countries. In this context, HRE Development has committed AED30 million to Dubai […]
Business

TikTok unveils Data Connectors Partners initiative

Dubai-based Datahash in tie-up TikTok has unveiled its global Data Connectors Partners initiative to enhance the effectiveness of its advertising on the platform. The new programme is part of TikTok’s Marketing Partners Programme and features an inaugural group of partners focused on three key areas: Lead generation, data platforms, and data connection
Business

Freshworks launches bespoke Freddy AI Agent

To enhance the CX and EX ecosystem Freshworks, the San Mateo, California-based provider of AI service software, has launched Freddy AI Agent, a cutting-edge autonomous service agent designed to enhance customer and employee experiences (CX and EX). Freddy AI Agent can be deployed within minutes without coding or external consultants. In initial beta testing, the agent […]
Gitex Tech

e& UAE signs up for AI-powered digital transformation

Partners with ServiceNow and Quintica e& UAE, the telecommunications arm of e&, has entered a multi-year technology transformation initiative in collaboration with ServiceNow and Quintica. The newly signed strategic partnership, endorsed by all the entities during GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai, aims to harness advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to
Corporate

GCC businesses urged to adapt to changing employee expectations

Personalisation, empowerment, well-being seen as key In a rapidly evolving workforce landscape, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) businesses urgently need to adapt to changing employee expectations. A white paper by Zurich International Life highlights three critical pillars—personalisation, empowerment, and well-being—reshaping employee benefits and engagement strategies. As
Gitex Tech

Humans seen as being a bottleneck in the AI revolution

According to AI thought leaders The Asimov Initiative hosted its seventh meetup on the sidelines of GITEX Global 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre on October 16. The event gathered AI thought leaders to confront a startling reality: humans, not technology, may represent the greatest obstacle in the AI revolution. The event, supported by Marses […]
NEWS DESK

Final Winners Announced for All Award Categories and Robotics Competitions at Largest-Ever IROS 2024

Final winners were announced for all award categories and the robotics competitions and challenges on the penultimate day asgroundbreaking sessions on artificial intelligence, biomechanics, and neuroscience also took center stage at the 36th IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS 2024). IROS 2024 witnessed today the announcement of
NEWS DESK

Takeda Receives Prestigious Recognitions: The Best Workplace Certificate GCC 2024

Takeda Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has been honored with the “Best Workplace GCC 2024” and the “Best Workplace for Women GCC 2024” certifications. These prestigious accolades are a testament to Takeda’s ongoing commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture. The “Best Workplace” award recognizes organizations that excel in creating an
Crypto

UAE crypto market grows 42% YoY

Boosted by institutional investment and government push The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has solidified its position as the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s third-largest cryptocurrency economy, receiving a staggering $34 billion in cryptocurrencies from July 2023 to June 2024. This remarkable figure represents a 42% year-on-year growth, significantly outpacing
Business

Deloitte unveils AI Factory as a Service in the Middle East

Powered by NVIDIA and Oracle Deloitte has launched AI Factory as a Service, powered by NVIDIA. This innovative service offers a specialised architecture designed to streamline the deployment and management of AI applications, enabling organisations to utilise advanced AI technology effectively and economically. The service, which also leverages Oracle’s robust enterprise