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Mark & Save expands regional footprint by opening 22nd Hyperstore in the GCC

News Desk 28/01/2026

Mark & Save, one of the fastest-growing hyperstore chains in the GCC, inaugurated its 22nd hyperstore in Ajman, part of its ongoing expansion that will see the opening of seven new hyperstores across the GCC in next six months.   Established just a few years ago to meet a widening gap

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MaHawa Unveils Future of Hydration at Gulfood 2026 with Region’s First Hydrogen Water and Reusable Aluminum Bottle

News Desk 28/01/2026

MaHawa by Baynunah Watergeneration Technology SP, the pioneering 100% Emirati water-from-air company, has chosen Gulfood 2026 as the stage to announce a significant evolution in its product portfolio. Showcasing the future of sustainable beverages to a global audience, the brand launched two innovative hydration solutions: the Mahawa Hydrogen Bottle (450 ml) and the

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EDGE BRIDGE Achieves ISO 21001:2025 Certification for Educational Management Excellence

News Desk 28/01/2026

EDGE Group’s BRIDGE, a hub providing advanced upskilling and technology-driven solutions to enhance manufacturing excellence and innovation, has been awarded ISO 21001:2025 certification by TÜV SÜD, recognising its adherence to international best practices for Educational Organisations Management Systems (EOMS). The certification defines requirements for how education and

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Invest Qatar organises Startup Qatar Pavilion to showcase nation’s growing ecosystem at Web Summit Qatar 2026

News Desk 28/01/2026

Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, has announced its participation in Web Summit Qatar 2026 through the Startup Qatar Pavilion, where it will continue showcasing the strength of the country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Building on the strong engagement of previous editions, the Startup Qatar Pavilion will highlight the nation’s business-friendly

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Scaling Renewables for a Resilient Energy Future: Emirates Environmental Group Hosts 1st Panel Discussion of 2026

News Desk 28/01/2026

Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) successfully hosted its 1st Panel Discussion of 2026, titled “Scaling Renewables: Clean Energy Integration and Grid Stability,” bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers and youth to examine the challenges and opportunities of transitioning towards resilient, renewable-based power systems. In her opening address, Dr.

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US Stocks at Record Ahead of Fed; Dollar Pressured, Gold Extends Rally – Daily Market comments from Century Financial

News Desk 28/01/2026

US Markets  SPX is trading at $7,000 in the early Asian trading session today, at an all-time high, signalling bullish momentum even with a potential US government shutdown, fresh tariff threats toward Canada, and lingering disruption from a winter storm. The market has absorbed the news without much stress, suggesting confidence remains intact. Technology is […]

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Emirates Building Systems Awarded 50,000 m² Steel Structures Package for Sayyid Tarik Bin Taimur Cultural Complex in Oman

News Desk 28/01/2026

Emirates Building Systems (EBS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC and one of the Middle East’s leading manufacturers of steel structures, has been awarded a major contract to deliver the full structural steel package for the Sayyid Tarik Bin Taimur Cultural Complex, one of Oman’s most significant upcoming cultural developments. Envisioned as a […]

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dubizzle Cars Awards 2025 Celebrate Excellence Across the UAE Automotive Industry

News Desk 28/01/2026

dubizzle, the UAE’s leading online car marketplace connecting millions of users, has announced the winners of the dubizzle Cars Awards 2025, recognising outstanding performance across the UAE’s automotive ecosystem. Held under the future-focused theme “Step Into the Future”, this edition of the awards saw 175 nominations competing across 18 categories, spanning Dubai and

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World Realty Congress Awards 2025 crown a week of global real estate excellence in Dubai

News Desk 28/01/2026

The World Realty Congress 2025 concluded in Dubai with its grand finale, the World Realty Congress Awards, marking the culmination of a week-long programme of industry engagement. Hosted at the Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan, the Awards followed a series of curated community tours, expert-led masterclasses, and an international real estate conference that drew participation

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Sobha Realty and ADIB Partner to Offer Fast-Track Home Financing Solutions for UAE Residents

News Desk 28/01/2026

In a strategic move that reflects a shared commitment to supporting homeownership in the UAE, Sobha Realty has announced a new partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) to offer innovative home finance solutions for off-plan property buyers. Under this collaboration, UAE residents will be able to access Sharia-compliant home financing facilities upon just 35% […]

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NXN partners with TCS to expand Pakistan shipping services across the UAE

News Desk 28/01/2026

NXN, the UAE’s National Network for Logistics, has expanded its partner service portfolio with the addition of TCS Express World Wide, enabling customers in the UAE to access courier and document shipping services to Pakistan through NXN branches. Customers can now also choose TCS services for sending parcels to Pakistan via NXN’s service channels, including […]

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Nahyan bin Mubarak Inaugurates “Machines Can Think 2026” Summit in Abu Dhabi

News Desk 28/01/2026

H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, inaugurated the “Machines Can Think 2026” summit, the UAE’s flagship artificial intelligence adoption event, held from 26 to 27 January 2026 at Park Hyatt Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi. The summit was co-organised and co-hosted by Polynome Group and the Mohamed bin Zayed University […]

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Expert Insights from Cloudera: Data Privacy Day

News Desk 28/01/2026

On the occasion of Data Privacy Day, our expert voice, Mr. Sergio Gago, shares thought-provoking perspectives on the evolving importance of data security.   “As we mark Data Privacy Day, it is clear that privacy is critical to technology leaders in the region. According to PwC’s Global Digital Trust Insights Middle East Findings 2025, 40% of […]

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Women Are Powering Dubai’s Real Estate Growth and Leadership Takes Centre Stage

News Desk 28/01/2026

As Dubai’s real estate market continues to deliver record activity, women are emerging as powerful contributors to both market participation and sector evolution, setting the stage for broader leadership opportunities and thought leadership across the industry. In the first half of 2025, Dubai’s real estate sector recorded 125,538 transactions worth approximately AED 431

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IKEA Saudi Arabia and Bahrain signs 3-year agreement with HITEK AI to deploy SAFETEK HSSE digital platform

News Desk 28/01/2026

Middle East-based HITEK AI, a part of the Farnek group of companies, has signed a three-year SAFETEK Services Agreement with Ghassan Ahmed Al Sulaiman Furniture Trading Co. (IKEA Saudi Arabia and Bahrain), marking a major step in IKEA’s continuous commitment to elevating Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) governance across all its regional operations. The

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NETSCOUT ENHANCES RESILIENCY AND RESPONSIVENESS WITH NEW OBSERVABILITY CAPABILITIES

News Desk 28/01/2026

NETSCOUT® SYSTEMS, INC. (NASDAQ: NTCT), a leading provider of observability, AIOps, cybersecurity, and DDoS attack protection solutions, today announced new capabilities that further enhance its award-winning observability solutions to address critical gaps in remote site management and risks stemming from expired SSL/TLS certificates. New nGeniusONE® solution enhancements

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Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai Tees Up Exclusive Partnership with The Els Club to Inspire Future Golf Talent

News Desk 28/01/2026

Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai is delighted to announce an exclusive partnership with The Els Club, aimed at creating exceptional opportunities for pupils to develop sporting excellence, explore potential career pathways, and experience the professional world of golf first-hand. The collaboration extends beyond participation in sports. Through this partnership,

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Nextpower Arabia to Supply 2.25 GW of Smart Solar Trackers to L&T for ACWA Power Consortium’s Bisha Solar Project

News Desk 28/01/2026

Nextpower Arabia, the newly formed joint venture between Nextpower (Nasdaq: NXT, formerly Nextracker) and Abunayyan Holding, today announced it will provide 2.25 gigawatts (GWp) of advanced solar tracking systems to Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for the Bisha Solar project, one of the largest utility-scale solar plants being developed by an ACWA Power-led consortium. The

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Embrace the Spirit of Ramadan at Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection

News Desk 28/01/2026

As the Holy Month of Ramadan begins, Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection invites guests to experience the Grand Starlit Iftar at the picturesque Grand Garden Lawn. This refined journey of flavor and reflection offers a beautiful setting to gather with loved ones beneath a starlit sky and twinkling lights. As the sun sets and the city’s pace […]

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Cash buyers, ready homes dominate Dubai’s thriving resale market for ultra-luxury villas

News Desk 28/01/2026

Dubai’s thriving resale market for ultra-luxury villas is dominated by cash buyers who want ready properties and no risk, a new market analysis shows.   The study by fäm Luxe, the luxury division of fäm Properties, reveals that the resale market for villas above AED 40 million recorded 169 resale transactions valued at AED 11.57 […]