As RAKBANK marks its Golden Jubilee, this is a moment to reflect on the journey behind us and to be clear about what has guided the Bank every step of the way. For fifty years, RAKBANK’s progress has been shaped by trust, relationships and a belief that banking should serve people. That belief
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has entered into a strategic partnership with Citix MENA to introduce a new smartboard digital network across several of the emirate’s flagship destinations, in a move set to modernize visitor engagement and advance Sharjah’s smart city agenda. Under the agreement, Citix will deploy and operate a new generation
Rezolve Ai (NASDAQ: RZLV) a global provider of AI-powered commerce and retail intelligence solutions, has confirmed its participation at Shoptalk Luxe 2026, taking place from 27 to 29 January 2026 at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. The company will participate as a sponsor of the event, which convenes senior leaders from luxury retail, brands and […]
When the clock strikes lunch and appetites call for something beyond the ordinary, Mausam, an Indian dining destination, elevates the midday pause with its thoughtfully curated Business Lunch Thali. Designed for both solo indulgence and polished business meetings, the thali blends flavour, tradition, and finesse, available in vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
As the winter weather sets in, plan the perfect Bavarian escape with your loved ones at the newly opened Bruno’s Biergarten at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach. Authentically German in its menu, brews, and music, the venue captures the true essence of Bavarian culture, that of sharing, laughter, and togetherness. Located in the heart of Dubai’s vibrant beachside destination,
On 1 February 2026, NIRI Restaurant & Bar will host an exclusive 50 Best Signature Session, bringing together two esteemed culinary voices for a one-night-only dinner ahead of the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants awards ceremony on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. A new entrant to the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 […]
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) will showcase how its latest advancements in AI are helping critical enterprises and security providers maintain safety and awareness across vast operations, moving from reactive incident detection to proactive response, at Intersec, taking place from January 12 to 14. Avigilon Visual Alerts uses intuitive conversational interfaces to
As expatriates continue to account for nearly 90 per cent of Dubai’s population, hospitality brands across the city are adapting their strategies to better serve long-term residents alongside transient travellers. Reflecting this shift, the Deira Waterfront cluster of hotels, managed by Valor Hospitality Partners, has strengthened its focus on community-centric
Dubai Chambers today welcomed Louise Araneta-Marcos, First Lady of the Republic of the Philippines, at its headquarters to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral ties and deepen mutual cooperation. The meeting was attended by H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, and H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai […]
Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, MENA’s leading event for lighting and building technology, opens tomorrow at Dubai World Trade Centre. Taking place from 12-14 January 2026, the exhibition is part of the international Light + Building portfolio and will feature over 600 brands from 30 countries, alongside an expected attendance exceeding 16,000 industry
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, awarded the $1 million AI Film Award to Tunisian filmmaker Zoubeir Jlassi. The award is organised by the 1 Billion Followers Summit in collaboration with Google Gemini, for the film ‘Lily.’ The award ceremony took place during […]
Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the US-Venezuela relationship have been grabbing investor attention. Developments around Venezuela continue to make headlines, as they affect oil prices in the region. President Trump has asked Venezuela to sell up to 50m barrels of oil to the U.S. This is expected to release Venezuelan oil which […]
Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the US-Venezuela relationship have been grabbing investor attention. Developments around Venezuela continue to make headlines, as they affect oil prices in the region. President Trump has asked Venezuela to sell up to 50m barrels of oil to the U.S. This is expected to release Venezuelan oil which […]
The Embassy of Ukraine in Abu Dhabi launched yesterday, the Month of Ukraine in the UAE — a large-scale initiative designed to bring together cultural, educational, humanitarian, and business events dedicated to Ukraine, its strength, identity, and living voice. As symbolically noted by Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Arab Emirates, the […]
Folding represents a fundamental reimagining of the smartphone experience. It has been a breath of fresh air in the world of identical slab phones. However, until now this new revolution meant you had to accept fragile screens, anxiety-inducing hinges, and perhaps most egregiously, cameras that felt generations behind their non-folding counterparts. The new HUAWEI Mate
Rixos Hotels Egypt marked the arrival of 2026 with exceptional success, hosting a series of New Year’s Eve concerts and festive experiences across its destinations in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Alexandria, and Alamein. Headlined by standout performances from international star Ivi Adamou, celebrated Egyptian icon Hisham Abbas, and the world-renowned Gipsy Kings featuring
U.S. Markets The S&P 500 closed Thursday unchanged, while the Nasdaq ended lower by 0.54%, with markets showing a cautious tone ahead of Friday’s jobs report. The NFP report is expected to confirm that the employment situation is one of no-hire, no-fire, with moderate job growth of 66,000 jobs versus last month’s 64,000. Markets are […]
Volkswagen Group and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced a Letter of Intent (LOI) for a long-term supply agreement to deliver advanced infotainment and connectivity capabilities powered by Snapdragon® Digital Chassis™ solutions. Under this intended agreement, Qualcomm Technologies would serve as Volkswagen Group’s primary tech provider for the launch of its zonal
The local community is being invited to join four-time Olympic champion, Sir Mo Farah, in this Sunday’s Run Yas 2026 at Yas Marina Circuit with registration still open. Held in partnership with Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) and organised by Ethara, the event aims to inspire people to “Be a Champion” and encourage them to get […]
Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced its partnership with Mertoglu, the renowned Turkish play equipment manufacturer, for the supply of outdoor play systems at Azizi Venice, its mixed-use community in the rapidly growing Dubai South, set entirely on a swimmable crystal blue body of water that is one of the […]



























