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Kaspersky identifies AI as common denominator in entertainment industry’s 2026 security threats

News Desk 06/01/2026

In its Kaspersky Security Bulletin, the cybersecurity company’s researchers identified critical threats expected to affect the global entertainment industry in 2026, from ticketing and visual effects pipelines to content delivery networks, games and regulation. Artificial intelligence is

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LG UNVEILS THE WALLPAPER TV: THE WORLD’S THINNEST, TRUE WIRELESS OLED TV

News Desk 06/01/2026

At CES 2026, LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its latest OLED lineup, headlined by the return of an icon: the LG OLED evo W6, True Wireless Wallpaper TV. The W6 revives LG’s Wallpaper Design first introduced in 2017, now combined with True Wireless connectivity and the company’s most advanced picture innovation yet – Hyper Radiant Color […]

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Samsung Unveils World’s First 130-Inch Micro RGB TV Featuring Next-Generation Color and Bold New Design

News Desk 06/01/2026

Samsung Electronics unveiled the world’s first 130-inch Micro RGB TV (R95H model) at CES 2026, marking the debut of its largest Micro RGB display and a bold new design direction for ultra-premium displays. “Micro RGB represents the peak of our picture quality innovation, and the new 130-inch model takes that vision even further,” said Hun […]

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Dubai Land Department strengthens rental market awareness through new ‘Ejari’ campaign

News Desk 06/01/2026

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched an awareness campaign on the ‘Ejari’ system as part of its ongoing initiatives to reach all customer segments. This aligns with the DLD’s continued commitment to raising awareness of lease registration procedures, regulating the landlord-tenant relationship, and enhancing the customer experience in Dubai’s rental market, while

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Trinasolar Advances Clean Energy Milestones in Saudi Arabia through Landmark Collaborations with ACWA Power

News Desk 06/01/2026

Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, is accelerating its presence in Saudi Arabia through strategic collaborations with ACWA Power, the world’s largest private water desalination company, a leader in energy transition, and first mover into green hydrogen. These partnerships underscore Trinasolar’s commitment to support Vision 2030 by

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THE BUTTERFLY GARDENS ABU DHABI OPENS 9 JANUARY AT AL QANA

News Desk 06/01/2026

Abu Dhabi is about to gain a new wildlife experience that goes far beyond butterflies. Opening on 9 January 2026, The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi combines over 10,000 butterflies, rare rainforest species and tropical environments brought to life indoors within a fully climate-controlled space. Located in Al Qana, five minutes from the Sheikh Zayed Grand […]

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Her Highness Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi Inaugurates the Second Edition of the “Sharjah Literature Festival”

News Desk 06/01/2026

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority and Honorary President of the Emirates Publishers Association, inaugurated yesterday the second edition of the “Sharjah Literature Festival”.

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ME FITOUT sets new benchmark in UAE’s high-rise interiors, successfully delivers Reem Eleven

News Desk 06/01/2026

ME FITOUT, a fast-growing interior fit-out company, successfully completed the joinery and fit-out works at Reem Eleven, a 25-storey residential tower with a built-up area of over 20,000 sqm, developed by SAAS properties at the heart of Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. The project serves as a testament to the company’s growing capacity to execute complex, […]

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VAST Data Redesigns AI Inference Architecture for the Agentic Era with NVIDIA

News Desk 06/01/2026

VAST Data, the AI Operating System company, today announced a new inference architecture that enables the NVIDIA Inference Context Memory Storage Platform – deployments for the era of long-lived, agentic AI. The platform is a new class of AI-native storage infrastructure for gigascale inference. Built on NVIDIA BlueField-4 DPUs and Spectrum-X Ethernet networking, it

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Inside Akari’s Brain Bar, A Pioneering Adaptogen-Focused Cafe

News Desk 06/01/2026

At the heart of Akari lies the Brain Bar, an innovative café concept dedicated entirely to adaptogenic beverages. Located at One Central, the concept is seamlessly integrated into Akari’s science-led wellness sanctuary, offering guests a purposeful pause to support both mental clarity and physical performance. Designed to complement Akari’s evidence-based therapies,

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Intersec 2026 announces new show features shaping the future of security, safety and fire protection

News Desk 06/01/2026

Organisers of Intersec 2026 have announced the launch of three significant new features which will be showcased when the event returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from 12-14 January 2026.   Reinforcing its position as the world’s leading platform for advancing security, safety and fire protection, the 27th edition of Intersec, which is held […]

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VoPay Establishes Global Headquarters in Qatar to Advance Digital Financial Infrastructure Across MENA, Africa, and Southeast Asia

News Desk 06/01/2026

VoPay International Inc., a global fintech infrastructure platform, today announced the establishment of its global headquarters in Qatar. The move positions Qatar as VoPay’s primary hub for advancing digital financial infrastructure and supporting scalable financial modernization across the Middle East and North Africa, Africa, Southeast Asia, and other high-growth

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Bentley Systems Acquires Talon Aerolytics, and Pointivo Technology, for Asset Analytics Leadership

News Desk 06/01/2026

Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced the acquisitions of Talon Aerolytics and the technology and technical expertise of Pointivo. These acquisitions, which closed in December, significantly strengthen Bentley’s Asset Analytics portfolio, which applies digital twins and AI to help owner-operators

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The First Group Hospitality Announces Senior Leadership Appointments

News Desk 06/01/2026

The First Group Hospitality announces a series of senior leadership appointments, with all roles newly created to support the company’s accelerated growth trajectory and evolving operational scale. Brendan McCormack steps into the role of Vice President – Business Development, Food & Beverage (F&B), reflecting the strong growth potential of the company’s

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FLYADEAL ADDS FIVE ROUTES FROM NEW MADINAH BASE

News Desk 06/01/2026

flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, has rung in the New Year in emphatic style launching five routes from Madinah, its newest operational base in the Kingdom.   The introduction of scheduled flights to Sabiha Gökçen in Istanbul and four domestic cities of Abha, Al Hofuf, Jazan and Tabuk, takes the number of flyadeal destinations […]

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ZIINA introduces Violet, everyday benefits from the UAE’s most loved brands plus zero currency fees

News Desk 06/01/2026

Ziina, the UAE’s leading homegrown consumer and business payments platform, today announced the launch of Ziina Violet, a new lifestyle membership that brings together everyday benefits from the UAE’s most loved brands and introduces zero currency fees on global spending. Violet marks Ziina’s evolution from a payments platform into a unified daily lifestyle companion for

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IBM Unveils the Technologies Defining the Global and UAE Business Landscape in 2026

News Desk 06/01/2026

The IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) has unveiled Five Trends for 2026, a new report identifying the forces that will redefine competitive advantage for organizations in the UAE and around the world in the year ahead. As 2026 begins, the research shows that uncertainty isn’t slowing business down – it’s accelerating transformation.   To […]

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When holiday leftovers linger, reset your eating habits for a new year

News Desk 06/01/2026

A new year offers new beginnings and an opportunity to reset your eating habits after the holidays. Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, says it’s best to eliminate what you don’t need, including party food leftovers. If your refrigerator is holding onto less-than-healthy holiday leftovers into the new year, it is OK to let them […]

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Zurich Middle East Life Appoints Walter Jopp as Chief Executive Officer

News Desk 06/01/2026

Zurich Middle East Life today announced the appointment of Walter Jopp as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its presence and long term strategy in the Middle East.   Walter Kiceleff, CEO, Zurich International Life Solutions, said: “We are delighted to welcome Walter Jopp back […]

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SEVENTH EDITION OF MANCHESTER CITY ABU DHABI CUP SET FOR KICK-OFF – AND EVERYONE IS INVITED!

News Desk 06/01/2026

More than 8,000 people are set to descend on Zayed Sports City this weekend as the region’s biggest youth football tournament, the record-breaking Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup, returns for its seventh edition. Three days of spectacular international football action will be accompanied by fun, friendship, and culture when close to 250 teams from 18 […]