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Mövenpick Dubai Creek Opens in Dubai’s Historic Heart Following the Rebranding of Golden Sands Hotel Creek

News Desk 20/01/2026

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, has expanded its presence in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of Mövenpick Dubai Creek, following the rebranding of the former Golden Sands Hotel Creek. Rooted in Mövenpick’s Swiss heritage and culinary origins, the conversion introduces a place of

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Machines Can Think 2026 agenda features speakers from Meta, Snap Inc., MBZUAI, Mubadala, G42, and more

News Desk 20/01/2026

Abu Dhabi’s flagship AI Adopters event, Machines Can Think 2026, is being held under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence. Taking place on 26–27 January 2026 at Park Hyatt Saadiyat, the summit is co-organized and co-hosted by Polynome and the Mohamed bin […]

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Perfect Corp. Partners with PHOENIX Pharma Italia to Launch AI Skin Analysis and Product Recommendation Experience Powered by Skincare Pro in Pharmacies

News Desk 20/01/2026

Perfect Corp. (NYSE: PERF), the leading AI and AR beauty and fashion technology provider, today announced it is powering a new in-store digital innovation in the pharmacy sector through a new partnership with PHOENIX Pharma Italia. Through this collaboration, customers visiting Italian BENU parapharmacy of Citylife in Milano, part of the PHOENIX Pharma Italia Group, can

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From Hearty Plates to After-Dark Sips: Spartan Sports Bar’s Must-Try Offers

News Desk 20/01/2026

Spartan Sports Bar is dialing up the flavour and fun with two standout offers designed to satisfy serious cravings and elevate after-hours socializing: The Meatdown and Spartan After Dark. Renowned for its energetic atmosphere, big screens, and crowd-pleasing comfort food, Spartan Sports Bar continues to deliver value-driven experiences that bring people together, whether

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HCLSoftware Tech Trends 2026: AI Autonomy Set to Transform the Self-Driving Enterprise

News Desk 20/01/2026

HCLSoftware, a global leader in enterprise software solutions, today unveiled its Tech Trends 2026 report. Grounded in 8 months of structured research and insights from 173 enterprise leaders, the report signals a definitive shift in the digital landscape: autonomous intelligence, not simply technology adoption, is driving competitive advantage. Key Takeaways AI agents and

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ZāZEN Properties Enters Dubai South with New Residential Community

News Desk 20/01/2026

ZāZEN Properties is preparing to introduce a new residential development in Dubai South, reflecting an expansion of its portfolio into one of Dubai’s most actively evolving residential districts. As part of this move, the developer has appointed Vida Bricks as the exclusive sales partner for the project, bringing on board a brokerage aligned with ZāZEN’s […]

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AUS to award two fully funded graduate seats for alumni at upcoming Alumni Reunion

News Desk 20/01/2026

American University of Sharjah (AUS) announces that two alumni will be awarded fully funded seats in a graduate program of their choice, beginning next academic year, with the recipients to be announced in the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, AUS President, at the Alumni Reunion on January 24. The awards will be […]

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Lebanese Superstar Haifa Wehbe Takes Centre Stage This Valentine’s Day at City of Dreams Mediterranean

News Desk 20/01/2026

City of Dreams Mediterranean, Cyprus’ premier integrated resort, is set to host an unforgettable Valentine’s Day celebration as iconic Lebanese superstar Haifa Wehbe takes to the stage for a live concert on Saturday, 14 February 2026. Taking place at the resort’s elegant Grand Ballroom, the one-night-only performance promises a glamorous evening of music, energy and […]

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W ABU DHABI – YAS ISLAND BRINGS RAMADAN TO LIFE THROUGH SHARED EVENINGS AND PURPOSEFUL MOMENTS

News Desk 20/01/2026

W Abu Dhabi: Ramadan is fast approaching, and at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, the hotel is bringing a measured approach to the season, shaping experiences centered on Iftar, time spent together, and meaningful contribution beyond the table. Across its dining venues and wellness spaces, the hotel introduces a Ramadan programme that balances gathering […]

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NEO PAY and Wio Bank Collaborate to Launch PoS Lending Solution for Merchants across the UAE

News Desk 20/01/2026

NEO PAY, the UAE’s fast-growing payment solutions provider, has partnered with Wio Bank PJSC, the Middle East’s leading digital financial platform, to introduce a Point-of-Sale (PoS) lending solution, designed for SME merchants across the UAE. The launch of this lending solution reflects NEO PAY’s commitment to empowering SMEs with the financial tools they need to

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ADX and Saal.ai Collaborate to Design an innovative platform for Market Data Dissemination

News Desk 20/01/2026

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group has engaged Saal.ai to jointly design and create a next-generation market data dissemination platform to support the dynamic needs of  ADX. The announcement was made at UMEX, currently being held at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi, aligning the milestone with one of the region’s leading platforms for innovation and […]

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FitnGlam officially opens second Abu Dhabi flagship fitness club at Yas Mall

News Desk 20/01/2026

FitnGlam, part of the Formative Group, the UAE’s largest fitness collective and the nation’s leading luxury women-only brand, has opened its second Abu Dhabi SuperClub at Yas Mall. The 19,000 sqft club sets a new benchmark for exclusivity and high-performance training, marking FitnGlam’s sixth location in four years and reinforcing its positioning as the nation’s […]

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Albilad Capital Enters Robo-Advisory Platforms for the First Time Through Madkhol Capital

News Desk 20/01/2026

Madkhol Capital announced the signing of a series of business agreements and strategic partnerships as part of its plan to expand the range of investment options available through its application and to strengthen its solutions for both individuals and businesses. Among these agreements are business partnerships with Albilad Capital, enabling Albilad’s investment funds to

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EIRS takes centre stage at Digital Insurance MENA to shape Africa-Middle East industry dialogue

News Desk 20/01/2026

Dubai’s Digital Insurance MENA conference is opening today, a key platform for cross-regional knowledge exchange this January, with EIRS actively participating, bringing local insights about African markets to the forefront. The Africa-headquartered insurance and reinsurance brokerage, which operates with hubs in the UAE and the UK, will be represented by two of its senior

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Rotana Strengthens Saudi Portfolio with the Signing of Centro Hail

News Desk 20/01/2026

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region, has announced the signing of Centro Hail, a next-generation lifestyle hotel to be developed in collaboration with Alkhorayef Investment and Development Co. and the Tourism Development Fund (TDF). The new signing represents a key milestone in Rotana’s ongoing expansion across Saudi Arabia and reaffirms

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Vertiv introduces New Modular Liquid Cooling Infrastructure Solution to Support High-Density Compute Requirements in North America and EMEA

News Desk 20/01/2026

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced new configurations of the Vertiv™ MegaMod™ HDX, a prefabricated power and liquid cooling infrastructure solution engineered for high-density computing environments, including artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) deployments. The new configurations give

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Gulfood 2026 Launches ‘Gulfood Startups’ as the Global Gateway for Scaling the Next Generation of Food Innovation

News Desk 20/01/2026

Gulfood, the world’s largest and most influential food and beverage sourcing event, announced the launch of Gulfood Startups, a dedicated platform designed to support high-growth food-tech companies seeking to scale internationally from Dubai. As the global food economy accelerates towards a projected value of USD 11.37 trillion by 20301, innovation across production,

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Dynatrace Achieves DESC Certification to Accelerate Secure Cloud Adoption for Dubai’s Public Sector

News Desk 20/01/2026

Dynatrace, (NYSE: DT), the leading AI-powered observability platform, today announced it has received certification from the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC).   Established by the Government of Dubai, DESC sets rigorous cybersecurity standards to safeguard critical systems, promote secure cloud adoption, and enable transformational smart city initiatives. This

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A new tool to find hidden ‘zombie cells’

News Desk 20/01/2026

When it comes to treating disease, one promising avenue is addressing the presence of senescent cells. These cells — also known as “zombie cells” — stop dividing but don’t die off as cells typically do. They turn up in numerous diseases, including cancer and Alzheimer’s disease, and in the process of aging. While potential treatments […]

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UAE based Filipino Workers able to verify contracts seamlessly via VFS Global

News Desk 20/01/2026

VFS Global, the world’s leading provider of trusted technology and outsourcing services for governments and citizens, has partnered with DBP Data Centre Inc. (DCI), a government-owned corporation in the Philippines. This collaboration supports the verification of employment contracts for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, UAE. Services are set to