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The Hidden Cost Every Saudi Traveler Needs to Know Before Their Next Trip

News Desk 09/12/2025

A recent survey conducted by Airalo, the world’s first eSIM platform, revealed that 30 percent of Saudi travelers were hit with unexpected roaming charges after their international trips last year. Many reported frustration over surprise fees and a lack of transparency from traditional mobile

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ZWSOFT Launches ZWCAD 365 in the Middle East, Strengthening Cloud-Connected CAD for Regional Construction

News Desk 09/12/2025

ZWSOFT, a global provider of CAD solutions, has launched ZWCAD 365 in the UAE, introducing a cloud-connected CAD collaboration platform designed to help construction, architecture, and engineering teams manage design updates with greater speed and clarity. The UAE construction market is now operating at unprecedented speed, driven by larger project scopes and compressed

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Dubai International Chamber launches new representative office in Karachi to support growth of trade and investments between Dubai and Pakistan

News Desk 09/12/2025

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has officially launched a new international representative office in Karachi, with the goal of strengthening bilateral trade and investments between Dubai and Pakistan.   The opening of the chamber’s new office comes as part of the ‘Dubai Global’ initiative, which

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Gartner Predicts Only 5% of Automakers Will Keep Investing Heavily in AI by 2029

News Desk 09/12/2025

By 2029, only 5% of automakers will maintain strong  AI investment growth, a decline from over 95% today, predicts Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company.   “The automotive sector is currently experiencing a period of AI euphoria, where many companies want to achieve disruptive value even before building strong AI foundations,” said Pedro Pacheco,

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Bandag to Build State-of-the-Art Retreading Factory in Georgia in Collaboration with Tegeta Motors and Bridgestone

News Desk 09/12/2025

Bandag, a global leader in retreading solutions, has signed an agreement with Tegeta Motors to build a state-of-the-art Tegeta Bandag Factory in Rustavi, Georgia. This milestone marks an important step in expanding sustainable retreading solutions across the Caucasus region. The new facility is poised to become a key driver of environmentally responsible mobility

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Dubai becomes the global headquarters of food trade as Gulfood 2026 delivers 100% more scale, suppliers, business and innovation

News Desk 09/12/2025

The global food and beverage industry is entering a defining era of change, powered by the convergence of health, technology, sustainability, transparent sourcing and AI-enabled performance1. With the global food & beverages market projected to hit $11.37 trillion by 20302, combined with the MENA region recording the world’s fastest F&B growth rate2,3, businesses

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LG Channels BEGINS MENA ROLLOUT WITH UAE LAUNCH BRINGING FREE ENTERTAINMENT STREAMING TO LG SMART TVS

News Desk 09/12/2025

LG Electronics (LG) today announced the official availability of LG Channels in the United Arab Emirates, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing the home entertainment experience with unparalleled accessibility and diverse programming. LG Channels, readily available with every LG Smart TV in the UAE – with plans for further expansion across the Middle East soon – […]

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Trina Storage Strengthens Global Delivery with New AC System Validation Capabilities

News Desk 09/12/2025

Trina Storage announced the enhancement of its global delivery framework through an upgraded AC System Validation Platform, strengthening the company’s ability to deliver reliable and grid-ready utility-scale energy storage systems worldwide. The platform supports the company’s rapid expansion across more than 100 countries and its continued high-growth trajectory in the

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Swift User Group affirms support for digital transformation and payments development

News Desk 09/12/2025

The Steering Committee and National Swift User Group in the UAE held their regular meeting yesterday 8 December 2025 chaired by Mr. Jamal Saleh, Director General of UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, and Chairman of the UAE Swift User Group Committee. During the meeting, committee members reaffirmed […]

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TES launches the 360° Wellness Smart Health Check: A revolutionary step toward holistic well-being

News Desk 09/12/2025

The Experience Store (TES), the UAE’s premier marketplace for luxury and transformative experiences, has unveiled its latest innovation in the wellness space: the 360° Wellness Smart Health Check, a next-generation diagnostic experience designed to help individuals understand their health holistically, accurately, and proactively. As the region witnesses an increasing

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UAE’s Next MasterMind Awards & Conference 2025 — A Tribute to the Pioneers Transforming Healthcare, Aesthetics, Wellness & Digital Transformation

News Desk 09/12/2025

Crowne Plaza Dubai shimmered with purpose as leaders from healthcare, aesthetics, wellness, and digital transformation gathered for the prestigious UAE’s Next MasterMind Awards & Conference 2025, one of the region’s most anticipated platforms for innovation and excellence. Since 2013, MasterMind has recognized and spotlighted industry changemakers. Aligned with

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Blue Ocean Corporation Expands to Egypt, Holds Debut Global Event on Procurement, Supply Chain

News Desk 09/12/2025

In a strategic Middle East and North Africa (MENA) expansion, Blue Ocean Corporation, ranked as the World No.1 in Supply Chain Training and Consulting, announced the opening its office in Cairo, and holding its debut International Procurement & Supply Chain Conference (IPSC), in one of the fastest growing markets in the region. The new Cairo […]

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Bring your crypto to eToro and earn 1% back in stocks

News Desk 09/12/2025

eToro, the trading and investing platform, today announced that users depositing cryptoassets will receive 1% back in stocks. As an ‘all-in-one app’, eToro provides a holistic crypto offering alongside thousands of stocks, ETFs, indices, currencies and commodities. Users can deposit their crypto to eToro and trade, spend, store and earn rewards all in one place. […]

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CONSTANCE MOOFUSHI MALDIVES PARTNERS WITH MARS SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS TO RESTORE THE CORAL REEFS

News Desk 09/12/2025

Rising from the turquoise waters of the South Ari Atoll, Constance Moofushi marked a milestone that truly reflected the heart of Constance Hotels & Resorts, celebrating 50 years of True Hospitality through meaningful action and care for the natural world. In partnership with Mars Sustainable Solutions (MSS), the organisation behind the MARS Assisted Reef Restoration

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From pilots to profit: NTT DATA’s 2026 Global AI Report shows how top performers turn AI vision into value

News Desk 09/12/2025

NTT DATA, a global leader in AI, digital business and IT services, today released the 2026 Global AI Report: A playbook for AI leaders. The playbook is based on the company’s new benchmark research and reveals how “AI leaders” are separating from competitors through strategy and execution. The analysis is based on a survey of […]

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Dubai Investments Announces Al Vista – AED 1.3 billion Landmark Mixed-Use Development to Transform Meydan’s Skyline

News Desk 09/12/2025

Dubai Investments, through its wholly-owned real estate subsidiary Dubai Investment Real Estate (DIR), has announced the launch of Al Vista, a landmark mixed-use development valued at AED 1.3 billion, set to redefine urban living in Dubai’s prestigious Meydan Horizon. Al Vista is envisioned as a distinctive mixed-use development that seamlessly integrates premium

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Holcim and 44.01 pioneer carbon capture and mineralisation pilot project in Fujairah

News Desk 09/12/2025

Holcim and 44.01 have announced the launch of the first pilot project to mineralise CO₂ captured from the cement industry. The initiative supports the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 pathway by advancing permanent carbon storage solutions for the cement sector and marks a major milestone in the region’s industrial decarbonisation journey. The pilot project initially aims […]

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Vertiv completes Acquisition of PurgeRite, Expanding Leadership in Liquid Cooling

News Desk 09/12/2025

Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure, today announced the successful completion of its previously reported intent to acquire Purge Rite Intermediate LLC (“PurgeRite”), a leading provider of mechanical flushing, purging and filtration services for data centers and other mission-critical facilities. The approximately $1.0

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DHG Properties launches Helvetia Marine on Dubai Islands, blending urban comfort with coastal lifestyle

News Desk 09/12/2025

DHG Properties, a leading Swiss real estate developer in the UAE, has launched Helvetia Marine, its latest premium residential development on Dubai Islands. This marks DHG’s third project in Dubai under its Helvetia real estate brand, extending Swiss excellence to one of the city’s most exclusive emerging waterfront destinations, and combining urban comfort with a […]

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Cisco Simplifies Security for Managed Service Providers with Security Cloud Control, Accelerating Hybrid Mesh Firewall Deployments and Profitable Growth

News Desk 09/12/2025

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), the global leader in networking and security, announced a significant platform advancement designed to empower Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to efficiently and profitably deliver security services. This innovation adds foundational multi-customer management capabilities within Security Cloud Control, Cisco’s unified, AI-powered management