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iCAUR V27 MAKES ITS FIRST GLOBAL LAUNCH IN THE UAE

News Desk 10/02/2026

iCAUR, a leading hybrid and electric vehicle brand making waves worldwide, has now officially arrived in the UAE. The brand was launched at a glamorous gala evening at the Park Hyatt Dubai, attended by senior global executives from iCAUR, VIP guest,s and respected members of the media. As part

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Dubai real estate evolves into dual-track market with homes as lifestyle assets, says luxury developer

News Desk 10/02/2026

Dubai real estate is evolving into a dual-track market in which residential properties will increasingly function as lifestyle assets rather than simply as housing solutions, a luxury developer said today.   Talal M. Al Gaddah, CEO and Founder of the Keturah luxury brand, says developers are moving away from high volume construction toward projects that […]

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Azizi Developments partners with Etaone Energy for fuel handling systems at Burj Azizi

News Desk 10/02/2026

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced its partnership with Etaone Energy for the delivery of a fuel handling system at Burj Azizi, the world’s second-tallest tower. The agreement covers the delivery of critical infrastructure systems engineered to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient fuel storage, transfer, and management in support of

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Al Rostamani Communications Secures Landmark Contract to Power Advanced Surveillance Systems at Burj Azizi, the World’s Second Tallest Building

News Desk 10/02/2026

Al Rostamani Communications, a leading UAE-based systems integrator and a member of Al Rostamani Group, has been selected by Azizi Developments to deliver advanced surveillance and security systems for Burj Azizi, set to become the world’s second tallest building. The appointment places Al Rostamani Communications at the centre of one of the most technically demanding […]

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ICAS and Heriot-Watt University launch global degree to accelerate accountancy careers

News Desk 10/02/2026

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) and Heriot-Watt University (HWU) have launched a pioneering master’s programme, offering one of the most streamlined and globally accessible routes to becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA). Delivered by HWU’s award-winning Edinburgh Business School, the MA (Hons) in Professional Accountancy fast-tracks students into

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Choithrams Announces Largest Price Reset in the UAE on Nearly a Third of its Essential Products

News Desk 10/02/2026

Choithrams, the UAE’s favourite neighbourhood retail and distribution chain, announces a strategic price reset for approximately 10,000 essential products, marking one of the largest price resets by a UAE supermarket retailer to date. The reset follows a survey conducted by Choithrams, which gathered feedback and insights from close to 8,000 customers in 2025. With

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EdUHK Deepens Strategic Partnership with UAEU to Support UAE’s Education and Talent Agenda

News Desk 10/02/2026

A delegation led by Professor John Lee Chi-Kin, President of the Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) – a global leader in teacher education and complementary disciplines – recently visited the United Arab Emirates, reaffirming the University’s long-term commitment to advancing academic collaboration with UAE institutions. Alongside attending the World

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Baidu and Uber Partner to Bring Apollo Go Autonomous Ride-hailing to Dubai in collaboration with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority

News Desk 10/02/2026

Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888) and Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER), in partnership with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), today announced the next phase of their global partnership, bringing the Apollo Go autonomous ride-hailing service to the Uber platform in Dubai.   Expected to launch in the coming month, the fully autonomous […]

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RAKEZ partners with Zoho to equip businesses with essential digital tools for enhanced operations

News Desk 10/02/2026

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global technology company Zoho to provide its business community with access to essential digital tools for managing and running their companies. The collaboration enables RAKEZ-registered businesses to adopt Zoho’s cloud-based business applications, supporting their

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LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES AI-POWERED HOME SOLUTIONS TAILORED FOR THE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA

News Desk 10/02/2026

LG Electronics (LG)  introduced a comprehensive lineup of AI-powered home solutions tailored for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) at LG InnoFest 2026 MEA, which took place in Abu Dhabi from February 3-5. Under the theme “Innovation, Forward Together,” the exhibition highlighted  LG’s latest developments across clothing care, kitchen, built-in kitchen and total cleaning

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Genetec and Etimad sign MoU to advance unified physical security innovation in the UAE

News Desk 10/02/2026

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Etimad Holding (“Etimad”), part of EDGE Group, to strengthen unified physical security capabilities in the United Arab Emirates. The MoU was formally signed between Firas Jadalla, Regional Director, META at Genetec and

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FTI Consulting Builds Healthcare Advisory Capability in the Middle East With Addition of Two Senior Hires to Strategy & Transformation Practice

News Desk 10/02/2026

FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced the expansion of its Strategy & Transformation practice in the Middle East with the appointment of healthcare experts Oussama Nicolas and Tara Makarem as Senior Managing Directors in the firm’s Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment. In their role at the firm, Mr. Nicolas and Ms. Makarem will co-lead […]

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum opens WHX (formerly Arab Health)

News Desk 10/02/2026

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, officially opened the 2026 edition of World Health Expo (WHX) on Monday, 9 February.   Held under the theme ‘Where the World of Healthcare Meets’, the landmark healthcare showcase will take place for the first […]

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Al Ghurair recognised as a Top Employer in the UAE for the fourth consecutive year

News Desk 10/02/2026

Al Ghurair has been officially recognised as a Top Employer in the United Arab Emirates for 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year Al Ghurair has received this distinction from the Top Employers Institute. The certification reflects Al Ghurair’s people-centric culture, underpinned by strong people practices, a clearly defined values framework, and sustained investment

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Ellington Properties Unveils The Meriva Collection, a Hospitality-Led Beachfront Destination on Dubai Islands

News Desk 10/02/2026

Ellington Properties, Dubai’s leading design-led developer, has announced the launch of The Meriva Collection, a new beachfront development located on Island B of Dubai Islands. The launch represents a significant milestone for the brand, introducing Ellington’s first hospitality-led project alongside a curated collection of beachfront residences designed to balance

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Get Ready…IBPC Corporate Quiz 2026 Is Back!

News Desk 10/02/2026

What’s the only place where CEOs, creatives, techies, trivia nerds, and brunch-loving Dubaiites battle it out over questions like “Which watch brand is the timekeeper at Wimbledon Tennis Championship? Rolex or Cartier or Adolf Dassler lends his name to which great brand?  Puma or Adidas? Welcome back to the IBPC Corporate Quiz 2026, Dubai’s most […]

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Al Masaood Automobiles and Al Jazira Club Renew Partnership

News Desk 10/02/2026

Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor of Nissan in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the Al Dhafra Region, and Al Jazira Club, one of the most successful and prestigious sports clubs in the United Arab Emirates, have announced the renewal of their partnership, reaffirming Al Masaood Automobiles as the Club’s Official Automotive Partner. Building on […]

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IFS Nexus Black Launches Resolve for Utilities

News Desk 10/02/2026

IFS, the world’s leading provider of Industrial AI software, today launched IFS Nexus Black Resolve for Utilities – purpose-built and combining decades of utilities expertise with cutting-edge AI capabilities to revolutionize the most inefficient element of field service operations. The announcement was made at DISTRIBUTECH® International 2026, where IFS demonstrated

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The Game LLC Obtains WLA Level 2 Responsible Gaming Certification Strengthening Its Gaming Governance

News Desk 10/02/2026

The Game LLC, a member of the World Lottery Association (WLA) and operator of The UAE Lottery, is proud to have obtained Level 2 certification under the WLA Responsible Gaming Framework, a recognized industry benchmark, with certification support provided by DigitalRG.   The Game LLC is the only licensed lottery operator in the UAE to […]

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NOVAYAS by NORD Development fully Sold Out in record time on Yas Island

News Desk 10/02/2026

NORD Real Estate Development L.L.C. has announced the complete sell-out of all 96 residential units at NOVAYAS, its contemporary 8-floor mixed-use development on Yas Island, a milestone reached within record time following launch. The rapid sales performance reflects strong buyer confidence in well-located, design-driven residential assets and reinforces Yas Island’s