Thought leadership

Why Wellness Should Be the Next Pillar of Economic Growth in the GCC

News Desk 02/06/2025

Global Entrepreneur Roman Ziemian argues that wellness must take centre stage — not just as a lifestyle trend, but as a strategic pillar of growth. He explores how investing in human vitality can reduce healthcare costs, supercharge productivity, and redefine the region’s global brand. In

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Future Banks Summit in Dubai to examine digital transformation in MENA finance

News Desk 01/06/2025

From June 17-18, 2025 Senior executives from across the banking and financial technology sectors will convene in the UAE for the 4th Annual Future Banks Summit, scheduled to take place on June 17-18, 2025, at the Conrad Dubai. The two-day event, organised by Verve Management, will focus on the growing influence of artificial intelligence, open […]

Business

Eureka! GCC 2025 showcases innovation in regional entrepreneurship

News Desk 31/05/2025

$100,000 prize money awarded The fourth edition of Eureka! GCC, a premier business model competition, was held in Dubai from May 28 to 29, 2025, fostering entrepreneurship across the oil-rich Arabian Gulf region. Since its inception, Eureka! GCC has evolved into a transformative platform for early-stage businesses, providing them with the resources and mentorship needed

Business

Salesforce unveils AI-Powered Agentforce at World Tour Dubai

News Desk 30/05/2025

Accelerating digital transformation Salesforce showcased its cutting-edge AI-driven digital labour platform, Agentforce, at the Agentforce World Tour held in Dubai on May 28, 2025. The event was attended by Salesforce customers, partners, and associates, underscoring the increasing interest in AI solutions in the GCC region. Keynote speakers, including Marco Hernansanz,

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Green Emerald Real Estate: Investor-First Growth in Dubai’s Booming Property Market

News Desk 29/05/2025

In Dubai’s competitive real estate landscape, Green Emerald Real Estate has carved a niche as a boutique investment firm delivering high returns, early-stage access, and strategic capital appreciation. Founded by Shardul Mehta, a business veteran with over 30 years of experience—11 in the UAE—the company is redefining how global investors engage with Dubai’s off-plan

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BT Properties launches its flagship project ‘WAADA,’ master-planned community in Dubai South

News Desk 28/05/2025

BT Properties, one of Asia’s most trusted development entities, unveiled its flagship development project ‘WAADA,’ a master-planned community, in the UAE during a landmark launch event held at the Grand Hyatt, Dubai Healthcare City. With over 30 years of experience in delivering large-scale, integrated, people-centric developments across Pakistan, BT Properties is bringing

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Tetr College of Business Opens New Doors by Fully Funding Harvard F-1 Visa Students

News Desk 27/05/2025

Recently, the Trump administration suspended Harvard’s ability to enroll international students under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), making the legal status of thousands of global scholars uncertain.  In response to the situation, Tetr College of Business has announced a landmark initiative to safeguard the future of international students. The

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All the 6 GCC countries announce Eid Al Adha holidays

News Desk 27/05/2025

Here’s what to expect in 2025 Governments across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have officially announced the Eid Al Adha 2025 holiday schedule, with millions of residents preparing for one of the most significant Islamic celebrations. The holiday, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, will begin on the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, which is […]

Tech UAE

UAE will become the first country to offer free ChatGPT Plus to all residents

News Desk 27/05/2025

Under Stargate UAE initiative The United Arab Emirates is poised to become the first country in the world to offer free access to ChatGPT Plus – the subscription-based version of ChatGPT offered by OpenAI – to all residents of the Arabian Gulf country. The groundbreaking initiative is part of a high-profile collaboration between OpenAI and […]

Gadgets Tech

Acer unveils its Swift X 14 AI Series with RTX 5070 GPUs

News Desk 25/05/2025

OLED displays and creator-first features Acer has introduced two new laptops aimed squarely at content creators and professionals needing serious power on the go. The latest models in the award-winning Swift X line, the Swift X 14 AI and Swift X 14, arrive equipped with next-generation processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPUs, and advanced […]

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SLC holds workshop on ‘The Impact of Language on Legal Drafting’

News Desk 22/05/2025

The General Secretariat of the Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) held an awareness workshop titled ‘The Impact of Language on Legal Drafting,’ as part of its ongoing efforts to advance the quality of legislative frameworks and empower legal professionals. This initiative reflects the SLC’s strategic focus on enhancing Arabic legal drafting […]

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Wall Street Exchange Inaugurates Two New Branches in Abu Dhabi and Ajman

News Desk 21/05/2025

Wall Street Exchange (WSE), a subsidiary of FINTX, 7X’s financial services arm, marked the opening of two new branches, one in Ajman and one in Mussafah’s Workers Village, Abu Dhabi. The new locations fit in with the company’s long-term strategy to promote community access and financial inclusion, especially in labour-focused and high-density residential

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Royal Roads University Celebrates Grand Opening of its First MENA Campus in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

News Desk 20/05/2025

Royal Roads University (RRU), a leading Canadian public university, celebrated the official inauguration of its first international branch campus in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, on 28 April 2025. The historic ceremony marked a significant milestone—RRU became the first Canadian university to establish a campus in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), expanding access to […]

Tech UAE

Abu Dhabi to get the largest AI campus outside the US

News Desk 17/05/2025

Along with advanced Nvidia AI chips In a groundbreaking agreement finalised during US President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, the UAE and the US have signed a deal to establish the largest artificial intelligence campus outside the continental US. The AI mega-project, set to be built in […]

Lifestyle

Data entry clerks crowned top “lazy girl” profession in 2025 work-life balance study

News Desk 15/05/2025

Workers seek work-life balance above pay In a shifting employment landscape where mental health, autonomy and flexibility increasingly take precedence over traditional career goals, data entry clerks have emerged as the leading “lazy girl job” for 2025, according to a new report by digital agency Eskimoz. Defined not by laziness but by low-stress, low-interaction, and […]

Defence & Security

Pakistan-India conflict: Pakistan’s use of Chinese military technology is an eye-opener

News Desk 15/05/2025

New shift in South Asia’s military dynamics In the recent military tit-for-tat escalation between India and Pakistan over Hindu civilian casualties in Indian-administered Kashmir, Pakistan’s deployment of Chinese-made military equipment has underscored the growing defence collaboration between the two nations. The conflict, ignited by a militant attack in

Transport UAE

Final bridge in Al Shindagha Corridor Development Project opens

News Desk 12/05/2025

Transforming traffic flow in Bur Dubai Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has inaugurated the fifth and final road traffic bridge as part of its Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street intersection development project in Dubai City. This marks the completion of all phases of the Al Shindagha Corridor Development Project in Bur Dubai, […]

Events Tech

World AI Technology Expo 2025 to set global benchmark for AI innovation

News Desk 11/05/2025

From May 14 to 15 in Dubai The countdown is on for the World AI Technology Expo 2025, which will occur in Dubai on May 14 and 15. Hailed as the world’s largest and most comprehensive artificial intelligence event, the expo has attracted global leaders, start-ups, investors, and innovators for two days of forward-thinking collaboration, […]

Aviation Business

2025 Airport Show soars to new heights

News Desk 09/05/2025

And reveals aviation sector’s future The 24th edition of the Airport Show, held from May 6 to 8, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, drew widespread worldwide support from the global aviation industry. The event served as a powerful reminder of the massive growth opportunities in the aviation sector, particularly within the Middle East, […]

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UAE emerges as a regional leader in women’s empowerment in the aviation sector

News Desk 08/05/2025

Women in Aviation celebrated at 2025 Airport Show Women in Aviation – Middle East Chapter – made headlines this week as it concluded a landmark conference at Airport Show 2025 in Dubai. With a striking turnout and powerful messages of transformation, the curated event proved that inclusion in the regional aviation industry is no longer […]