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,
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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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, […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
In a landmark fintech move In a historic move set to transform the financial landscape in the UAE, IHC, ADQ, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) are set to launch a stablecoin fully backed by the UAE dirham. Pending regulatory approval, the new digital currency will be issued by FAB and fully overseen by the […]
For pivotal forum on airports future The global aviation community will gather for the 12th edition of the Global Airport Leaders Forum (GALF) in Dubai from May 6 to 7, 2025. The event, co-located with the 24th edition of the Airport Show, brings together high-level aviation policymakers, airport operators, and technology leaders to discuss transformative […]
Part of a 10-year deal Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has awarded Life Pharmacy the naming rights of the erstwhile UAE Exchange Metro Station as part of a 10-year contract. The Dubai Metro Red Line station is now renamed Life Pharmacy Metro Station. The agreement was signed between Life Pharmacy Group and Hypermedia, with Mada […]
From May 27-29 The Bitcoin Conference, the world’s premier gathering for cryptocurrency enthusiasts, professionals, and thought leaders, heads to Las Vegas, United States, from May 27–29, 2025, at The Venetian Expo. This year’s event promises to be the most expansive and influential yet. Organisers expect over 30,000 attendees, more than 5,000 companies, and
Assisted digital finance in the spotlight The lush surroundings of Windflower Resort & Spa in Goa, India, hosted the third edition of the CXO Meet, a flagship summit organised by the Grameen Foundation for Social Impact (GFSI) in collaboration with the Business Correspondent Federation of India (BCFI). Supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, […]
