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As 60% of UAE travellers rely on AI to plan trips, human connection remains vital

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Travel technology is transforming the industry globally, changing the way travellers plan, book, and experience their journeys. According to a recent report by Tourism Economics on behalf of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), 60% of travellers in the UAE trust Artificial Intelligence (AI) to plan

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LEGOLAND® Water Park Launches Neon Nights – A Vibrant New Addition to Summer Splash Fest

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

LEGOLAND® Dubai Resort invites families to turn up the glow this summer at LEGOLAND Water Park with Neon Nights, a brand-new night-time splash party. Taking place every Saturday and Sunday in August and September, this exhilarating experience is the latest addition to the ongoing Summer Splash Fest, adding even more energy and colour to the family fun

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Evisions and Alteryx Expand Partnership to Elevate Data Analytics in Higher Education

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Alteryx, a leading AI and data analytics provider, has announced a new development to its partnership with Evisions, the leader in enterprise reporting solutions for higher education. The two companies are helping colleges and universities transform how they work with data, enabling faster access to information, deeper insights, and more efficient decision-making across

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VFS Global renews contract for Germany visa services across the Middle East; adds four new locations to the network

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

The German Federal Foreign Office has renewed its contract with VFS Global in the Middle East for an additional seven years. Under this mandate, VFS Global will continue to provide Germany visa services through its centres in Algiers, Algeria; Manama, Bahrain; Erbil, Iraq; Amman, Jordan; Doha, Qatar; Kuwait City, Kuwait; Beirut, Lebanon; Muscat, Oman; and […]

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Dubai Centre for Family Businesses introduces three new advisory services to enhance governance and growth within family enterprises

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has launched three new specialised advisory services to support the sustainable growth of family businesses. The initiative aims to strengthen the governance of family-owned enterprises operating in Dubai, enhancing their future readiness and enabling them to navigate the evolving

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Dubai Strengthens Its Role as a Leading Hub for Dermatology with the 10th International MEIDAM Congress

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

The 10th International Congress of Medical Excellence in Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine (MEIDAM 2025) will be held from 25 to 27 September 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), bringing together dermatologists, aesthetic medicine specialists and healthcare professionals from more than 90 countries. Organised by DXB LIVE, the integrated event management and

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Ghenwa Yehia Named 2025 Rosalynn Carter Fellow Through UAE Journalism Programme

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Two journalists from the UAE have been awarded the 2025 Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism, supported by The Carter Centre in association with The National. They join an international cohort committed to advancing informed, compassionate reporting on mental health around the world. Among the selected fellows is Ghenwa Yehia, a regular contributor

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Volvo Cars signs recycled steel deal with SSAB

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Volvo Cars has signed a new agreement with Swedish steel firm SSAB for the supply of high-quality, recycled and near zero-emissions steel starting from 2025. Volvo Cars is the first car maker to sign a supply agreement for recycled, near zero-emissions steel for serial production deliveries. The agreement is an extension of a long-term existing […]

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Grandiose Supermarket Partners with SAP to Harness Business AI for Exceptional Customer Experiences and Scalable Growth

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

SAP today announced that Grandiose Supermarket, a premier quality food and grocery retailer in the UAE with nearly 50 stores and part of the Ghassan Aboud Group, has signed an agreement to implement RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud – Private Edition as the digital backbone of its operations, integrated with SAP Business AI. This strategic […]

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The Ocean Cleanup and AWS Join Forces to Accelerate Ocean Plastic Removal using AI

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

The Ocean Cleanup, a non-profit organization dedicated to ridding the world’s oceans and rivers of plastic pollution, announced a collaboration with Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN). This collaboration will leverage AWS’s advanced artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing capabilities to enable and

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Ransomware in the Crosshairs: Sophos and Halcyon Announce New Intelligence-Sharing and Mutual Anti-Tamper Protection Initiative

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced a strategic threat intelligence sharing partnership with Halcyon, the leading anti-ransomware solution provider. This collaboration brings together two of the most experienced teams in ransomware defense to accelerate detection, enhance protection, and improve response

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F5 Application Delivery and Security Platform Introduces Data Leakage Detection and Prevention for Securing AI Workloads

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

F5 (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in delivering and securing every app and API, has announced new AI-driven capabilities for the F5 Application Delivery and Security Platform (ADSP). These updates provide organizations with advanced tools to secure sensitive data and manage AI-powered applications, including expanded capabilities in F5 AI Gateway to prevent

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Eaton Square: Ellington’s First A-Grade Office Building and MBR City’s Newest Business Landmark

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Ellington Properties, Dubai’s leading design-led real estate developer, proudly announces the launch of Eaton Square, its first-ever commercial development. Located in Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City), this project marks a bold new chapter for the developer, extending its signature commitment to thoughtful design and human-centric living into the commercial real estate

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FROM BEIRUT WITH LOVE: EM SHERIF DELI OPENS ITS FIRST STORE IN DUBAI THIS SEPTEMBER

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Em Sherif Deli, Lebanon’s beloved neighbourhood eatery, is bringing its vibrant, community-focused concept to Dubai this September. Backed by Lavoya Group, the brand’s Dubai debut promises to offer the same Lebanese-inspired flavours and welcoming atmosphere that made it a hit in Lebanon, now opening at the iconic One Central, The Offices 5, Dubai World

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DGHR graduates and recognises employees of H.H. The Ruler’s Court under ‘Ta’heel’ program designed to develop second-tier leaders

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

The Dubai Government Human Resources (DGHR) Department announced the graduation and recognition of a group of employees from H.H. The Ruler’s Court who completed the ‘Ta’heel’ program aimed at developing second-tier leaders. This initiative reflects DGHR’s ongoing commitment to strengthening government capabilities and celebrates the participants’ successful

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UBF Highlights Importance of Ijarah of Identified Tangible Assets’ Standard in Strengthening Islamic Finance

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

The UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, reaffirmed its full support for the efforts of the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) in promoting global transparency and credibility in Islamic banking and finance. This came during a session to discuss the Draft of the AAOIFI […]

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UAE Launches Global Youth Dialogue to Shape the Future of Sustainable Development Beyond 2030

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

As part of the UAE delegation’s participation in the United Nations Sustainable Development Forum 2025, organized by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, the General Secretariat of the National Committee for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) hosted a dedicated youth session titled Voices for 2045: Youth Shaping the Future. Held at the Permanent Mission […]

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BlueFive Capital Announces Mumtalakat’s Acquisition of a Stake in the Global Investment Platform

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

BlueFive Capital announced today that Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has acquired a stake in the firm, underscoring Mumtalakat’s commitment to supporting emerging financial players. Mumtalakat’s stake follows BlueFive Capital’s successful close of its Founding Shareholders Circle, and it joins the 25 prominent GCC

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SCYTHE Unveils Version 5.0: Next-Generation Adversarial Exposure Validation (AEV) Platform

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

SCYTHE, the leading provider of advanced proactive cybersecurity solutions, today announced the release of version 5.0 of its flagship platform, marking a transformative leap from traditional Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) to Evolved Adversarial Exposure Validation (AEV). SCYTHE 5.0 introduces AI-powered automation, point-and-click functional testing, and rapid

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LambdaTest and Lab49 Forge a Strategic Partnership to Advance AI-driven Software Testing in Financial Services

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

LambdaTest, a GenAI-native quality engineering platform, has entered a strategic partnership with Lab49, a leading consultancy specializing in strategy, design, and technology for capital markets, to help financial services organizations modernize their software testing and drive digital innovation. The partnership brings together LambdaTest’s next-generation AI-native