The Federal Open Market Committee meeting on 29th January went as expected widely by market participants, with the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged for a range of 4.25%-4.50%. In the three meetings prior to this, interest rates were cut by a total of 100 basis points. At the
Aether, W Dubai – The Palm’s sophisticated speakeasy, is partnering with The Hidden Barrel to host an extraordinary Bourbon Masterclass with Jim Beam. Taking place on February 6th, this complimentary experience invites guests to immerse themselves in the rich heritage and craftsmanship of bourbon with guided experts. The evening will also feature special Jim Beam […]
American University of Ras Al Khaimah tackles mental health by expanding sports activities on campus
The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has expanded its sports amenities with the goal of boosting mental health of students and helping them combat depression, anxiety and stress, as part of its holistic approach to education. The university, listed among Top 500 Universities in the 2025 QS World University Rankings at 485th position, […]
Newgen Software, a global leader in AI-enabled digital transformation solutions, has announced a partnership with AJIL Financial Services Company (AJIL), a prominent financing company in Saudi Arabia. As AJIL’s digital transformation partner, Newgen will provide its flagship Low-Code Platform and Shariah-compliant financing solutions to streamline its offerings, including
LTIMindtree [NSE: LTIM, BSE: 540005], a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, has partnered with FLS, a leading, full flowsheet minerals processing supplier to the global mining industry, for strategic transformation of their application services portfolio. Through this partnership, LTIMindtree will enable seamless support of enhanced application
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that it successfully supported the establishment and expansion of 1,210 digital startups in Dubai during 2024. This represents an increase of 120% compared to 2023, underlining Dubai’s growing appeal among entrepreneurs and startups specialising in key
Saudi German Health (SGH), the largest healthcare group in the MENA region, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Megamind to embark on a transformative journey aimed at revolutionising healthcare delivery. The collaboration focuses on the advanced implementation of the Health Information System (HIS) and the enhancement of cybersecurity measures across SGH
Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced the launch of Azizi Emerald, a state-of-the-art commercial building in Dubai Health Care City. Seamlessly blending luxury and practicality, the project offers a dynamic setting for businesses to thrive. Spanning 7,896 square meters and rising 68.5 meters high, Azizi Emerald features a striking
PT SWARM expert Arseniy Sharoglazov identified the CVE-2024-28059 (BDU:2024-01648) vulnerability in MyQ Print Server, a printing management solution. MyQ Print Server is installed on Windows servers of an organization to give a single access interface for controlling printers and scanners from different vendors. MyQ solutions are used in 140 countries around the world. The
Takeda (TOKYO:4502/NYSE:TAK) announced today that itsBoard of Directors made the decision unanimously to appoint Julie Kim, currently president of Takeda’s U.S. Business Unit, as the successor to Christophe Weber, Takeda’s president, chief executive officer (CEO) and representative director, when Mr. Weber retires from the company in June 2026. Mrs. Kim will be
Francorp Middle East, the largest franchise consulting firm in the MENA region, has officially teamed up with Destek, an industry expert in intellectual property (IP) and patent services. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the protection of intellectual property rights within the franchising industry, ensuring that both brands and entrepreneurs can thrive with
In line with its vision to shape a future where every product is traceable and every supply chain is secure, EVOTEQ announced its partnership with DAF, the Egyptian company managing the implementation and operation of the Egyptian Drug Authority’s national track-and-trace system. This collaboration will bring a cutting-edge solution to Egypt, marking a pivotal step […]
WHX Tech, a newly launched digital health, technology and innovation exhibition by Informa Markets, has been officially announced on the final day of Arab Health. The launch follows the announcement that Informa’s global healthcare events portfolio has been unified under the World Health Expo (WHX) brand. WHX unites all Informa Markets’ healthcare events worldwide,
The Ministry of Economy organized the ‘Riyada Development Program’ in Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi, recently, with an aim to enhance engagement with entrepreneurs in the region, support them in launching and expanding their startups locally and internationally, and foster the exchange of experiences, while also addressing the challenges related to business expansion. The event was
Grand Slam-winner Emma Raducanu will compete at this year’s Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open having been awarded the final wildcard spot for the qualifiers, with fans able to watch the British star in action on the opening day of the tournament free of charge. The WTA 500 event returns to the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports […]
Educhain, a leading digital credentialing provider for schools, universities, and ministries of education, has announced the acquisition of Rarome, a comprehensive K-12 school management platform offering solutions such as attendance tracking, timetable scheduling, appointment management, and visitor management. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. With a
The ” Frontline Heroes” Festival will continue its activities tomorrow, Friday, at Al Khor Beach in Umm Al Quwain, running until February 2. The festival promises unforgettable moments for the frontline heroes and their families. The festival, held over the past two weeks in Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah, witnessed an overwhelming turnout from frontline […]
Takeda (TOKYO:4502/NYSE:TAK) today announced earnings results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 (nine months ended December 31, 2024) showing continued advancement of its Growth & Launch Products, which delivered double-digit growth of 14.6% at CER. The company has upgraded its full year outlook for growth, reflecting strong year-to-date product
The 24th edition of Medlab Middle East will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre from 3-6 February. Themed ‘Empowering today’s medical labs for tomorrow’s future’, the event will feature over 800 exhibitors from 40 countries, with 20,000 visitors expected to explore the latest technology and updates for the laboratory industry. The upcoming edition will […]
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks today released a new report, “Beyond the Hype: The Businesses Reality of AI for Cybersecurity,” which surveyed 400 IT leaders on their use of AI in security. The survey found that, despite 65% having adopted generative artificial intelligence (GenAI capabilities, 89% of IT leaders […]





























