WizzFinancial Group, a global fintech platform specializing in local payments and cross-border remittance, foreign exchange, lending, and payment gateway solutions, has announced the appointment of Samir Vidhate as Chief Executive Officer of Xpress Money, its B2B money services division. Based
Following the successful launch of its flagship store in City Centre Deira, Dubai, Being Human Clothing, is pleased to announce the opening of its second store in the UAE at City Centre Sharjah. This expansion reflects the brand’s growing presence in the region and underscores its commitment to combining fashion with a purpose. The new store in City […]
The sixth edition of Future Food Forum 2024 was opened today by His Excellency Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, underlining the UAE’s pivotal role in the regional food sector and the Food Cluster Strategy in enhancing food security and sustainability through public-private collaboration. The two-day event is organised by UAE Food & […]
After the huge success and sell-out of the Franck Muller Aeternitas Tower, London Gate, UAE’s premium real estate developer and Franck Muller, the leading Swiss luxury watch manufacturer, have now unveiled their next big project – Franck Muller Vanguard Tower. An extraordinary luxury development set in the heart of Dubai Marina, this new project follows […]
Sustainability andfire safety topped the agenda at Intersec Saudi Arabia’s Fire Protection and Technology Summit on the exhibition’s opening day when leading experts from the region outlined the future of sustainable practices in fire safety. During the session, ‘Green Technologies for Fire Prevention and Control: Promoting Sustainable Practices in Fire Safety’
The directive by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE (may Allah protect him), to declare 28 February as Emirati Day for Education reflects the deep commitment of His Highness to the education sector, which is recognised as a driving force for the UAE’s progress and cultural growth. The day […]
Oil prices rose by more than 4% to about $75 a barrel on Tuesday. So far, oil prices rose by more than 4% as escalation has intensified between Israel and Iran. Amid this geopolitical scene, the risk of a jump in oil prices that could trigger another global inflation shock appeared to be materializing. However, […]
Ajman Tourism Development Department commenced a promotional tour on October 2, 2024, with an aim to boost tourism activities and strengthen partnerships in this sector. The tour, which will continue till October 11, 2024, is being led by H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of Ajman Tourism Development Department, particularly focussing on the Federal Republic
In a strategic step towards achieving its sustainability goals, Gargash Group, a leading business enterprise in the UAE, has partnered with Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region. This collaboration, officially inaugurated with an MoU signing ceremony at the Mercedes-Benz Brand Center in Dubai Design District, was crystalized with their debut
Mining Grid, a leading provider of blockchain and Bitcoin mining solutions, recently hosted a landmark event powered by ICONX Technologies that brought together industry experts, innovators, and enthusiasts to explore the future of digital assets. During the event, Mining Grid announced two significant milestones: the official launch of its highly anticipated “Mining Race”
Jochi (www.jochi.com), a US-based education technology company that simplifies how educators access and make sense of data, is planning to expand in the UAE and the GCC. Jochi, was founded in late 2021, and was designed to support students with learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD, a growing problem caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Its […]
As Saudi Arabia continues to lead the region in cutting-edge security solutions, enhancing its command and control infrastructure is increasingly critical due to rapid urbanisation and complex security challenges. To address this, Sharang Gupta, Director at PwC Middle East, spotlighted the transformative concept of unified Command and Control Centres (CCCs), which are set
BKN301 Group, a London-based leading digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) provider in the MENA region, unveiled its latest innovative payment solution, ‘301 Retail Account.’ The solution is a payment account that will support the MENA region’s rapidly evolving financial landscape and will cater to the unique needs of traditional banks, fintech companies, and
Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the launch of Operations Center, a cloud-based work management solution designed specifically for physical security operations. Available as part of Security Center SaaS, or as a standalone product, this new solution is
Dr. Minnie Bodhanwala, an exemplary healthcare leader and visionary, has launched her highly anticipated biography, “Defying Conventions: A Maverick Healthcare Odyssey” in the UAE at a special ceremony held in Dubai recently. Her book sheds light on her extraordinary journey, from transforming the healthcare sector in India to becoming a revered figure across industries,
United Diesel, a member of the Al Rostamani Group, proudly marked its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of significant contributions to the UAE’s transport and logistics sector. To celebrate this milestone, Al Rostamani Group hosted a grand event in Dubai, attended by distinguished figures from the transport and logistics industry, senior management from Al
Commodities Gold Prices jumped 1% as safe-haven demand spurred by an escalation in the Middle East conflict, along with lower US bond yields pushed back prices near last week’s record highs. Gold Futures for December delivery was up 0.82% or 21.75 to $2,681.15 a troy ounce. Elsewhere in commodities trading, Crude oil for delivery in […]
Shaffra, a deep tech company in the Middle East pioneering AI-driven workforces and metaverse workplace solutions, has appointed Mohammed Al Mutairi as the new General Manager for Saudi Arabia. With over 30 years of experience in business development and project management across influential sectors, Mohammed has a proven track record of driving growth and innovation. […]
The Labour Fund “Tamkeen” has announced its collaboration with Amana Healthcare to attract top talent to Bahrain to deliver specialized rehabilitation and long-term care services for individuals with complex medical needs. This collaboration will create promising job opportunities for Bahrainis andstrengthen the Kingdom’s position as a growing hub for
RAK Hospital as part of its RAK Diabetes Challenge 2024 initiative hosted an enlightening session of its Diabeat webinar series, featuring Prof. Adrian Kennedy, Chief Wellness Officer at the hospital. The webinar delved into the critical connection between stress and diabetes, emphasizing the various stressors that can significantly impact blood sugar levels and overall




























