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White House Partners with Monroe Capital to Launch New Strategy

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

The White House selected Monroe Capital LLC (“Monroe”) to develop a first-of-its-kind investment strategy focused on supporting businesses operating in the U.S. automotive supply chain. Along with the anticipated advisory support of MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association (“MEMA”) and the

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Security Debt in EMEA Escalates Amid Rising Cyber Threat: Veracode Report

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Veracode, a global leader in application risk management, today unveiled the EMEA snapshot of its annual State of Software Security (SoSS) 2024 report, revealing worrying levels of security debt in organizations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Veracode’s research found 68 percent of EMEA organizations harbor some level of security debt, while 46 percent

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Vodafone, Intelsat Expand Satellite Connectivity Services for Private and Public Sector

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Vodafone and Intelsat, the integrated satellite and terrestrial network operator, today extended their partnership to offer wider coverage of temporary and on-the-move satellite connectivity services to organizations operating in hard-to-reach areas or disaster zones. The expanded agreement will complement Vodafone’s terrestrial networks by providing enterprises with

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Hexitime Enters UAE with iAccel GBI to Revolutionize Workforce Collaboration Using Time Banking Currency

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Hexitime, the world’s first timebank for professionals, today announced its expansion into the UAE, bringing its award-winning platform to businesses in the Middle East through a collaboration with iAccel GBI, a leading go-to accelerator, under the patronage of Dubai SME. This expansion along with iACCEL GBI’s vast network and market expertise, aims to revolutionize how

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Pocketable Powerhouse: Sennheiser’s ACCENTUM True Wireless Comes To the Middle East

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Pioneer in sound technology and solutions, Sennheiser Consumer Hearing, recently launched the latest addition to their portable portfolio, the ACCENTUM True Wireless earbuds. This new release, which became available on May 21, promises the signature Sennheiser acoustics, advanced wireless capabilities, and a brand-new ergonomic design, making it an ideal choice for those

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Alef Education: Miqyas Al Dhad Appoints General Manager to Advance Arabic Literacy Across the Arab World

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

To advance literacy across the Arab world, a general manager has been appointed to lead the development of Miqyas Al Dhad, an innovative framework designed to improve the literacy skills of Arabic speakers across the Arab world. Miqyas Al Dhad is a joint venture between Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in educational technology, and […]

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Bahrain Chamber partners with Powerlec Bahrain 2024 in renewables push

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

The Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) today said it has partnered with the upcoming Powerlec Bahrain 2024, the international trade fair and conference on solar, renewables, storage, power and electrical industry, as part of reinforcing the country’s renewables push in line with the Vision 2030 for a clean energy future. Powerlec Bahrain was […]

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Dubai Centre for Family Businesses hosts interactive workshop to enhance succession planning strategies

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully concluded the latest session within its ‘Governance Series.’ The interactive workshop focused on effective succession planning strategies and attracted the participation of 40 family business representatives. The session explored ways to enhance the continuity of

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M42 Bahrain and Mumtalakat break ground on Amana Healthcare

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Amana Healthcare, part of the M42 group, in partnership with Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (“Mumtalakat”), celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony on 18 September 2024 to mark the start of construction on the Amana Healthcare facility in Al Jasra, Bahrain. This milestone signifies Amana Healthcare’s entry into Bahrain and its commitment to delivering world-class health

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‘Robotics in Africa’ Forum at IROS 2024 to Highlight Africa’s Remarkable Progress in Robotics R&D

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced the 36th edition of the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS 2024) in Abu Dhabi will include the ‘Robotics in Africa’ Forum to highlight the continent’s remarkable progress, especially in research and innovation, and release a status report on the robotics sector in Africa.

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Financial Markets Weekly Recap: US Labour Data Attracted Most Investors’ Attention

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

The US labour market was a significant focus for investors, with the August nonfarm jobs repor as the most awaited data. The report confirmed signs of a softening US labour market, starring a drop in the unemployment rate from 4.3% to 4.2% by a clear softening trend in new jobs added and several downward revisions. […]

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AURAK supports Study Abroad programs for gaining cross-cultural competences, international exposure

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Student Exchange and Study Abroad programs are gaining traction all over the world, as they present opportunities for university students to develop cross-cultural competencies, enhance communication skills, and build connections with peers worldwide, according to the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK). AURAK, ranked No. 6 among UAE universities in the QS World

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Santander Private Banking Expands Global Presence with First Regional Headquarters in DIFC

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Santander Private Banking, has established a new office in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, reinforcing Dubai’s strategic position as a premier hub for private banking operations. Authorised by Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator

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JUBAIL ISLAND ANNOUNCES CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AWARD FOR JUBAIL TOWN CENTRE

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Jubail Island Investment Company (JIIC) has awarded the construction contract for the Jubail Town Centre in Souk Al Jubail, the commercial and retail hub of Jubail Island. The contract, estimated at nearly AED 400 million, has been awarded to Bright Accord General Contracting Company and comprises four office buildings and two residential buildings – Jubail […]

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Paperworld Middle East launches new Kraft and Packaging section as MEA market

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Paperworld Middle East returns for its 13th edition from 12-14 November, adding a new Kraft and Packaging section that features a diverse range of kraft papers, sustainable packaging materials, and cutting-edge printing techniques that produce exceptional quality while minimising environmental impact. Research from Mordor Intelligence estimates that the Kraft Paper and

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BKN301 Group and Damen launch new NFC payment feature for ‘Damen Cash’ app

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Damen, a leading electronic payment company and innovator in the field of digital transactions, and BKN301 Group, a London-Based leading digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service provider in the MENA region, announced the update their ‘Damen Cash’ app by introducing a new feature for paying gas bills using NFC technology. This functionality was officially integrated during

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Core42 Launches Compass Chat App & Enhanced Platform for Enterprise Inference Solutions

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

Core42, a G42 company and provider of sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure and services, announced the revamp of Compass Platform, the latest model of its Compass suite. The inferencing platform introduces new features, including Compass Chat mobile app, designed to empower businesses and developers with seamless AI integration and infrastructure capabilities to build a

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H&H Development expands ‘Eden House’ brand with its first residential community launch in Dubai Hills

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

H&H Development, a pioneer in Dubai’s real estate industry and bespoke turnkey developments, has expanded its prestigious ‘Eden House’ brand with the launch of its first project in Dubai Hills, which is a sought-after upscale suburb of the Emirate. The premier residential community ‘Eden House Dubai Hills’ is strategically located in Dubai Hills, setting new […]

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United Arab Bank participates in Ru’ya Careers UAE 2024

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

As part of its continuous endeavors to attract young Emirati talents, United Arab Bank (UAB) announced its participation in the upcoming Ru’ya Careers UAE 2024, an annual fair that offers job opportunities and training for young Emirati graduates from both high schools and universities, as well experienced UAE national job seekers. The Career Fair which […]

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NOVVI Properties Earns “Great Place to Work” Certification for 2024

PR News Desk 23/09/2024

NOVVI Properties, a leading real estate company in Dubai, is proud to announce its certification as a “Great Place to Work” for 2024. This prestigious recognition reflects the company’s commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive and growth-oriented workplace. It also highlights NOVVI’s unique position as a company that not only serves its clients but invests […]