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Almosafer partners with Riyadh Chamber of Commerce to train Saudi talent for the tourism sector

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; June 6, 2023: Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company (part of Seera Group), has signed a partnership agreement with the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce to develop Saudi talent for the travel and tourism sector. The partnership will enable Almosafer to expand the reach of its in-house training programme, Almosafer Academy, which equips […]
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RIPE NCC and TRA Bahrain Host Capacity-Building Workshops in Manama

June 6, 2023 – The Réseaux IP Européens Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC), in collaboration with the Bahraini Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA), held capacity-building workshops in Manama over three days on the Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) and BGP operations and security with participants from leading Internet service providers, telecom operators, and
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TMF Group expands into Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by acquiring PROVEN’s corporate services business

Dubai UAE. (6thJune 2023) – TMF Group, a leading provider of compliance and administrative services, today announced the acquisition of the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), corporate services, corporate immigration and visa services divisions of PROVEN, a leading business outsourcing organisation in the Middle East. Since its establishment in 2009, PROVEN has been
Business GCC UAE

Aquanow awarded Initial Approval from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Aquanow, a leading digital assets infrastructure provider, announced today that it has received initial approval from Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA), while it undertakes the in-depth process of applying for a license in accordance with VARA requirements. Aquanow was granted initial approval by VARA, following a demonstration
NEWS DESK GCC UAE

UAE Council for Circular Economy discusses ways to accelerate and enhance Manufacturing, Food, Infrastructure, and Transport efforts

In the presence of Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA), the United Arab Emirates’ Circular Economy Council held its second meeting for 2023 today, chaired by Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Al Muhairi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment. The meeting
Sustainability GCC Lifestyle UAE

Dubai Municipality organizes environmental awareness events on World Environment Day

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 5, 2023 – Dubai Municipality organized a series of initiatives and events on World Environment Day, which is observed on June 5 every year. Through these events, the Municipality aimed to highlight the major environmental issues and the importance of conserving natural reserves as well as the sustainability of natural […]
NEWS DESK GCC UAE

16 New Content Creators Announced in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 5 June 2023 – Leading digital marketing and transformation company MAGNITUDE announced the new stars of its groundbreaking ‘Digital Stars’ content creator learning program, a first of its kind in Abu Dhabi that aimed to elevate the skills and knowledge of digital storytellers in specialized fields. The program’s 16 content creators were […]
Business GCC Oman

Joyalukkas Exchange Oman adopted Artificial Intelligence aided technology to enhance the efficacy of sanctions screening

Muscat, Oman — With the success story in UAE, Joyalukkas Exchange has expanded the rollout of Artificial Intelligence-enabled compliance solutions to other countries. Joyalukkas Exchange is one of the leading money exchange houses in the Gulf and Effiya is the analytics technology partner in their journey of transforming AML/CFT compliance with AI and Machine learning.
Business GCC UAE

DIFC Innovation Hub Partners with Dubai Islamic Bank to launch 7th edition of AccelerateHER

Dubai, UAE; 5 June 2023: Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) and Dubai International Financial Centre, (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, has partnered for the 7th edition of AccelerateHER. The Accelerator programme was launched in 2019 by the DIFC Innovation Hub to equip the next generation of women
NEWS DESK GCC UAE

The Supreme Committee for the Exploitation, Protection, and Development of Living Aquatic Resources on Boosting UAE Fish Wealth

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 2, 2023: Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, the UAE’s Minister of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), recently presided over the inaugural meeting of 2023 for the Supreme Committee for the Exploitation, Protection, and Development of Living Aquatic Resources. The meeting’s central objective was to assess the
Energy GCC UAE

HE Al Zeyoudi Addresses US GreenTech Delegation in Dubai, Invites Private-Sector to Invest in Clean Energy Transition

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 2nd  June 2023:  His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, addressed a US-led GreenTech delegation to the UAE, outlining the growth opportunities offered to companies developing low-carbon and alternative energy solutions in the UAE’s supportive ecosystem. He also emphasized the need for public-private
Business GCC Kuwait

Brands For Less Group Expands in Kuwait

Kuwait, May 2023: The BFL Group is pleased to announce the launch of three new boutiques in Kuwait. The group recently launched their third Brands For Less store in Al Rai with their first-ever Muy Mucho and Luxury for Less spaces opening on May 18th. The BFL Group is one of the world’s leading off-price retailers […]
Business GCC Saudi Arabia

TickerChart partners with Riyad Capital to provide seamless brokerage access for investors

June 01, 2023- TickerChart, a leading market information platform for investors in the Middle East, has signed an agreement with Riyad Capital, a Saudi-based investment firm and the investment arm of Riyad Bank, to bolster trade capabilities and improve the overall trading experience for investors in the capital market of Saudi Arabia. This collaboration enables […]
Business GCC UAE

Child restraint systems: Lack of ownership, usage and knowledge remain a key issue of road safety in the UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — CYBEX, a leading German car seats and stroller brand and RoadSafetyUAE announce their partnership to address an important topic of road safety. The partners analysed the data of 3 research waves conducted before and after the introduction of the holistic seat belt law in 2017 and come forward with their […]