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Snapchat Introduces new friends-only sharing experience for Snapchatters under 16

News Desk 09/07/2026

Snapchat is rolling out a new content-sharing experience for Snapchatters aged 13–15, giving younger teens a dedicated profile where they can create, save and showcase Stories and Spotlight videos visible only to their mutually accepted friends. As part of the update, Snapchatters under 16 will

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OMODA & JAECOO Confirms UAE Debut of SIVP Technology Following Dubai Road Sightings

News Desk 09/07/2026

As OMODA & JAECOO vehicles continue attracting attention across Dubai, the company has officially confirmed that they are showcasing its upcoming Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP) technology, an advanced assisted driving feature scheduled to debut in the UAE soon. Following weeks of speculation generated by viral social media videos showing the OMODA & JAECOO

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FESPA Middle East announces new April 2027 dates at the Dubai World Trade Centre

News Desk 09/07/2026

FESPA Middle East has announced that its 2027 edition will take place from 27–29 April 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a significant new chapter for the region’s leading exhibition dedicated to speciality print, signage, visual communication and textile decoration. The announcement follows extensive consultation with industry stakeholders across the

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Quarter-finals Set for Blockbuster Battle as Morocco Makes History

News Desk 09/07/2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ reaches the quarter-finals this week following another dramatic round of knockout football, with Morocco continuing their historic run as the tournament’s last remaining Arab nation. The Atlas Lions produced one of the tournament’s finest performances to defeat hosts Canada 3-0 and book a meeting with France, becoming the first Arab

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Dubai Chambers signs MoU with Wio Bank to provide alternative banking services for SMEs

News Desk 09/07/2026

Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wio Bank to provide alternative banking services for members. The collaboration will provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with streamlined access to business account opening and financing solutions designed to support their growth and operational efficiency.   Through this collaboration,

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SANS Institute Strengthens Cyber Readiness with Falcon 180 Mission

News Desk 09/07/2026

SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today launches the Falcon 180 Mission, a new, exclusive regional initiative designed to strengthen cyber readiness for security professionals in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Türkiye, and Africa. This mission brings 180 days of SANS OnDemand access, GIAC certification, and flexible participation in

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Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media Launches Artisans Majlis to Support Emirati Heritage and Strengthen the Creative Economy

News Desk 09/07/2026

The Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media has launched the Artisans Majlis in the Emirate of Ajman, a pioneering initiative aimed at preserving traditional Emirati crafts and ensuring their long-term sustainability as an integral part of the UAE’s national identity and cultural heritage. The initiative provides a dedicated platform to empower artisans, support the

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Formative to expand Abu Dhabi footprint with new FitnGlam Masdar superclub

News Desk 09/07/2026

FitnGlam, part of Formative, the UAE’s largest fitness collective, is preparing to open its third location at My City Center Masdar in Abu Dhabi. Scheduled to open in Q4 2026, the 22,000 square foot facility will become FitnGlam’s seventh location across the UAE, further expanding the country’s leading luxury women-only brand’s presence in one of […]

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OMODA & JAECOO Records 178% Global Sales Growth in June, Surpassing 75,000 Vehicles Again

News Desk 09/07/2026

OMODA & JAECOO continues strengthening its position as one of the world’s fastest-growing intelligent mobility brands after recording another month of exceptional global sales growth while accelerating the rollout of advanced intelligent driving technologies destined for the UAE. The company delivered 75,102 vehicles globally in June 2026, representing a 178%

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Group-IB launches Purple Teaming service to close the gap between security investment and operational readiness

News Desk 09/07/2026

Group-IB, a leading creator of predictive cybersecurity technologies to investigate, prevent, and fight digital crime, today announced the launch of its Purple Teaming service, a collaborative security validation offering that brings offensive and defensive specialists together in real time to test whether an organisation’s defences, people, and processes can

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AI-Powered Arabic-friendly Mandarin Learning Platform Developed by 2 AURAK Students Makes Global Waves

News Desk 09/07/2026

An AI-powered Mandarin-learning platform built specifically for Arabic speakers is making global headlines. Developed by two students from the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), the app named LingHua won Second Prize at the Global Final of the Huawei ICT Competition 2025-26, held in Shenzhen, China, competing against the world’s most brilliant student

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Dubai’s Beat The Heat returns for its fifth season with an all-star music line-up

News Desk 09/07/2026

The countdown is almost over as Beat The Heat is set to return this week with an even bigger line-up of live concerts across Dubai. Established as one of the most popular events of Dubai Summer Surprises, this year will see the event’s fifth season and to celebrate the occasion, a number of prominent and […]

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Rocambolesco to Bring Playful Italian Flair to Uptown Dubai

News Desk 09/07/2026

A new chapter of Italian-inspired dining is set to unfold at Uptown Dubai with the upcoming launch of Rocambolesco. Operated by Eclectic Hospitality and scheduled to open in September 2026, the concept is rooted in the Italian philosophy of La Convivialità – the art of shared dining and connection.   Blending Italian flair with warm, expressive hospitality,

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Mayo Clinic study shows AI can reveal brain tumor risks without costly genetic testing

News Desk 09/07/2026

Mayo Clinic researchers and collaborators have shown that an artificial intelligence (AI) tool can analyze routine pathology slides to help clinicians classify meningiomas, the most common primary brain tumor in adults, and better understand a patient’s risk of tumor recurrence.   The study, published in The Lancet Digital Health, demonstrates that deep learning

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etoro launches new app: AI-first, smart, and social

News Desk 08/07/2026

etoro, the trading and investing platform, today unveiled a new mobile app at its ‘Intelligence in Motion’ event in London. etoro is moving beyond the app itself, to be wherever investors are. The company shared updates including agentic trading and sub-accounts, a new desktop platform for active traders, a growing app store, and new tools […]

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Oil jumps as fragile Iran ceasefire unravels – Saxo Bank

News Desk 08/07/2026

Brent crude has jumped more than 9% since Monday, rising back towards USD 79 per barrel as renewed US-Iran tensions revive supply concerns and force a rethink among hedge funds that had recently cut bullish exposure to near-historic lows. The latest rally followed US strikes on targets in Iran and Washington’s decision to revoke a […]

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From Tokens to Trust: AI’s $2.5 Trillion Reckoning

News Desk 08/07/2026

The era of speed and access is ending. What replaces it will define enterprise winners and losers. By Abhas Ricky, Chief Strategy Officer, Cloudera For two years, enterprise AI strategy ran on a single instinct: to get to the frontier fastest. The default path was a public cloud account, an API key from OpenAI or […]

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UK Exporters Information Service Expands Free Supplier Sourcing Support for Middle East Buyers

News Desk 08/07/2026

Companies across the Middle East offered free direct access to more than one million British companies through specialist UK sourcing service.   As demand for high-quality British products, engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities continues to grow across the Middle East, ExportUK Information Service is strengthening its support for organisations

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Sharjah Maritime Academy and Seamaster Maritime Group Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Maritime Training and Talent Development

News Desk 08/07/2026

Sharjah Maritime Academy (SMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Seamaster Maritime Group in a strategic step aimed at strengthening cooperation in maritime education and training, developing national talent, and expanding practical learning opportunities for students to better align academic outcomes with the evolving needs of the maritime industry. The

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The Leela Ranked the World’s #2 Best Hotel Brand in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026 Survey

News Desk 08/07/2026

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has been ranked the #2 Best Hotel Brand in the World in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026 Survey, one of the travel industry’s most prestigious global rankings. Voted by the discerning Travel + Leisure readers from around the world, the recognition places The Leela among the […]