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GameCentric & MOONTON Partner Up for Middle East MLBB Tournaments 

News Desk 02/05/2024

In a move set to impact the gaming landscape in the Middle East, leading gaming platform GameCentric has unveiled a strategic collaboration with MOONTON Games, the publisher of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB). Marking the first of several planned global publisher partnerships, GameCentric is

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Bank of Sharjah makes strong rebound in Q1 2024 with a net profit of AED 80 million

News Desk 02/05/2024

Bank of Sharjah has reported a strong start to 2024, with first-quarter results showcasing a significant increase in net profit to AED 80 million. The Bank’s robust metrics are the result of strict adherence to a focused approach to funding, lending, and operational effectiveness. In this regard, the Bank has demonstrated comfortable liquidity, with a […]

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Failed international assignments can cost organisations up to USD 1.25 million

News Desk 02/05/2024

International SOS, the world’s leading health and security services company, has released findings and invaluable insights into the financial impact that failed business trips and international assignments can have on organisations, emphasising the need for effective strategies and best practices. The findings, backed by the company’s Return on Investment report

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Freshworks Announces CEO Transition

News Desk 02/05/2024

Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ: FRSH) today announced the appointment of Dennis Woodside as Freshworks’ Chief Executive Officer & President, effective later today. Woodside, currently Freshworks’ President, will succeed Girish Mathrubootham, the company’s Founder, as CEO.  Mathrubootham will transition to a new role of Executive Chairman. Mathrubootham will remain the

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NVIDIA Shines New Light On Gaming Favorites With RTX

News Desk 02/05/2024

This week focuses on making games better than ever thanks to the power of NVIDIA DLSS, NVIDIA Reflex and advanced ray-traced effects. Whether through the power of new updates to NVIDIA RTX Remix or giving games such as EVERSPACE 2 a bigger boost from DLSS 3, here are the latest developments. NVIDIA RTX Remix Open […]

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Unlocking Maritime Futures

News Desk 02/05/2024

In a transformative push for global maritime logistics, the International Port & Marine Development Conference, set for May 6-7, 2024, at the Jeddah Hilton Hotel, emerges as a pivotal arena for ground-breaking discussions. This year, the spotlight is on Saudi Arabia’s rapid ascension in global maritime rankings, reflecting its enhanced capabilities and extended global

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GapMaps makes premium datasets available to customers in AWS Data Exchange

News Desk 02/05/2024

Global location intelligence specialists, GapMaps, has launched its premium point of interest (POI) and demographics datasets on Amazon Web Services (AWS) Data Exchange to help AWS customers securely find, subscribe to and use third-party data in the cloud.  This means AWS customers can discover and license GapMaps data products via AWS Data Exchange, providing a

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ADNOC, G42 and Presight Partner to Accelerate AI Solutions for the Energy Sector

News Desk 02/05/2024

ADNOC, G42 and Presight AI Holding PLC (‘Presight’), an ADX publicly listed company, today announced a new shareholding structure for AIQ. Under the agreement, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data Analytics leader Presight will acquire a 51% stake in AIQ with ADNOC retaining a 49% shareholding (previously G42 40%, ADNOC 60%). AIQ will continue as […]

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True Establishes Talent Advisory Practice and Strategic Alliance with Hogan Assessments

News Desk 02/05/2024

True, the only tech and data-first global talent platform, announced today the launch of the Talent Advisory practice and a strategic alliance with Hogan Assessments, the premium tool for workplace personality assessment and leadership development. True Search’s Talent Advisory practice provides companies with a unique executive talent advantage by leveraging insights

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Rocket Software Closes $2.275B Acquisition of OpenText’s Application Modernization

News Desk 02/05/2024

Rocket Software, Inc. (“Rocket Software”), a global technology leader in modernization software, has expanded upon its position as a partner of choice empowering the world’s leading businesses on their modernization journeys. Closing the acquisition of the Application Modernization and Connectivity (AMC) business of OpenText, formerly part of Micro Focus,

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LG’s innovative Washtower™ laundry solution steals the show at Abu Dhabi showcase event

News Desk 02/05/2024

LG Electronics (LG) delivered on its promise to bring even more innovative features that prioritize user experience, convenience, efficiency, and sustainability to the region, as it previewed the LG WashTower™ in front of more than 500 guests at its two-day Middle East and Africa showcase event in Abu Dhabi. Featuring a dedicated roundtable session at […]

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Veracode Elevates Developer-Powered Application Risk Management

News Desk 02/05/2024

Veracode, a global leader in application risk management, today announced platform innovations that set a new standard for developer-powered application security. New repo risk visibility and analysis from Longbow Security, powered by Veracode, speeds up remediation of application risk from code repositories to runtime images. The solution launches alongside Veracode Fix

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Planview Accelerates Transformation Impact with Next Generation Connectivity

News Desk 02/05/2024

Planview, the leading end-to-end platform for Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) and Digital Product Development (DPD), today announced a series of platform innovations designed to accelerate the speed and impact of transformation by connecting project and product initiative data across the enterprise. These innovations enable bi-directional visibility and governance to

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Saud bin Saqr Scholarship Program Celebrates First Cohort of Graduates in Broadcast Journalism & TV Production

News Desk 01/05/2024

The inaugural Saud bin Saqr Scholarship Program celebrated its first graduation ceremony today at the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), honoring a dynamic cohort of 14 students who successfully completed the five-week broadcasting course. Led by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler […]

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Yango showcases latest innovations to transform urban transport at Mobility Live ME

News Desk 01/05/2024

Yango, an international tech company, made a significant impact as the Silver Sponsor at Mobility Live ME, the region’s most crucial event focusing on disruptive technology in mobility. Being committed to leveraging the power of technology to improve its users’ lives, Yango showcased its latest products and innovations and presented insights tailored to the MENA […]

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3DXB Group Commends Insights and Innovation from Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

News Desk 01/05/2024

3DXB Group, a leading construction company at the forefront of sustainable building solutions, commends the invaluable insights and innovative ideas shared during the recent Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week stands as a source of inspiration, bringing together visionaries, problem solvers, and industry leaders to explore groundbreaking solutions

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Dubai Municipality launches ‘Run Your Project’ awareness series

News Desk 01/05/2024

Dubai Municipality launched the inaugural session of its pioneering awareness series themed, ‘Run Your Project’, designed to empower citizens with residential plots and those embarking on home construction journeys. This initiative underscores Dubai Municipality’s commitment to facilitating and streamlining the housing construction process while prioritizing customer

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Addleshaw Goddard Appoints Finance Head to Lead Middle East Region

News Desk 01/05/2024

Addleshaw Goddard has announced a new leadership role for Robin Hickman who has been appointed Head of Middle East. Robin succeeds Andrew Johnston who was elected Addleshaw Goddard Managing Partner for a term of four years, with effect from 1 May 2024. Robin has built a strong debt restructuring practice in the Middle East over […]

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Panasonic Launches SMARTCARE World

News Desk 01/05/2024

Panasonic Marketing Middle East and Africa (PMMAF) has begun its robust business year with the 2024 Panasonic Customer Service Strategy Conference, a pivotal annual event held in Dubai, aimed at reinforcing its dedication to enhancing customer experience. Alongside the conference, the Japanese manufacturer also staged the 13th Regional Technical Olympics, a repair skills

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UAE participates in third Arab Economy and Cooperation Forum

News Desk 01/05/2024

The UAE delegation participated in the third session of Arab Economy and Cooperation Forum with Central Asian States and the Republic of Azerbaijan, held in Doha recently under the theme ‘Prospects for mutual cooperation amidst challenges and aspirations.’ The country’s delegation was represented at the forum by H.E. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy […]