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New Survey from Canva, MMA Global Finds Senior Marketers See Creative Output as a Top Priority

News Desk 17/06/2024

Canva, the world’s only all-in-one visual communication platform, and MMA Global, the leading global trade association for marketers, today released joint research on the value of creative output, tech stack saturation and navigating talent wars. Canva and the MMA surveyed nearly 100 CMOs

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A Spectacle in NYC: Empire State Building Debuts 270-Foot Vhagar the Dragon Coiled Around the Building’s Mast

News Desk 17/06/2024

A 270-foot-long dragon has landed in the center of New York City – atop the iconic Empire State Building (ESB). In partnership with Max, ESB has acknowledged that Vhagar the Dragon has coiled herself around its mast just as ESB and Max cap off their weeklong “House of the Dragon” takeover. The best views of […]

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Wyatt wins in Sardinia to take lead in title race as Al Qemzi runs out of luck

News Desk 16/06/2024

Sharjah Team’s Rusty Wyatt scored a commanding victory in the Regione Sardegna Grand Prix of Italy today to take the lead in the F1H2O World Championship as Team Abu Dhabi suffered a double setback in Olbia. Wyatt secured his second Grand Prix win of the season in a race littered with early casualties, including Emirati […]

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DUBAI’S DAZZLING EID AL ADHA CELEBRATIONS START TODAY

News Desk 16/06/2024

Eid in Dubai, the eagerly awaited celebration organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), begins today to bring residents and tourists endless ways to create unforgettable memories together. From 16 – 23 June, Dubai comes alive with spectacular fireworks displays, breathtaking live entertainment, exclusive mall activities and offers, exciting

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Al Qemzi fights back as Wyatt gives Sharjah team pole position in Sardinia

News Desk 15/06/2024

Team Abu Dhabi’s Thani Al Qemzi delivered a reminder that he remains a threat in the 2024 UIM F1H2O World Championship today as Sharjah Team’s Rusty Wyatt secured pole position for the Regione Sardegna Grand Prix of Italy. Al Qemzi, who scored his last Grand Prix victory in Olbia two years ago, gave himself a […]

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Celebrate with LG this Eid Al Adha and Enjoy up to 40% Off Home Entertainment and Appliances

News Desk 14/06/2024

In celebration of Eid Al Adha, LG Electronics (LG) is delighted to announce exclusive promotions across a wide range of its top-of-the-line products. Running until mid-July, the discounts of up to 40% will help shoppers upgrade their homes with the latest in technology and innovation this festive season. For a breath of fresh air, save […]

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MultiBank Group Recognized as Top BaFin-Regulated Forex Broker

News Desk 14/06/2024

MultiBank Group is thrilled to announce its recognition as a top BaFin-regulated forex broker by FXEmpire, a leading financial markets authority. This prestigious accolade highlights MultiBank Group’s unwavering commitment to excellence, security, and innovation in the forex trading industry. About BaFin: Regulating German Financial Markets BaFin, Germany’s

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Argonne and a Moroccan University Sign Agreement to Advance Green Energy Tech and Computing

News Desk 14/06/2024

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory and University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on key areas of mutual interest related to green energy technology and the nexus of water and energy. In a ceremony held at UM6P’s campus in Benguerir, the MOU was signed by

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BeiGene and NewBridge Pharmaceuticals FZ LLC Mutually Agree to Conclude BRUKINSA® (Zanubrutinib) Partnership

News Desk 14/06/2024

BeiGene (NASDAQ: BGNE; HKEX: 06160; SSE: 688235), a global oncology company, and NewBridge Pharmaceuticals have jointly decided to conclude their partnership. This strategic decision aligns with BeiGene’s goals to expand its presence and directly manage operations in the MENA region. The collaboration between the two companies began in 2020 and included sales,

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SLB and Aker Carbon Capture Announce Closing of Carbon Capture Joint Venture

News Desk 14/06/2024

SLB (NYSE: SLB) and Aker Carbon Capture (ACC) announced today the closing of their previously announced joint venture. The new company combines technology portfolios, expertise and operations platforms to support accelerated carbon capture adoption for industrial decarbonization at scale. “There is no credible pathway toward net zero without deploying carbon capture

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SWIFT User Group underscores role of payment development initiatives in UAE’s position as financial and trade hub

News Desk 14/06/2024

The Steering Committee and National SWIFT User Group in the UAE held their regular meeting yesterday (June 13th) chaired by Mr. Jamal Saleh, Director General of UAE Banks Federation and Chairman of the SWIFT User Group steering Committee in the UAE. The meeting approved the minutes of the previous committee meeting and reviewed the progress […]

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Takeda Signs Option Agreement with Ascentage Pharma to Enter into Exclusive Global License for Olverembatinib

News Desk 14/06/2024

Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) today announced the signing of an option agreement with Ascentage Pharma to enter into an exclusive license agreement for olverembatinib, an oral, potentially best-in-class, third-generation BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI), which is currently in development for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and other hematological cancers. If exercised,

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vivo V30 Captures the Thrill of the 2024 European Cup™ Opening Ceremony as Official Smartphone

News Desk 14/06/2024

The UEFA EURO 2024™ opened on June 14, 2024, at the Munich Football Arena in Germany, amidst the anticipation of fans worldwide. vivo again returns to the international football arena as the official partner of this tournament following the 2022 FIFA World Cup. vivo aims to enhance the spectator experience at UEFA EURO 2024™ by […]

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DXB Live advocates sustainability in event management sector, adopts latest green solutions based on renowned international practices

News Desk 14/06/2024

DXB Live, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, announced the adoption of latest sustainable solutions to encourage sustainable operations in the event management sector. The agency’s active efforts to advance environmentally friendly industry practices align with renowned global standards that prioritise both socioeconomic

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Emirates Development Bank  and Commercial Bank of Dubai Forge Strategic Partnership to Facilitate International Trade

News Desk 14/06/2024

Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the key financial engine of UAE economic development and industrial advancement, and Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), one of the leading banks in the UAE, have formally announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing international trade services. This collaboration will combine EDB’s extensive client base and robust financial

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AWS Announces $230 Million Commitment for Generative AI Startups

News Desk 14/06/2024

Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), today announced a $230 million commitment for startups around the world to accelerate the creation of generative AI applications. This will provide startups, especially early-stage companies, with AWS credits, mentorship, and education to further their use of artificial intelligence (AI) and

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OTB GROUP AND CHALHOUB GROUP SIGN A JOINT VENTURE AGREEMENT TO EXPAND OTB LUXURY BRANDS’ PRESENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST

News Desk 14/06/2024

OTB, the international fashion and luxury group which owns the Diesel, Jil Sander, Maison Margiela, Marni and Viktor&Rolf brands, the Staff International and Brave Kid companies, and holds a stake in the Amiri brand, and Chalhoub Group, the leading partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East with a portfolio of ten owned […]

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939 Applications Received for the Fourth Edition of the Sheikh Sultan Award for Celebrating the Spirit of Youth

News Desk 14/06/2024

The Sheikh Sultan Award for Celebrating the Spirit of Youth has received a record-breaking 939 applications for its fourth edition in 2024, attracting passionate talented youth from across the UAE. The application period closed on May 1, moving into the evaluation phase based on the award’s criteria and conditions. The Sheikh Sultan Award for Celebrating […]

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Emirates NBD announces prestigious LEED certifications awarded across branches in the UAE and Saudi Arabia

News Desk 14/06/2024

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region has been awarded the prestigious leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED certification for twelve of its branches by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Seven of Emirates NBD’s branches in the UAE, located at Yas Mall, Al Reem […]

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Investment in AI to make a world of difference

News Desk 14/06/2024

Growing Middle East investment in artificial intelligence should be a catalyst for meaningful change in industries where technology can make a profound impact, a prominent UAE entrepreneur says. Abdumalik Mirakhmedov, Director and co-founder of UAE tech venture company, Scalo Technologies, calls on founders to see beyond mere profits, and use AI to make life easier […]