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Applications open in UAE for Visa Everywhere Initiative

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Applications are now open in UAE for the Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) edition of the 2024 Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI), a global open innovation program and competition that sees fintech startups pitch their solutions to solve tomorrow’s payment and commerce

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Genetec Highlights Top Data Privacy Practices for Physical Security Leaders

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared a comprehensive set of data protection best practices to help physical security leaders protect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust without compromising security. This initiative comes as a response to the escalating

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Logicom Announces Strengthened Partnership with Oracle through the Oracle Cloud Distribution Program

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Logicom, a leading distributor of ICT products, solutions, and services, and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), announced that it is one of the first Cloud Distributors to join Oracle’s Cloud Distribution Program. Logicom, with the support of Oracle, will focus on growing cloud consumption in the EMEA region through its partner ecosystem. The Cloud […]

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HBMSU promotes social responsibility and learners’ experience through a series of interactive activities

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) recently organised a series of interactive activities to promote social responsibility and engagement among learners. As part of HBMSU’s commitment to social responsibility and community building, a visit was organised to the Khottar Al Dar nursing home in Sharjah, enabling learners to interact and exchange ideas with the

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Yahsat appoints Amit Somani as Chief Growth and Strategy Officer

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (ADX: YAHSAT), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Amit Somani as Chief Growth and Strategy Officer. Mr. Somani, a veteran of the satellite communications industry, rejoins Yahsat with over 27 years of experience in satellite communications and management consulting. He already has

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Azizi Developments’ Creek Views II reaches 99% construction completion milestone

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, announced the 99% construction completion of Creek Views II, the developer’s AED 350 million luxury development on the shores of the iconic Dubai Creek in Dubai Healthcare City scheduled for handover in Q1 2024. Creek Views II’s unique design represents Dubai’s journey from its traditional past […]

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TCCA announces agenda highlights ahead of Critical Communications World 2024 in Dubai

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

The Critical Communications Association (TCCA) today announced exciting new details surrounding Critical Communications World (CCW), the critical communication sector’s leading global conference and exhibition, which returns from 14-16 May at Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE.  Serving the sector for over 20 years, CCW is back to unite mission-critical and

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Philip Morris International: Smoke-free products reached nearly 40% of total PMI net revenues

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Philip Morris International, the world’s leading tobacco company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol (NYSE: PM), announced its quarterly net revenues for the fourth quarter of 2023, where net revenues from heated tobacco products “IQOS” exceeded Marlboro cigarettes, making it the number one nicotine product in the world on this

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Yango ride-hailing service introduces innovative mode, alerting Muslim drivers to prayer times

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

International ride-hailing service Yango, part of global technology company Yango, has rolled out a new feature within its driver app designed to help drivers adhere to their prayer schedules throughout the year, while also distributing Iftar boxes to them to break their fast-during Ramadan. The feature is now available to all partners’ drivers in the […]

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GRAB YOUR GAMEEXPO TICKETS NOW AND LEVEL UP AT THE BIGGEST CELEBRATION OF GAMING IN THE MIDDLE EAST

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Gaming fans will not want to miss the chance to experience GameExpo, the electrifying immersive event happening on 3 – 5 May as part of the citywide Dubai Esports and Gaming Festival (DEF), organised by Dubai Festivals & Retail Establishment (DFRE). A thrilling celebration of gaming culture, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), Zabeel Halls 5 […]

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Kia honored with dual accolades at 2024 Newsweek World’s Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Kia is celebrating victory in two key categories at this year’s Newsweek World’s Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards, with the all-electric EV9 winning ‘Research and Development Disruptor of the Year’ and its Head of Kia Global Design, Executive Vice President Karim Habib, named ‘Design Disruptor of the Year’. These latest accolades follow on from previous Hyundai […]

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RIBAMBELLE A Family Paradise Set to Open in the Heart of Bluewater’s Island

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Once upon a time, in the heart of Bluewater’s Island, a magical realm known as RIBAMBELLE awaited its grand opening this April. Bringing a novel concept to the UAE, the charming wonderland is a delightful blend of exquisite dining and family entertainment, set to cast a spell on those looking for a magical experience. Nestled […]

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Al Masaood Auto Leasing Announces Attractive Ramadan Leasing Deals

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

In the spirit of Ramadan, Al Masaood Auto Leasing has announced a unique opportunity for both retail and corporate customers to drive their dream car with ease and convenience. Featuring a diverse fleet of Nissan, INFINITI, and Renault vehicles, Auto Leasing is offering personalised leasing solutions starting from AED 2,099 per month, tailor-made to appeal […]

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Family Development Foundation organises Ramadan activities

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

The Family Development Foundation (FDF) organised a series of Ramadan activities as part of its efforts to foster social skills and positive communication within family and community members, as well as enriching the holy month of Ramadan with spiritual and educational experiences. The key goals of these activities were to raise the faith of individuals […]

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RAKBANK SME Confidence Index Launched in Collaboration with RFI Global

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

RAKBANK today launched its inaugural SME Confidence Index report in collaboration with independent research company RFI Global. Among the headline findings of the report is that the Small & Medium Enterprise (SME) sector in the United Arab Emirates has successfully moved from a stage of resilience to prosperity after the Covid-19 pandemic, with two in […]

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GO FACE-TO-FACE WITH BABY CROCS AND MORE AT TOUGH MUDDER’S SEASON-ENDING UAE SHOWDOWN

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Tough Mudder, the world-famous obstacle course racing challenge, hosts its season-finale in Ras Al Khaimah later this month, where participants will face the frightening prospect of navigating obstacles which include live animals such as baby crocodiles, piranhas and electric eels. Having already staged four events in KSA this year, including the inaugural Tough Mudder

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SALAMA reports audited FY 2023 results

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Islamic Arab Insurance Company, listed as “SALAMA” on DFM, has received board approval for its audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023. The company reported Takaful revenue of AED 1.111 billion in 2023, an increase of 20% from the year ended December 31, 2022. SALAMA posted a net loss of AED 139.327 […]

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Rotana announces soft opening of Riviera Rayhaan by Rotana

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with over 100 properties in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye (MENAT), announces today the soft opening of Riviera Rayhaan by Rotana, Doha, in Qatar. In line with Rotana’s expansion goal of 30 planned openings by 2026, the new property introduces Rotana’s […]

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Golden Debut: UAE’s Fifth-Gen Jeweller Unveils Dubai’s First 24 Karat Gold Note

PR News Desk 01/04/2024

Dian Jewellery, teaming up with Finmet DMCC and Valaurum, is excited to unveil Dubai’s very first 24K gold note souvenir, paying homage to the beloved tradition of gold in Emirati culture. Each note has 0.1 grams of 24 karat gold inside it and showcases the captivating beauty of Dubai’s skyline and landmarks, distinguished by a […]

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Azizi Developments sponsors 28th Dubai World Cup for 7th consecutive year

PR News Desk 31/03/2024

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has once again sponsored the Dubai World Cup, now for the 7th consecutive year. It’s race, the $1.5 million 1,200-meter G1 Al Quoz Sprint, has been sponsored by the developer since 2007. In 2023, the Al Quoz Sprint was won by the Musabbeh Al Mheiri-trained Danyah. […]