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News Desk 10/05/2023

Dubai, May 10, 2023 Integrate Middle East, a significant new learning and networking event for the entire AV integration value chain, is all set to commence next week, offering a unique opportunity for the global professional AV & Media Technology community to congregate and share the

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The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government enables managers

News Desk 10/05/2023

United Arab Emirates-Dubai, 10 May 2023: The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), the first research and education institution specialising in public policy in the Arab world, will hold The Executive Leadership Camp in two sessions, the first from May 17 to 19, and the second from May 24 to 26. This camp aims […]

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DIFC-based TWIG Launches Region’s First Automated Savings Platform

News Desk 10/05/2023

Dubai, UAE;10 May 2023: TWIG Solutions Ltd (“TWIG”), a financial technology start-up based out of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has received an Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator of

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Elaf Group participates in Future Hospitality Investment Summit – Saudi Arabia 2023

News Desk 10/05/2023

May 10, 2023- Elaf Group participated in the ‘Future Hospitality Investment Summit – Saudi Arabia 2023’, which was held from May 7 to 9, 2023, in the capital city of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh. This year’s summit assembled a huge number of leaders and officials from countries across the globe as well as […]

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Middle East Organizations Embrace Public Cloud as 71% Use Public Cloud and 86% Plan to Move More Data to the Cloud

News Desk 10/05/2023

Cloudera survey reveals Middle East’s progress towards data optimisation and cloud adoption Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 10th May 2023: A new EMEA survey report byCloudera, the hybrid data cloud company, revealed that organisations in the Middle East embrace the public cloud as 71% already use the public cloud and 86% plan to move more […]

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Sustainable and Responsible Tourism could be profitable

News Desk 10/05/2023

Date: Dubai, UAE; May 10, 2023 Environment-friendly and sustainable tourism could be profitable for businesses while reducing carbon emission, experts at multiple seminars said recently. Travel and tour operators could benefit more by investing in technologies to make tourism more sustainable industry that could help the world achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable

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Emirates NBD reinforces ESG commitment with new sustainability milestones

News Desk 10/05/2023

Dubai, UAE, 10 May 2023: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region, is taking its commitment to sustainability to new heights. The bank has announced that four of its branches in the UAE and KSA have achieved LEED Platinum and LEED Gold certifications. The Emirates NBD […]

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Beachside Bliss: Made By Pete and Zoe Kypri Take Center Stage

News Desk 10/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 2023 – Get ready for an unforgettable night of beachside revelry as Playa Dubai, announces a spectacular event featuring renowned artist Made By Pete and the entrancing vocals of Zoe Kypri happening on Sunday, May 14, 2023. From 6 pm, guests are invited to dive into a night they won’t […]

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UAE and Thailand Agree to Launch CEPA Negotiations

News Desk 10/05/2023

Dubai, UAE – May 10, 2023: His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and His Excellency Jurin Laksanawisit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce of Thailand, have signed a joint statement agreeing to launch negotiations to establish a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two […]

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Stellantis Middle East and Africa

News Desk 10/05/2023

Stellantis Middle East and Africa (MEA) commented on its key Full Year 2022 results and showed its progress in implementing the Company’s Dare Forward 2030 ambitious strategic plan for the coming decade, a plan that will drive the Company to leadership in market share, customer experience and energy transition. In September 2022, Stellantis MEA announced […]

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KUWAIT PLEDGES US$ 16 MILLION TO WFP TO PROVIDE LIFE-SAVING ASSISTANCE TO THE MOST VULNERABLE IN SYRIA AND TÜRKIYE

News Desk 09/05/2023

KUWAIT – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomed a recent contribution of US$16 million from the Government of Kuwait to support people in Syria and Türkiye who have been worst affected by the February earthquake in the region. In Türkiye, WFP will use the funds to provide food assistance for around 150,000 crisis-affected […]

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Repton Family of Schools in the UAE launch inaugural Repton Olympics for students

News Desk 09/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, May 2023: The Repton Family of Schools in the UAE, part of Excella, a leading operator of high-performing K-12 schools, announced the inaugural Repton Olympics, to provide students with a variety of sporting opportunities in a safe and competitive environment. 120 students from Year 7 and Year 8 across Repton Dubai, Repton Al […]

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Hitachi Energy showcases commitment to sustainability and digitalization at World Utilities Congress 2023

News Desk 09/05/2023

DUBAI – May 09, 2023: Hitachi Energy, a global technology leader advancing a sustainable future for all, wrapped up its successful participation at World Utilities Congress 2023, showcasing its solutions for sustainability and digitization to advance a sustainable energy future for all. The event, hosted by TAQA (The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company), at the […]

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Consumer report unveils leading causes of Life and critical illness claims in the Middle East

News Desk 09/05/2023

In the last three years, Zurich has paid over US$160 million in life and critical illness claims, the highest pay-out since 2016 Dubai, UAE – May 9, 2023: The impact of critical illnesses continues to be felt in the Middle East, as heart attack, stroke, and cancer continue to be the most common reasons for […]

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HBMSU and GCAA discuss developing and expanding bilateral partnership

News Desk 09/05/2023

Dubai, May 09, 2023 – His Excellency Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), welcomed a delegation from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) led by His Excellency Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the GCAA, during a visit to the HBMSU’s headquarters. Both parties explored avenues for the […]

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The New Frontier of Car Subscriptions: Welcome to SUBSCRIBE ME

News Desk 09/05/2023

Dubai, 09 May 2023: SUBSCRIBE ME, a groundbreaking car subscription platform transforming the industry, launched on the 2nd of May at the Arabian Travel Market 2023 in the presence of Michel Ayat, chief executive officer of AW Rostamani Group – Automotive; Sanaa Ouahmane, director of AWR Mobility; dignitaries; SUBSCRIBE ME team members; and visitors. Offering […]

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Web3 launchpad Enjinstarter MENA granted Initial Approval by the Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority

News Desk 09/05/2023

MAY 9TH, 2023, DUBAI—Web3 launchpad and advisory company Enjinstarter MENA announced today that it has been granted initial approval by Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), while it undertakes the in-depth process of applying for a licence, in accordance with VARA requirements. With the Middle East and North Africa considered to be a booming Web3 […]

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Annual Investment Meeting signs a memorandum of understanding with Hub71

News Desk 09/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 9 May 2023: The Annual Investment Meeting (AIM Global 2023) signed a memorandum of understanding with Hub71, an Abu Dhabi-based global tech ecosystem, to collaborate and develop innovative strategies for the benefit of both parties. The scope of the partnership agreement is expected to yield significant benefits to Hub71 as […]

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MITCH EVANS AND JAGUAR TCS RACING TAKE RUNNER-UP PODIUM IN MAJESTIC MONACO

News Desk 09/05/2023

09 May 2023, United Arab Emirates, Dubai – Mitch Evans took his third podium of the season, with a runner-up finish on the iconic streets of Monaco. The Kiwi started in sixth position after making it through to the qualifying Duels but was narrowly beaten by the Nissan of Norman Nato in the quarter-finals. In […]

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Mensha Ventures signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with its strategic partners from China to to bolster the UAE’s sustainable capabilities

News Desk 09/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 9 May 2023:  Mensha Ventures, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with its strategic partners from China, including the Asia Development & Investment Bank, Hoover Investment Group and Shenzhen Sinomaster Investment Group (SMT), to jointly invest $1 billion in green energy infrastructure projects in the region. The MoU was signed on the […]