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UBF’s Technical and advisory committees… key pillar in advancing financial and banking industry

News Desk 16/12/2025

UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, has emphasised that its technical and advisory committees constitute a fundamental pillar in the development of the financial and banking industry, and continue to play a vital role in supporting economic

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Empire Developments Breaks Ground on Empire Lake Views, a Landmark 31-Floor Residential Tower in Liwan

News Desk 16/12/2025

Empire Developments has officially broken ground on Empire Lake Views, the company’s sixth major residential project in Dubai, launched at a time when the emirate’s real estate market continues to set new performance milestones. Dubai recorded Dh431 billion worth of real-estate transactions in just the first half of 2025, while 2024 closed at Dh761 billion […]

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Toyota Brings the Motorsports-Inspired GR Yaris to the Middle East with New Aero Performance Package

News Desk 16/12/2025

Toyota proudly announces the arrival of the GR Yaris to the Middle East for the first time. Born from the challenges and triumphs of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), Super Taikyu Series and Japanese Rally Championship, this model introduces the new Aero Performance Package, developed to elevate aerodynamic efficiency, cooling performance, and driving stability. […]

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Moro Hub and Enviroserve Partner to Deliver Region’s First End-to-End Secure and Sustainable IT Lifecycle Solution

News Desk 16/12/2025

Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Enviroserve, a global leader in sustainable e-waste and IT asset management. to facilitate the region’s first secure and circular end-to-end IT lifecycle solution. The partnership enables a new model where […]

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stc Group signs five-year Master Frame Agreement with Ericsson to advance Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure

News Desk 16/12/2025

stc Group, a leading digital enabler in Saudi Arabia, has signed a new five-year Master Frame Agreement (MFA) with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to accelerate the delivery of advanced digital infrastructure and boost technology adoption across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Through the agreement stc Group will tap Ericsson’s latest portfolio offerings including: 5G hardware and

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Mira Developments hosts Mira Run 2025 at Dubai Design District

News Desk 16/12/2025

Mira Developments successfully hosted its flagship community event, Mira Run, at Dubai Design District, bringing 500 participants for a morning run shaped around personal goals rather than competition. Now in its second edition, Mira Run has grown into an event defined more by intention than by speed or rankings. Runners of different ages, backgrounds, and […]

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Alpago Group Introduces Curve DiLusso, an Ultra-Luxury Beachfront Residence on Palm Jumeirah

News Desk 16/12/2025

Alpago Design & Build, part of Alpago Group, and market leader in the ultra-high-end luxury sector, is proud to unveil its latest beachfront villa – Curve DiLusso, showcasing the epitome of ultra-luxury living on the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. The opulent villa underscores Alpago Group’s commitment to delivering exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty in one of Dubai’s

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Core42 Establishes European Headquarters in Dublin to Support Growing Demand for AI Infrastructure

News Desk 16/12/2025

Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, today announced the establishment of its European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. The news was shared at Investopia, the UAE’s global investment platform, which is hosting its global dialogue series in Dublin this week. The new headquarters strengthens Core42’s ability to serve European

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CELEBRATE ABOVE THE CITY: SKY VIEWS OBSERVATORY LAUNCHES EXCLUSIVE NEW YEAR’S EVE PACKAGES WITH FRONT-ROW VIEWS OF ICONIC BURJ KHALIFA SHOW

News Desk 16/12/2025

Sky Views Observatory presents one of the most exclusive New Year’s Eve experiences in Dubai, inviting guests to ring in 2026 from their very own premium, sky-high vantage point with unrestricted views of the Burj Khalifa show, featuring fireworks and cutting-edge technology. Running from 8:00 PM to past midnight on 31 December 2025, guests can […]

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Edarat Group and Dell Technologies Sign MoU to Expand Multicloud, Cyber Resilience and Edge Capabilities Across Saudi Arabia

News Desk 16/12/2025

Dell Technologies and Edarat Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance multicloud, cyber resilience and edge capabilities across Saudi Arabia.   The agreement, signed during the annual Dell Technologies Forum in Riyadh, between Mohammed Talaat, VP, SENAL at Dell Technologies and Jihad Nehme, Chief Business Development Officer at Edarat Group,

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Riyadh Music Week Concludes 10 Days of Citywide Creativity, Learning, and Global Industry Collaboration

News Desk 16/12/2025

Riyadh Music Week (RMW) has concluded a 10-day programme that brought together artists, educators, executives, creators, and communities from Saudi Arabia and around the world. Through its integrated schedule of professional gatherings, cultural exchanges, community events, and public performances, the week reflected the continued expansion and strengthening of Saudi

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RAKEZ Growth Series 2025 finale celebrates collaboration, partnerships, and business expansion

News Desk 16/12/2025

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) concluded Growth Series 2025 – a platform that connects leading business experts and its business community to share practical insights, connect with peers, and spark growth – with an engaging finale at Compass Coworking Centre. The event brought together entrepreneurs, SME owners, and business leaders for an evening dedicated […]

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Daikin Reinforces its Commitment to Syria’s Reconstruction Efforts at Buildex 2025

News Desk 16/12/2025

Daikin Middle East & Africa, a global leader in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration (HVAC-R) solutions, announced its attendance at the International Construction Exhibition, “Buildex 2025”. Held at the Damascus International Fairground, Daikin’s participation reaffirms its long-standing commitment, and continued presence in Syria, during the

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Firas Al Msaddi says two-tier system to emerge by 2028 as Grade A properties reshape sector

News Desk 16/12/2025

Dubai’s flourishing commercial real estate sector is heading for a major reset which will see a two-tier office market emerge by 2028, with older buildings facing pressure as new Grade A properties command premium pricing.   While commercial real estate has seen significant growth this year, climbing 77.9% in terms of sales value and 35.1% […]

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UAE TEACHER HALA SHAHIN NAMED IN THE TOP 50 SHORTLIST FOR $1 MILLION GEMS EDUCATION GLOBAL TEACHER PRIZE 2026

News Desk 16/12/2025

Hala Abdelmoemn Mohamed Kotb Shahin, a mathematics teacher at Khawla Bint Tha’albaa School in Sharjah, UAE, has been named in the top 50 shortlist for the GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize 2026, a Varkey Foundation initiative organised in collaboration with UNESCO.   Hala, shortlisted for the GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize, was selected from over […]

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Intersec 2026 reinforces UAE’s leadership in global fire protection and emergency response

News Desk 16/12/2025

As fire safety challenges continue to evolve worldwide, the UAE remains at the forefront through innovation, investment, and international collaboration. Both the public and private sectors are increasingly focused on strengthening resilience, improving emergency response, and incorporating smarter technologies into fire protection strategies.   In response to these

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UAE Youth Strengthen Future Skills as Takween Al Ghurair Enters Its Third Year

News Desk 16/12/2025

Goumbook announced today the continuation of its collaboration with the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation (AGF) as implementation partner for the Sustainability Track within Takween Al Ghurair, AGF’s national youth enrichment programme entering its third year.   Designed and led by AGF, Takween Al Ghurair provides after-school and extracurricular learning opportunities

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Sophos XDR delivers 100% detection coverage in the latest MITRE ATT&CK Evaluation

News Desk 16/12/2025

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced its best-ever results in the MITRE ATT&CK® Enterprise 2025 Evaluation. Sophos XDR detected 100% of adversary behaviors (sub-steps)1 across two complex attack scenarios: Scattered Spider, which Sophos X-Ops tracks as GOLD HARVEST, a financially motivated cybercriminal

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OAnjo Rings in 2026 with a Dazzling New Year’s Eve Celebration

News Desk 16/12/2025

Step into 2026 with sparkle and style at OAnjo as it hosts an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration on level 24. Guests are invited to toast the year ahead with an al fresco dining experience paired with fantastic views of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks, including Jumeirah Beach and the Burj Khalifa, all illuminated by the […]

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J.P. Morgan Private Bank Launches Automobile Collection Financing

News Desk 16/12/2025

J.P. Morgan Private Bank today launched a new lending solution, enabling collectors to borrow against their collections of classic, rare, or custom-designed automobiles which are held in select jurisdictions in Europe.   “At J.P. Morgan Private Bank, we understand that collecting automobiles is driven by both passion and investment,” says Steven Hawkins, Head of