Real Estate UAE

Dubai’s RTA In Pact To Propel Public Infrastructure Investment

News Desk 23/05/2024

Involving Digital Assets The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SmartCrowd to boost investment opportunities in public infrastructure in Dubai emirate under the purview of the Authority. The new partnership is a significant step in

Oman Travel

UN Tourism’s Middle East Members Target Innovation

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2024

50th Meeting Held In Muscat Thirteen member states of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East are convening in Muscat, Oman (May 22-24, 2024), with a shared vision of steering the region’s tourism sector towards a future defined by innovation, investment, and inclusivity. The gathering marks the 50th meeting of the UN Tourism […]

Business UAE

DWTC Contributed AED18 Billion To Dubai’s GDP In 2023

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2024

Global Attendees Boost City’s Economy Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) contributed a significant AED18.28 billion ($4.6 billion) to Dubai’s GDP in 2023, resulting from 76 on-site exhibitions, conventions, and industry conferences, according to the company’s newly released 2023 Economic Impact Assessment Annual Report. Of this mammoth yield, AED10.53 billion

Business Events

IBEForuM To Host Middle East Employee Wellbeing Summit 2024

News Desk 22/05/2024

Providing Solutions For Workplace Health The inaugural Middle East Employee Wellbeing Summit, a unique platform that combines cutting-edge strategies with regional insights, will take centre stage at Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Canal View from May 28 to 29, 2024. As the Middle East region’s key event dedicated to advancing employee well-being initiatives, the summit

Lifestyle UAE

Vehicle Number Plates Auction Nets AED65 Million In Dubai

News Desk 22/05/2024

Plate (AA16) Fetches AED7,320,000 Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority raised AED65.588 million in its 115th Premium Vehicle Number Plates Open Auction, held at the Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City on May 20, 2024. This represents a 28% increase compared to the previous auction’s proceeds, totalling AED51.216 million. Plate (AA16) topped the charts, fetching a

Business Tech

Teradyne Robotics Opens New HQ In Odense, Denmark

News Desk 22/05/2024

As Industry Heads Ponder Robotics’ Future This week, a convergence of industry giants marked the inauguration of Teradyne Robotics’ new headquarters in Odense, Denmark. The event also served as a platform for senior executives from NVIDIA, Siemens, and Teradyne Robotics to deliberate on the burgeoning advancements within the robotics sector. Located in Odense, a city

Business UAE

Cloudera Primed For AWS Summit Dubai 2024

Arnold Pinto 22/05/2024

Showcasing Enterprise AI And Hybrid Data Solutions Cloudera is set to take centre stage at the AWS Summit in Dubai on May 29, 2024, as part of its commitment to transform data analytics and machine learning powered by the robust infrastructure of Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS Summit Dubai, taking place at Dubai World Trade […]

Events Food & Beverage

Valencia Serves Up World Paella Day Cup 2024

Arnold Pinto 21/05/2024

Contest Entries Close On May 31, 2024 As Valencia basks in its prestigious 2024 European Green Capital title, the Spanish province is gearing up for a culinary extravaganza – the World Paella Day Cup 2024. This renowned event, now in its fourth consecutive year in Valencia, will climax on September 20, 2024. It will draw […]

Tech

OpenAI Unveils GPT-4o As Its Latest Flagship Model

News Desk 21/05/2024

Adds More Free Features To ChatGPT OpenAI has launched its latest flagship model, GPT-4o, alongside a slew of additional capabilities available for free within its ChatGPT platform. The move aligns with OpenAI’s mission to propel AI innovation while ensuring its widespread accessibility and societal benefits. With the unveiling of GPT-4o (“o” for “omni”), OpenAI aims

Events Sustainability

Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit 2024 Begins In Abu Dhabi

News Desk 21/05/2024

Event Comprises An Exhibition And A Conference The Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS 2024) opened in Abu Dhabi on May 20, 2024, under the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure auspices. The Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre event signifies a significant stride in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s push towards sustainable transportation.

Business Markets Tech

Nasdaq Deploys Advanced AI Into Its Market Surveillance

Arnold Pinto 21/05/2024

Targeting Manipulation And Insider Trading Nasdaq has launched a groundbreaking addition to its market surveillance technology, introducing a potent AI feature set to transform the detection and investigation of market abuse worldwide. Through the integration of generative AI, Nasdaq aims to expedite the process of identifying potential market manipulation and insider

News

Qasem Noureddin is appointed new Managing Director of Eaton, Middle East

News Desk 20/05/2024

Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced the appointment of Qasem Noureddin as Managing Director for the Middle East, with responsibility for the company’s operational and commercial business across the region. In his new role, he will help our customers deliver power management solutions in sectors including oil and gas, utilities, construction, and data

Appointments Corporate

Richemont Appoints Nicolas Bos As CEO From June 1, 2024

News Desk 20/05/2024

And Bram Schot, As Deputy Chairman To strengthen its leadership, the Board of Compagnie Financière Richemont SA (Richemont) has announced significant changes to its board of directors and senior management. Nicolas Bos, the current CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels, has been appointed to Richemont’s re-established CEO role, effective June 1, 2024. Additionally, Bram

Travel UAE

Emirates’ Check-In Facilities In Dubai Get Autism Centre Designation

Arnold Pinto 20/05/2024

For Neurodiverse Travellers‘ Benefit Emirates unveiled official Certified Autism Center Designation plaques for all four Dubai Check-In facilities and its dedicated hub in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) on May 17, 2024. The ceremony marks a milestone for the carrier and Dubai emirate in fostering a welcoming environment for neurodiverse travellers.

Automotive Saudi Arabia Sport

Dakar Rally To Race On From January 3-17, 2025

Arnold Pinto 20/05/2024

From Bisha To Shubaytah In Saudi Arabia The 2025 edition of the Dakar Rally is beginning to take shape, with Saudi Arabia once again hosting the iconic event. This promises to be another thrilling chapter in the storied history of the Dakar Rally. Scheduled to run from January 3 to 17, 2025, the sixth edition […]

Automotive Business Interviews

Exeed: Pioneering Innovation In The Global Automotive Market

Arnold Pinto 20/05/2024

Premium Automaker Intensifies Global Expansion Hailing from the heart of Wuhu, Anhui Province, China, the Exeed automotive brand has emerged as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the competitive automotive industry. With a strategic vision and a firm commitment to challenging the norm, Exeed has rapidly gained domestic and international recognition, particularly in

Business GCC UAE

How To Invest In The US Stock Market From Dubai

News Desk 19/05/2024

S&P 500 And Nasdaq Are Global Benchmarks For investors based in Dubai, exploring opportunities beyond local markets – such as the US – can lead to diversified portfolios and potentially higher returns on investment. One such avenue worth considering is the US stock market. Renowned for its depth, liquidity, and historical resilience, the US stock […]

Health

WHO Updates List Of Drug-Resistant Bacteria Threatening Health

News Editor 2 19/05/2024

To Combat Antimicrobial Resistance The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled its latest Bacterial Priority Pathogens List (BPPL) 2024, underscoring 15 families of antibiotic-resistant bacteria posing significant threats to global health. The list categorised into critical, high, and medium priority groups, is a pivotal guide for prioritising research and development

Aviation Defence & Security

NATO Troops In Largest Parachute Drop Since World War II

Arnold Pinto 19/05/2024

As Part Of Exercise Swift Response 2024 In a display of multinational cooperation and military prowess, NATO paratroopers have descended over Romania as part of Exercise Swift Response 2024, marking the largest Allied airborne operation since World War II. At an airbase near Câmpia Turzii, Romania, troops from Germany, France, Romania, Spain, and the United […]

Transport UAE

Three Dubai Metro Stations Resume Service

News Desk 19/05/2024

Following Extensive Operational Testing The resumption of regular passenger service at Onpassive, Equiti, and Mashreq metro stations on the Red Line, effective May 19, 2024, is a significant development for the residents and visitors of Dubai. This comes after completing operational and safety tests by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) at the three metro