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Summer Travel Escapes: Where to Travel This Season

News Desk 24/06/2026

As summer reaches its peak, GCC travellers are looking for escapes that go beyond a simple change of scenery, from restorative city breaks and sun-soaked Mediterranean stays to ultra-private island retreats designed for longer, more meaningful holidays. This season, a new wave of travel

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300-year-old French fireworks experts Ruggieri partners with Novara Events to bring innovative experiences that will boost the US$120 bn events industry in the GCC

News Desk 24/06/2026

Ruggieri, the global leader in pyrotechnic design and technology, and Novara Events Management, a dynamic player in the events industry, today announces a project-based collaboration aimed at elevating immersive entertainment experiences for key events across the GCC region.   This technical alignment pairs Ruggieri’s centuries-old heritage and technical mastery with

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IMAN Holdings Plans $100 Million Fundraise to Expand AI-Powered Islamic Banking Into the GCC

News Desk 23/06/2026

IMAN Holdings has announced plans to raise $100mn to accelerate the development and expansion of its AI-powered Islamic banking platform, with a focus on entering GCC markets. Founded in 2020, the Central Asia–based fintech company has developed a mobile-first financial ecosystem built around Shariah-compliant principles. Its platform integrates savings, investments,

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PeopleStrong Launches FutureOfTalent.ai, the GCC’s First AI-Powered Talent Infrastructure

News Desk 23/06/2026

PeopleStrong, a leading global AI-powered HR technology company, has launched FutureOfTalent.ai, the GCC’s first AI-powered talent infrastructure, designed to help organisations discover, develop and deploy national talent across the full career lifecycle. The launch comes as countries across the GCC accelerate workforce localisation, skills development and economic

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From Dialogue to Deals: Vision Golfe 2026 Accelerates France-GCC Partnerships

News Desk 23/06/2026

More than 1,200 participants, five ministers and public and private sector leaders gathered in Paris this week as Vision Golfe 2026 confirmed its position as the leading platform for France-GCC economic cooperation.   Held during a week that brought together some of the world’s most influential political, economic and technology leaders in Europe, Vision Golfe […]

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Unifonic and Ideem Forge Strategic Partnership to Define Future of Digital Identity in GCC

News Desk 18/06/2026

Unifonic, the region’s leading AI-native CX Platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with Ideem to establish a secure digital ecosystem for enterprises across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) with next-generation, passwordless authentication. Unifonic has established itself as a trusted partner to the region’s largest brands, enabling them to navigate the

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Ericsson Mobility Report: Strong 5G penetration positions the GCC to become an early adopter of 6G

News Desk 18/06/2026

Global 5G mobile subscriptions passed the three billion mark during the first quarter of 2026. In the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), 5G subscription penetration reached 53 percent at the end of 2025, one of the highest rates globally. By 2031, GCC 5G subscription penetration is forecast to be just below 90 percent, ahead of many […]

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Czechia Invites GCC Travellers to Experience a Refreshing Summer Escape with a Vibrant Calendar of Festivals and Cultural Experiences

News Desk 18/06/2026

As temperatures rise across the GCC, Czechia is increasingly emerging as a preferred summer escape, offering travellers a refreshing blend of cultural richness, scenic landscapes, and immersive seasonal experiences.   Renowned for its picturesque towns, historic landmarks, and world-class wellness offerings, Czechia presents an attractive alternative for travellers

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SICO Capital Introduces Its 3rd Equities Fund – the GCC Dividends Fund

News Desk 18/06/2026

SICO Capital licensed by the Capital Market Authority and a wholly owned subsidiary of SICO BSC (c), a leading regional asset manager, broker, and investment bank with direct presence in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, today announced the launch of the SICO GCC Dividends Fund, The Fund marks SICO Capital’s third equity fund and […]

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LG Electronics Launches DUALCOOL™ AI in the GCC, Redefining Home Comfort with Smart Technology and Cleaner Air

News Desk 12/06/2026

As artificial intelligence continues to transform modern homes, LG Electronics (LG) is once again setting a new standard by formally launching its revolutionary DUALCOOL™ AI air conditioner. Available now in the UAE, Oman, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia, this advanced AC unit leverages the power of AI and an innovative dual-airflow system to deliver an unprecedented

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Valeo Health Marks Five Years of Building Healthcare Around People Across the GCC

News Desk 11/06/2026

Valeo Health, the technology-enabled healthcare platform is marking its fifth anniversary with major milestones that reflect its scale, clinical depth and growing role in shaping proactive, personalised healthcare across the GCC.   Founded in 2021, Valeo was built with a clear belief: healthcare should fit naturally into people’s lives, not the other way around. Over

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PureHealth performs GCC’s first separation of craniopagus twins’ procedure in Abu Dhabi

News Desk 05/06/2026

In a landmark achievement, Abu Dhabi has successfully hosted the complex surgical separation of conjoined twins from Nigeria. The life-saving surgery was performed at PureHealth’s SEHA – Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) in Abu Dhabi. The emirate has consistently demonstrated its leadership in the global healthcare sector, driven by a steadfast commitment to

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Checkout.com and Nahdi Partner to Drive Digital Payment Performance in Saudi and Across the GCC

News Desk 03/06/2026

Checkout.com, a leading global digital payments provider, today announced a strategic partnership with Nahdi Medical Company, Saudi Arabia’s largest retail pharmacy chain and an integrated Omnihealth platform. This collaboration will integrate Checkout.com’s cutting-edge payment acquiring and processing technology into Nahdi’s online platforms, optimizing the digital

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Alef Education and TMRW Edtech Join Forces to Reimagine Future of AI-Powered Education Across GCC and MENA

News Desk 22/05/2026

Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, and TMRW Edtech have joined forces to redefine the future of schooling through advanced AI-driven innovation. The two education innovators have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore a strategic collaboration aimed at delivering a new generation of AI-powered education solutions across key

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AlfaNow enters the Oman market through a partnership with First Exchange, expanding its GCC footprint

News Desk 19/05/2026

AlfaNow, a cross-border payments platform built for how the world moves money today, has announced its official expansion into the Sultanate of Oman through a partnership with First Exchange, approved by the Central Bank of Oman. Through this collaboration, AlfaNow’s services are now live across all major cities of the Sultanate of Oman through First […]

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COFFEE PLANET PROMOTES AHMED KHALIFA AS SALES DIRECTOR TO DRIVE NEXT PHASE OF REGIONAL GROWTH

News Desk 18/05/2026

Coffee Planet has announced the promotion of Ahmed Khalifa to Sales Director, marking a strategic step in strengthening its leadership structure as the company accelerates its regional expansion across the GCC and beyond. As one of the region’s most integrated coffee solutions providers, Coffee Planet continues to scale its operations across horeca, retail, and corporate

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Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority launches tourism campaign inviting GCC visitors

News Desk 14/05/2026

The Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) launched a new campaign aimed at reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a preferred GCC tourism destination. The promotion highlights a packed calendar of entertainment, cultural, sports, and family-focused experiences taking place across the Kingdom. The campaign coincides with a diverse lineup of events being hosted

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The Original, Reimagined: P.F. Chang’s Unveils The Dynamite Menu Across the GCC

News Desk 11/05/2026

The sauce that started it all has its own menu now. P.F. Chang’s, the original creator of the iconic Dynamite sauce, has unveiled The Dynamite Menu across its restaurants in the GCC, available for a limited time from 4 May 2026. Featuring seven bold, Asia-inspired dishes and two new beverages, the menu places the brand’s signature sauce at its […]

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UAE businesses could benefit from GCC capital markets where Assets under Management hits US$2.2 trn, experts at an ICAI conference says

News Desk 28/04/2026

The recently announced plans by the UAE Government to automate 50 per cent of the government organisations and services through Artificial Intelligence (AI) for autonomous execution and decision-making creates opportunities for businesses and professionals in the UAE who could play a great role in this transformation, experts said at a packed conference, organised by the

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GCC Board Gender Index 2026 Highlights Continued Progress as Women’s Representation Reaches 7% Across GCC Boards

News Desk 28/04/2026

Heriot-Watt University and Aurora50 have today released the ‘GCC Board Gender Index Report 2026‘, marking the third edition of this comprehensive study of women’s representation on the boards of publicly listed companies in the GCC.   For the third consecutive year, the report remains the only index of its kind to provide a unified view […]