Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced the 8th edition of RoboCup Asia-Pacific (RCAP) 2025, largest-ever in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, is kicking off on 10 November, coinciding with the inauguration of Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week 2025, being organized under
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Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat), a pioneer in the UAE’s oil and gas industry, has opened its 158th service station with the launch of “Al Buhaira” in Barsha South, expanding Emarat’s presence in New Dubai and introducing the region’s first dedicated Electric Vehicle Service Center. The EV Service Center is being launched in collaboration with […]
New research from Snap Inc., and GWI, has revealed that Qataris are among the most digitally engaged and forward-thinking audiences in the Middle East. The findings from “Getting to know Snapchatters in Qatar” highlight that more than 50% create content or interact with branded posts monthly, which makes them 33% more likely to click on […]
From 26–29 March 2026, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna will once again open its doors as the world’s leading trade fair for the beauty industry. The upcoming 57th edition of the show marks a milestone for the Middle East, with growing interest in participation, underscoring the region’s rising influence on global beauty trends. According to EUROMONITOR INTERNATIONAL, […]
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government, in collaboration with the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB), is bringing the vibrant spirit of Tokyo to Abu Dhabi with a one-day cultural event titled “Tokyo Tokyo Old meets New – Come Discover the Culture of Tokyo” Taking place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 14:00 to 20:00 at Reem […]
MSC Cruises is shining a spotlight on its award-winning MSC Yacht Club as it returns to the Gulf for the 2025/26 season. Known as the ‘ship within a ship,’ MSC Yacht Club offers a private sanctuary of luxury and personalised service, setting it apart from both the traditional cruise experience and the wider MSC Cruises […]
Kia Middle East & Africa has officially launched Kia Connect, its Connected Car Services (CCS) platform, across five GCC markets, opening a new chapter in Kia’s mission to create smarter, more intuitive ways to move. Designed to bring drivers closer to their vehicles and lifestyles, Kia Connect reimagines convenience, control and peace of mind for […]
A new study by PlanRadar, a leading platform for digital documentation, communication, and reporting in construction, facility management, and real estate projects, reveals a clear contradiction at the heart of quality management. More than seven in ten construction companies across global markets, including the GCC, begin QA/QC processes from day one — yet over
AMD has signed a strategic collaboration with Kerno, a UAE-based enterprise infrastructure provider, to accelerate the delivery of AI and cloud infrastructure to GCC markets including the UAE and Saudi Arabia. As part of this agreement, the companies will collaborate on a “Made in the Emirates” initiative, where AMD-based solutions will be co-developed in the […]
Multinational Xpandretail, a retail data analytics and mall solution provider company, was challenged to unify massive sales, inventory, and customer data streams from multiple channels in real time for smarter decision-making. Legacy systems lack scalability, modern IoT integration, and real-time monitoring capabilities. Orange Business Live Objects provided an
IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Deloitte Middle East announced today the signing of an agreement to advance the adoption of next-generation technologies across key markets in the Middle East, with a particular focus on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Qatar. Signed on Day 2 of GITEX 2025, by Saad Toma, General Manager, […]
European apples are set to take centre stage in the GCC through the launch of a new three-year promotional programme highlighting their exceptional quality, wide variety, and year-round availability. Building on the success of previous initiatives, which have seen European, particularly French apples, gain a solid reputation among retailers, hotels, chefs, and
Moscow is set to become the epicenter of the global MICE industry as it hosts the Meet Global MICE Congress 2025 on December 17–18, 2025, at the World Trade Center. For the third consecutive year, this significant event will bring together experts, top-notch speakers, and MICE planners from Russia, the GCC, BRICS, and Global South […]
At GITEX 2025, Kaspersky highlights that understanding the growing and sophisticated cyberthreat landscape is now a prerequisite for effective day-to-day cyber defense. According to Kaspersky’s telemetry, the overall number of web and local threats detected and blocked by Kaspersky solutions exceeded 50 million in the first eight months of 2025 across the GCC, with several
This Diwali, Tanishq, India’s most trusted jewellery brand from the Tata Group invites you to celebrate the season of sparkle, stories, and togetherness with its vibrant new festive campaign, ‘India Wali Diwali’. Bringing the sights, sounds, and soul of an Indian Diwali to the heart of the UAE and GCC, the campaign is a joyful […]
EnterpriseDB (EDB), the world’s leading Postgres data and AI company, today announced the opening of its new regional headquarters in Dubai during GITEX Global 2025. This strategic expansion underscores EDB’s long-term investment in the region and recognises the GCC’s global leadership in sovereign AI adoption, innovation, and regulatory maturity. According to EDB’s latest
The Nemetschek Group, one of the world’s leading software providers for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AEC/O) industry, has partnered with WakeCap Technologies, the region’s leading construction technology company, specializing in sensor-powered, real-time project control systems. This landmark agreement sets the stage for a strategic
Arthur D. Little (ADL) has released new findings demonstrating that water must be recognized not only as a natural resource but as a key driver of economic activity and national resilience. With the Middle East home to 6% of the global population but holding less than 1% of the world’s renewable water resources, adopting economic […]
EvolutionX Debt Capital, a growth-stage debt platform established by Singapore’s Temasek and DBS Bank (Southeast Asia’s largest bank by assets), has announced its entry into the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This strategic expansion is part of EvolutionX’s broader mission to provide non-dilutive, flexible capital solutions to high-growth, technology-enabled
Innovaccer Inc., a San Francisco-based healthcare AI platform company with its regional headquarters in Abu Dhabi, today announced the establishment of its Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Advisory Board, comprising regional healthcare experts and digital health leaders Dr. Walid Abbas Zaher and Dr. Hamed Al Hashemi. This strategic move affirms Innovaccer’s continued




























