The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation is ramping up final preparations to host the sixth edition of the IMMAF Youth World Championships, which will take place in Al Ain from July 21 to 27. More than 1,000 male and female athletes from 60 countries are set to compete, marking a
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Deliverect, a leading global food tech SaaS company, today announced it has processed one billion orders – a key milestone that underscores the company’s digital scale and industry-leading integration network by leveraging the power of AI to unlock efficiency, speed and bottom-line profit in modern restaurant operations. The significant achievement further solidifies
Water Harvesting Inc. (WaHa) announced the close of an $8 million Series A-1 financing and corporate reorganization. The round was led by Chairman Mike Phillips and Board member Christian Thirion, with participation from WaHa’s largest noteholders and investors including Berkeley Catalyst Fund, Anthropocene Institute, Vestafund, and Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co., Ltd.
Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, ended its 2024 fiscal year with AED 2.3 billion (574 million euros) in consolidated sales in the Middle East, registering a 18 percent year-on-year increase despite tough market conditions. Key contributions came from business divisions including Home Appliances, Power Tools, Mobility Aftermarket, Home Comfort,
The Dubai real estate market recorded a landmark first half of 2025, as population growth, capital value appreciation, and a surge in off-plan investments pushed property transactions to a historic high. According to a recent ValuStrat report analysed by real estate developer DURAR Group, total residential sales soared to AED 326.7 billion across nearly 99,000 […]
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has successfully concluded a weeklong roadshow in the UK, strengthening its ties with the British business community and spotlighting Ras Al Khaimah’s growing appeal as a strategic base for international expansion. Led by RAKEZ Group CEO Ramy Jallad, the delegation engaged in a series of high-level business-to-business meetings with
Ishraq Hospitality, a division of the Mohamed & Obaid AlMulla Group, is pleased to announce the promotion of three distinguished team members, each recognized for their unwavering commitment, leadership excellence, and impactful contributions to the group’s continued success across the Middle East and beyond. Sylvia Matei Promoted to Cluster General Manager Sylvia
TrafficGuard, a leading platform for digital ad verification and fraud prevention, has appointed Miguel Lopes as Chief Product Officer. Lopes will oversee the development of solutions that protect advertising spend, accelerate support for new channels, and drive the launch of innovative products. He brings over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, including
DHL Express UAE and Meydan Free Zone have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance global logistics capabilities for businesses operating in the UAE. The agreement was signed at the Meydan Free Zone headquarters by Mahmoud Haj Hussein, Managing Director of DHL Express UAE, and Mohammad Bin Humaidan Al Falasi, CPA, Director of Free Zone […]
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution, aimed at facilitating the bank account opening process for RAKEZ clients. The agreement was signed by RAKEZ Chief Government & Corporate Relations Officer Yaser Abdulla Al Ahmed, and ADIB Retail […]
Vehere, a new-age cyber defense software company, has engaged Gulf Software Distribution (GSD), a value-added distributor of software products, to strengthen its presence across the region. As part of the partnership, GSD will distribute Vehere’s Network Detection & Response (NDR) products in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, and Levant. Vehere’s
HPE (NYSE: HPE) today announced a single, unified partner program consolidating existing programs to enhance partner experiences across the entire HPE portfolio. All programs will combine under HPE Partner Ready Vantage, including HPE Partner Ready and HPE Partner Ready for Networking, to offer simplified enrollment, flexible participation, and comprehensive support
Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE’s federal export credit company, announced the impact of its ‘Xport Xponential’ programme, which has helped raise AED 174 million in funding to support the growth of SMEs, during the closing ceremony of the programme. The working capital was raised with the support of four of ECI’s banking partners: First […]
Bimser, the Turkish enterprise software company enabling digital transformation for over 2,000 organisations globally, has appointed Mehmet Onur Beşer as its Regional Sales and Business Development Manager for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Based in Dubai, Mehmet will lead Bimser’s commercial strategy across the region as the company scales operations in one of its […]
Alteryx, Inc., a leading AI and data analytics company, today announced the appointment of Michelle Huff as Chief Marketing Officer (“CMO”) to lead the company’s marketing strategy. This key executive hire underscores Alteryx’s commitment to amplifying its unified platform, Alteryx One, and advancing the company’s next chapter of innovation and growth. Bringing more
The DP World International League T20 and the Kuwait Cricket Board have entered an exciting partnership for the growth of the sport in Kuwait. Through the partnership the DP World ILT20 will organise cricket matches in the country which will be aimed at identifying and developing the participating players. The agreement between the Kuwait Cricket […]
The Hospitality Advisory Council convened its second meeting of 2025 under the chairmanship of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Emirates Tourism Council. The session brought together 16 Council members, including CEOs and senior executives from leading national and international hotel groups. Discussions focused on a range of […]
Dubai Investments, the leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced strong year-on-year growth across its glass manufacturing portfolio under Glass LLC, with total production surpassing 14.8 million square meters in 2024. This milestone reflects the company’s sharp focus on innovation, sustainability, and expanding demand
The Middle East will see a 25% increase in social infrastructure project activity in the next two years, according to a new report by Ansarada, a leading procurement platform. As population growth accelerates and quality-of-life standards become increasingly central to national agendas, governments across the Middle East are intensifying investment in social infrastructure
TiE Dubai, the regional chapter of the globally renowned The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE), has announced the appointment of its new board for the 2025–2026 term. The newly elected board comprises visionary business leaders and seasoned professionals committed to fostering entrepreneurship, empowering youth, and strengthening the startup ecosystem across the UAE and the wider





























