Microsoft is pleased to announce the appointment of Amr Kamel as General Manager, UAE, effective July 1, 2025. A respected and seasoned executive with nearly 20 years of experience at Microsoft, Kamel brings deep regional expertise, strategic acumen, and a strong track record of delivering
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ManageEngine, a division of Zoho Corporation and a leading provider of enterprise IT management solutions, today announced Sujoy Banerjee as its regional business director for the UAE. In his role, Banerjee will oversee the company’s local channel sales and business development initiatives, with specific emphasis on catering to the end-to-end IT management
The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, today celebrated a major milestone as it welcomed its two millionth visitor, affirming its status as a destination of inspiration, dialogue and cross-cultural exchange. The milestone was marked with a special celebration inspired by Japan’s beloved Tanabata Festival, reinforcing the Pavilion’s ethos of shared experiences and
The Middle East has officially transitioned from crypto-curious to crypto-committed, with the UAE leading a generational financial shift; positioning the region as a major digital asset powerhouse. According to a new report by a leading provider of blockchain and Bitcoin solutions, Mining Grid – the UAE received $34 billion (AED124B) in crypto inflows between
In a major leap toward accessible and technology-driven oral healthcare, Aster Clinics, a leading integrated healthcare provider under Aster DM Healthcare in the GCC, has officially launched Smyl AI – the UAE’s first AI-powered Dental Bot, designed to redefine how dental care is delivered and experienced. Smyl AI offers free, instant dental screenings via WhatsApp, […]
Sara Beattie, a UAE-based Positive Psychology Practitioner and Menopause Coach, has presented her findings from The Age of Renewal research study at the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) World Congress in Brisbane, Australia, held from 2-5 July. The Age of Renewal is a global storytelling initiative co-created by Sara Beattie and Denmark’s Jannie
Says company’s new CEO Dubai-based Takmeel Real Estate Development is a boutique developer crafting stylish and sustainable villas and apartments across Dubai, Ajman, and other emirates in the United Arab Emirates. Focused on intelligent design, quality materials, and timely delivery, the company has completed projects such as Divine Residences and Divine Golf Villas, with
GEMS Education students enrolled in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) have once again achieved remarkable success in their final examinations, surpassing global benchmarks and gaining entry to leading universities around the world. A total of 645 Grade 12/Year 13 students from seven GEMS schools across the UAE sat
Dubai’s wellness scene just got a glow-up! WellnessWonderz, the region’s first fitness subscription box, has launched, making it easier (and more fun) to stay on track with fitness goals. Created for busy professionals, WellnessWonderz is designed to save client time, boost motivation, and introduce them to the best local wellness brands, including fitness
Say goodbye to boring scrolls and hello to the UAE’s freshest way to shop local as the MINT Market, the UAE’s most beloved community market, is now launched online, making it easier than ever to shop thoughtfully and locally, anytime. What started as a heartfelt pop-up to support a friend’s café has grown into a […]
Led by forex searches The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has ranked sixth globally in investment-related online search activity, according to a recent analysis tracking internet search behaviour across different asset classes. The report, compiled by financial platform BrokerChooser, highlights a significant rise in public interest in investing, particularly among younger
Line Investments & Property SP LLC, the shopping mall development and management arm of Lulu International Holdings Ltd, has successfully concluded the much-anticipated Summer Shopping Carnival, a dynamic month-long festival that transformed the retail experience across 12 malls in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra. The Summer Shopping Carnival offered visitors 31 days
Building on its growing international presence in intellectual property protection while reinforcing the UAE’s standing as a regional and international hub in this field, the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA) has announced the signing of the country’s first-ever blanket reprographic rights licensing agreement with Heriot-Watt University Dubai. This
Zoho, a leading global technology company, has announced a new partnership with Dart, a leading business ecosystem in Dubai, aimed at empowering founders from around the world to relocate, setup and scale their companies in the UAE. The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony between Premanand Velumani, Associate Director, Strategic Alliances Middle East and
H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, today held a high-level meeting with H.E. H. D. Kumaraswamy, Indian Minister of Steel and Heavy Industries, and his accompanying delegation at the Ministry of Economy headquarters in Dubai. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral collaboration across key economic and industrial sectors, with a […]
As temperatures prepare to soar beyond 50°C across the UAE, LG Electronics is launching an arsenal of advanced cooling solutions designed to keep residents comfortable without breaking the bank. The company’s latest DualCool and ArtCool split air conditioners promise to deliver powerful cooling performance while dramatically reducing energy consumption during the
Business Bay recorded over AED 4.5 billion in off-plan real estate sales with more than 1,900 transactions in Q2 2025[1], reinforcing its status as one of Dubai’s most vibrant and in-demand residential and investment destinations. The data reflects growing investor confidence in Business Bay’s unique blend of central location, skyline living, and high-performing returns.
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 […]
In a major step toward advancing the UAE’s innovation ecosystem and higher education landscape, the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), the largest higher education institution in the UAE, has signed a strategic partnership with Saal.ai, a cognitive technology company under the Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG). The collaboration aims to equip Emirati students with
Leading smart device company OPPO has announced the signing of a global patent licensing agreement with Volkswagen Group to license OPPO’s cellular standard-essential patents (SEP) portfolio to the German car maker, including 5G. Under the agreement, OPPO’s cellular SEPs will be licensed to Volkswagen to enhance user experiences for its connected vehicle offerings





























