Author: Mahdeehassan

(Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29 May 2024) – A milestone achievement in the fight against misinformation has been reached with the unveiling of an unprecedented instant fact-checking tool. VGLNT, the first real-time AI-powered fact checker that seamlessly integrates with your phone, has launched its operations, reflecting the region’s commitment to addressing the global fight against misinformation. With the rise of social media and AI, misinformation has become a billion-dollar problem, shaping public opinion and making it hard for users to discern what is real, fake, or AI-generated. This groundbreaking AI tool will empower customers to verify and validate what they consume…

DUBAI, UAE: A groundbreaking workshop on immersive audio workflow for broadcasting concluded at the esteemed Government of Dubai Media Office. The intricately planned workshop was a collaborative effort by industry titans, including Neumann, Merging Technologies, Lawo, and Dolby, and proudly hosted by the accomplished Dubai Press Club. “We are tremendously pleased with the results of this workshop,” commented Mig Cardamone, Sales Director, Sennheiser Middle East. “The wealth of knowledge shared and the relationships built truly underscore the importance of such gatherings. They contribute significantly to our industry’s progress. We extend our immense gratitude to the Government of Dubai Media Office and…

Dubai, UAE: The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) held its annual CIPS MENA Conference 2024 at the Hilton Riyadh Hotel on 16th May 2024. With 1200 delegates in attendance, this is the largest regional event in the institute’s 93 year history. The conference provided an opportunity for procurement professionals to hear from world renowned thought leaders on the most pressing issues facing procurement and supply chain professionals today. “With today’s political, economic and social challenges, the need to delve down into the most pressing issues for our profession is vital. It is the procurement and supply chain profession…

Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers has successfully participated in the recently concluded Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, which attracted more than 2,500 attendees including African presidents, government officials, and CEOs of major international and African companies. The delegation was led by His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, who took part in an interactive panel discussion. Dubai Chambers also organised an event on the sidelines of the forum to showcase the emirate’s competitive advantages. The session highlighted the services available to African companies seeking to expand into global markets through Dubai, as well as…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The Warrior Academy, the region’s largest martial arts organisation, has announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art 3,784 sq ft dojo in Arjan, Dubai, following a phenomenal four years of growth in the Middle East. The new facility, which caters to children from two to 17, is the third branch for the UAE’s number one Martial Arts Academy, which helps to build strong values and life skills for its students. The world-class team – made up of former martial arts world champions – is also looking to expand the operation across a further nine cities in the GCC…

Over the past year, both the Tadawul (Saudi Arabia’s stock exchange) and global stock markets have defied persistent skepticism. Looking ahead, global trends will continue to impact investment opportunities, but specific changes are poised to significantly boost the Saudi stock market. Here’s why: Global Trends vs. Regional Trends: The increasing dominance of global trends over regional ones is crucial, as noted by seasoned financial analyst Shakeel Ahmed. As global and U.S. stock markets fluctuate, Tadawul follows suit, a correlation Shakeel Ahmed emphasizes. The statistical measure of correlation coefficients reflects stock volatility, a concept he underscores. Over the past 30 years,…

Paris/Riyadh, May 22, 2024 – Amsa Hospitality and Luxury Hotelschool Paris are proud to announce the signing of a strategic partnership for joint operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This collaboration marks a significant step in elevating education within the hospitality sector. Under the new agreement, Luxury Hotelschool Paris will partner with Amsa Hospitality to review and certify training materials and conduct a “train the trainer” program across the Kingdom. This initiative is open to the entire hospitality sector and all interested hoteliers, extending beyond those employed at Amsa Hospitality. Globally recognized for its excellence in teaching and pedagogy,…

DUBAI, UAE: Veeam Software, the #1 leader by market share in data protection and ransomware recovery, today released the Veeam 2024 Cloud Protection Trends Report, a comprehensive research project that explores the use of cloud-powered protection mechanisms for production data. The new report examines various cloud-based data protection strategies, including cloud storage, Backup as a Service (BaaS), Managed BaaS, and Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS). The findings are based on 1,600 unbiased responses from IT decision-makers responsible for data protection of their on-premises servers or workloads and use cloud services as part of their data protection strategy. “Enterprises are starting to realize…

Abu Dhabi– H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, participated in a panel discussion titled ‘Building New Economies: How to Foster Growth and Innovation,’ held as part of the SALT iConnections Forum in New York City on 21 and 22 of May 2024. This year, the event focused on enhancing innovation in the financial sector and emerging economic trends, particularly those in the financial sector, digital currencies, and their potential impact on banking and investment, among others. The Minister of Economy is currently on a working visit to the United States to explore the potential for new economic partnerships…

Riyadh, May 2024: Oxford Business Group (OBG) and Eyad Reda Law Firm LLP. (ERLF) have signed a partnership agreement aimed at deepening insights into Saudi Arabia’s evolving legal framework and its impact on the economy, business and investment environment. This collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), will see ERLF provide valuable insights into the Kingdom’s legal framework for the forthcoming edition of The Report: Saudi Arabia 2024. As OBG’s partner for the legal framework chapter, ERLF will provide in-depth analysis of recent developments and reforms in the Saudi legal and regulatory landscape. The chapter will offer insightful perspectives…