Author: Mahdeehassan

AUTONOMOUS A2Z secured AV approval in Singapore and proved global scalability by adapting to right-hand drive through K-City testing. Singapore, May 19, 2025 — AUTONOMOUS A2Z, South Korea’s leading autonomous driving technology firm led by CEO Ji-hyeong Han, announced today that it has successfully obtained the Milestone 1 (M1) Vehicle Safety Assessment approval from Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA). This achievement marks AUTONOMOUS A2Z as the first Korean company authorized to operate autonomous vehicles (AVs) on public roads in Singapore under specific designated conditions. In Singapore, autonomous vehicles must pass rigorous Milestone 1 (M1) safety assessments administered by the Centre…

Dubai, UAE – May 2025: MERED, the award-winning international real estate developer, outlined its long-term investment plans and strategic vision for Saudi Arabia at Saudi Giga Projects 2025 in Riyadh. The event, a key platform aligned with Vision 2030, brought together government bodies, giga project leaders, and private sector executives to discuss development, contracting, and talent-building opportunities within the Kingdom’s fast-growing construction and real estate sectors. As part of MERED’s participation, CEO Michael Belton joined a fireside chat where he shared insights into the company’s market entry approach and growth plans for the Saudi market. “The Kingdom’s rapid urban and infrastructure…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 2025: –  ASICS has today announced a new and unexpected ambassador signing. It’s not an athlete, a celebrity, or even a human. It’s a dog called Felix. Why?  Because research shows that dogs are the ultimate movement motivators, getting millions to move for body and mind. New global research highlights the significant role dogs play in motivating us to move and the positive impact this has on our mental wellbeing. 65% of dog owners say their dog is their primary movement motivator, more than family, celebrities and personal trainers. 79% of dog owners say they are less…

Abu Dhabi, May 14, 2025 – South Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) brought together their next-generation leaders to explore future cooperation in science, technology, innovation, and sustainability. A special exchange event was held at the Emirates Foundation in Abu Dhabi, hosted by the Korea Foundation (KF). The event featured participants from the KF Global Fellows program and the UAE government’s National Experts Program (NEP), marking the first formal engagement between rising STEM leaders from both countries. The gathering served as a platform for in-depth dialogue on shared national goals, including sustainability through innovation, the future of energy, talent…

Bokra, the MENA region’s first goal-driven digital investment platform, has announced a $3 million Sharia-compliant financing agreement with iSUPPLY, a leading digital platform for pharmaceutical and medical supply distribution, to scale its operations and expand access to medical supplies across Egypt. Through this collaboration, Bokra has structured a revenue-based revolving financing model that fully complies with Sharia principles. This funding will fuel iSUPPLY’s expansion by enhancing its supply chain operations and improving service in underserved communities. Ayman ElSawy, Founder and CEO of Bokra, commented: “This partnership reflects Bokra’s mission to unlock high-impact, Sharia-compliant investment opportunities that generate meaningful economic and social…

Qashio, the UAE’s leading spend management platform, partnered with Visa to host an exclusive event bringing together the UAE’s top travel decision-makers for a dynamic exchange of insights and industry trends. The event welcomed senior executives from across the regional travel ecosystem, including online travel agencies, destination management companies, and leading luxury hospitality brands. Guests heard keynote speeches from Brendan Noonan, former senior executive at Emirates and Qatar Airways, who emphasised the urgent need for operational agility and secure financial flows in aviation. Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, Visa’s SVP and Group Country Manager for GCC, spoke about Visa’s role in building…

BloomPath has raised $1.3 million in pre-seed funding. This round was led by RAED Ventures, with participation from Ulu Ventures, Wamda Capital, +VC, and several notable angel investors. The funding will fuel our mission to bring continuous product and people management into the flow of work—empowering engineering leaders to build more productive, engaged teams through AI-driven insights. BloomPath’s vision is to seamlessly integrate team development and product execution. Our AI-powered platform acts like an “Apple Watch for the workplace,” providing real-time coaching and feedback within everyday tools. By operating in the background of the software engineers already use, BloomPath helps…

Built in the UAE, Munsit sets a new global standard for Arabic speech recognition, powering seamless transcription across private and public services DUBAI, UAE – April 30, 2025 – CNTXT AI, the UAE-based Data and AI company, today announced the launch of Munsit — a next-generation Arabic speech-to-text model that outperforms every global model on Arabic, including those from OpenAI, Meta, Microsoft and ElevenLabs. Munsit” — derived from the Arabic root for “to listen” — symbolizes a breakthrough in voice technology that truly listens with attentiveness and understands the richness of Arabic speech. Developed entirely in the UAE, Munsit sets…

Tech investor Rashit Makhat says entrepreneurs can no longer rely on a good idea to succeed Dubai, UAE, 23 April, 2025: Middle East tech startups have been warned to raise their game as global competition heats up across the region, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, where an influx of international founders is redefining the landscape. With Dubai firmly positioned as a magnet for international tech talent and Abu Dhabi emerging as one of the region’s fastest-growing startup hubs, posting a 28% increase in ecosystem value last year, founders are under growing pressure to prove their worth in an increasingly selective investment…

Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte, a legendary icon of luxury on the Versilia Riviera, has been crowned Best Luxury Beachfront Hotel in Tuscany, Italy, by Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2025. This remarkable achievement solidifies the hotel’s reputation as one of the world’s premier luxury destinations, combining century-old elegance with contemporary finesse.  Since its establishment in 1922, Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte has been the personification of sophistication and world-class hospitality, welcoming guests from across the globe. From its breathtaking beachfront location to its two-Michelin-starred dining experience, every element of the hotel is designed to offer an unforgettable stay. Whether indulging in the best hotel breakfast…