Author: Mahdeehassan

In the heart of the UAE’s technological rise, Sirius International Holding is executing one of the region’s most strategic and forward-looking investment approaches. Far from chasing short-term trends or speculative returns, Sirius is building a next-generation ecosystem to modernize public systems, safeguard national data, and enable sovereign digital infrastructure. At the core of Sirius’ model is an investment thesis rooted in longevity and relevance, to create a full ecosystem of interconnected companies that improve the way nations function. This means targeting technologies that don’t just make life easier for governments, communities, and businesses, but make operations smarter, faster, and more resilient for them.…

Devmark, the UAE’s leading real estate project sales and marketing consultancy, proudly announces the launch of Résidences Du Port, Autograph Collection Residences, a landmark new residential address in the heart of Dubai Marina. The project is developed by Prime Marina Property Developers LLC, a developer associated with fund manager FIM Partners, a leading investment management firm with over USD 4 billion in assets under management and a strong track record in real estate investment and development. Exclusively brought to market by Devmark, Résidences Du Port also marks the debut of Autograph Collection Residences, a brand by Marriott International, in Dubai. Thoughtfully…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: AtkinsRéalis (TSX: ATRL), a world-class design, engineering services and nuclear company, has expanded its School of the Future initiative for the second consecutive year in the UAE. The initiative, which introduces students to sustainability, engineering, and technology through experiential learning, brought together participants from four leading schools for the 2025 finals held at Dubai English Speaking College (DESS) on 14 May. Originally launched in the UK, the School of the Future engages students aged 14 to 16 in designing sustainable school campuses. This year’s UAE edition welcomed teams from Repton School, Jumeirah College, JESS Dubai, and Dubai…

Save the date: The show will return to the island next year, from 28–30 April. Last week, SBC Summit Malta transformed the InterContinental Hotel into a powerhouse of industry networking, bringing together 6,000 professionals from Malta and across Europe. This year marked the debut of the event under its new identity, following the rebrand from CasinoBeats Summit. With its expanded focus covering casino, sports betting, regulation, affiliation, payments, and emerging tech, the summit officially opened on Wednesday, 11 June, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Malta’s Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects, Silvio Schembri. Clinton Cutajar, CTO of digital marketing agency MediaTroopers, praised the rebrand: “The…

Dubai, UAE – The Future Skills Academy, one of the pioneering initiatives of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with Coursera, has recorded significant engagement and promising results in its first phase. This marks a strong start towards its mission to empower Arab learners with future-ready job market skills. The wide interaction received by the academy in its first phase underscores the growing demand for individuals to develop digital and vocational skills in the Arab world. As part of its ambitious goal, the academy aims to enable 10 million…

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– 500 Global, a multi-stage venture capital firm, and Sanabil Investments, a financial investment company wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), announce the ninth batch of the Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global. This new cohort aims to foster innovation and drive growth across various sectors, including AI, Fintech, Edtech, Climate Tech, SaaS, and Proptech. Out of 850+ applications received, nine promising companies have been selected for their potential to drive innovation and address critical market needs. Demo Day will take place on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Sanabil Hub in Riyadh, with a curated group from the…

ABU DHABI– LivNSense™ Digital Corporation (a group company of LivNSense GreenOps Private Limited) with its key focus on Sustainability, driven by its flagship platform, GreenOps™ is pleased to announce entering a Memorandum of Understanding with SIGMA ENTERPRISES COMPANY LLC (part of Mazrui Energy Services) for working collaboratively in addressing the needs of manufacturing industry in UAE, with key focus in energy efficiency, safety and environment sustainability. LivNSense announced the MoU at Sigma HQ in Abu Dhabi 2025 to address the critical needs of the industry in the UAE for transition towards Carbon Neutrality. The United Arab Emirates has announced the UAE Net…

DUBAI, UAE: IFFCO Group, the leading FMCG multinational company headquartered in the UAE, released its third annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, marking a significant year of progress across operations, sourcing and packaging. The 2024 report reflects IFFCO Group’s transition from planning to delivery, backed by the launch of its Sustainability Strategy 2030. The strategy introduces 9 ESG programmes aligned with best global frameworks, including Climate targets in line with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) standards. Each programme is supported by three and six-year roadmaps, KPI’s, and financial commitments, to ensure delivery and clear accountability across business functions. Key…

Abu Dhabi, UAE – Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, has launched its inaugural flight to Gabala from Abu Dhabi. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is the first and only airline to connect Gabala with the UAE. This significant milestone not only reinforces the airline’s regional expansion by adding a second airport in Azerbaijan to the WIZZ map after Baku, but also makes it the only ultra-low-cost carrier currently operating between Azerbaijan and the UAE capital. The launch reaffirms Wizz Air Abu Dhabi’s mission to offer affordable, reliable, and smart travel options for all, while creating a…

The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Finance, participated today in the 46th session of the Ministerial Council of the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID), held in Vienna, Austria. The UAE delegation was headed by H.E. Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, and included Thuraiya Hamid Alhashmi, Director of the International Financial Relations and Organisations Department at the Ministry of Finance and Governor to the OPEC Fund for International Development, and Hamad Issa Al Zaabi, Director of the Office of the Minister of State for Financial Affairs and Alternate Governor to the…