Author: Mahdeehassan

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, announced a strategic partnership with Shandong Innovation Group (SIG), a fully integrated global aluminium materials manufacturer, and BlueFive Capital, a global investment firm specialising in cross-border business between the GCC and Asia. This tri-partite, signed on the sidelines of the Gateway Gulf 2025 in the Kingdom of Bahrain, initiates a strategic effort to optimise global aluminium supply-chain from upstream smelting to high-value downstream products. This collaboration unites three distinct strengths: This MoU establishes a framework to explore areas of mutual interest including joint investments, knowledge sharing on best…

Gulf Medical University (GMU) and Thumbay Group have announced an extension for the submission deadline of the Thumbay International Research Grant 2025/26, now open until December 15, 2025. The decision to extend the deadline offers researchers, academicians, and healthcare innovators across the world more time to refine their proposals for one of the UAE’s most prestigious and impactful research funding programs. Prof. Dr. Manda Venkatramana, Chancellor of Gulf Medical University, emphasized the importance of this initiative in strengthening GMU’s research ecosystem and global partnerships: “At GMU, we believe that innovation begins where disciplines intersect. The Thumbay International Research Grant provides a powerful platform for researchers to…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality arm of Emaar Properties PJSC, unveiled two custom Snapchat augmented reality (AR) Lenses for its flagship brands — Address Hotels + Resorts and Vida Hotels and Resorts — marking a new step in bridging online engagement with real-world guest experiences. This initiative reflects Emaar Hospitality Group’s ongoing digital innovation agenda and its commitment to deepening brand connection, inspiring travel intent, and engaging today’s mobile-first audiences in the UAE and beyond. These AR activations are part of the Group’s broader storytelling strategy that brings the physical and digital guest experience together — creating meaningful touchpoints before,…

Abu Dhabi, UAE – Ducab, one of the UAE’s leading providers of integrated energy solutions and a manufacturer of energy and industrial products, is spotlighting its specialized cable solutions for the solar, nuclear, wind and Artificial Intelligence and Data Centers sectors, at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition (ADIPEC) 2025 that gets underway at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC) today. Contributing more than AED 8 billion in local economic value in 2024-2025, the National In-Country Value Champion (ICV score 96.89 in 2024) has achieved a 10% surge in renewables sales over the last five years. Ducab continues to lead the UAE’s energy transition charge with innovations…

Faraday X Secures Over 200 FX Super One Preorders Within 48 Hours of Middle East Launch DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – (November 03, 2025) — Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) (“Faraday Future,” “FF,” or the “Company”), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today announced better than expected preorder results following the Middle East final launch of its FX Super One. Within 48 hours of the launch event, the Company received three non-binding non-refundable paid preorders covering over 200 units from B2B partners, underscoring strong market confidence from strategic collaborators. One user successfully completed a vehicle…

Doha, Qatar – Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, proudly announces the launch of the new Mercedes-Benz App, introducing an advanced suite of intelligent digital features designed to redefine the driving experience. Bringing innovation, safety, and convenience to the palm of your hand, the new app seamlessly connects drivers to their vehicles and the Mercedes-Benz ecosystem wherever they are. The launch of the Mercedes-Benz App in Qatar marks an important milestone in NBK Automobiles’ ongoing journey to enhance the ownership experience for Mercedes-Benz drivers in the country, offering them an unparalleled level of control, safety,…

Dubai – Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), in collaboration with MIT Senseable City Lab, has unveiled Re-Leaf, a pioneering project that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to measure the cooling impact of trees as a fresh approach to designing greener and healthier cities. Showcased at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia 2025, the initiative reaffirms Dubai’s commitment to contributing global solutions for sustainable urban living. “Dubai has shown that advanced technologies and strategic partnerships can generate insights that matter well beyond our borders. With Re-Leaf, we are treating greenery as essential infrastructure for the cities of tomorrow,” said Khalifa Al Qama, Director of Dubai…

Football Legend Andrés Iniesta Becomes First Owner and Co-Creation Officer DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (October 31, 2025) — Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (Nasdaq: FFAI) (“Faraday Future,” “FF,” or the “Company”), a California-based global intelligent mobility ecosystem company, today launched the FX Super One at the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The vehicle, positioned as a First Class EAI-MPV, and announced that soccer legend Andrés Iniesta will become the first global owner of FX Super One and a Co-Creation Officer for the Company. The FX Super One AIHER (AI Hybrid Extended Range) Max edition is priced at 309,000 AED. FF is introducing…

Dubai, UAE – Disrupt-X, Intel, and Rekeep have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaborative opportunities in advancing AI-driven sustainable infrastructure across the GCC, Europe, and Asia. The collaboration will leverage artificial intelligence, IoT, and operational excellence to modernize how large-scale facilities are monitored, certified, and managed. Through this cooperation, Disrupt-X will deploy its ALEF 360° platform and ClimaCert-X AI certification system to deliver continuous monitoring, auditing, and real-time insights across safety, sustainability, and operations. Intel will power the initiative with Edge AI and Cloud technologies, while Rekeep will leverage its deep expertise in facility management and healthcare infrastructure…

Dubai, UAE: Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dell Technologies to accelerate the development of next-generation cloud infrastructure through advanced AI capabilities. The collaboration underscores Moro Hub’s commitment to enabling a secure, intelligent, and future-ready digital ecosystem for organizations across the UAE. The MoU was signed in the presence of Eng. Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman – Digital & Group CEO of Digital DEWA, by Mohammed Bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub, and Walid Yehia, Managing Director, South Gulf at Dell…