Author: Mahdeehassan

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…

In a region celebrated for its blend of tradition and innovation, Palik is leading the way with its unique approach to footwear. This pioneering British company, recognized as a member of footwear associations, has captured the attention of UAE fashion admirers seeking both style and sustainability. Leading this movement is Saba Donyavi, a visionary entrepreneur driven by a passion for exceptional craftsmanship and cultural fusion. Palik Limited: An Icon of British Excellence Palik Limited, headquartered in the UK, epitomizes British footwear excellence. As a proud member of the British Footwear Association, Palik is renowned for its dedication to craftsmanship, innovation,…

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: M42 Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer, Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, pledged to take Abu Dhabi’s new innovations to the global stage after a historic live demonstration of a remote telerobotic procedure. Controlled and live-streamed from Abu Dhabi, the procedure was performed on a simulated patient in South Korea, showcasing the immense potential of this technology for interventional procedures such as stroke and cardiovascular emergencies. Al Nowais highlighted M42’s mission as the inaugural Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week 2024 (ADGHW) concluded, M42, was the official Foundation Partner. Innovative commitments and collaborations: After the demonstration, Al…

Students from Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Giftedness and Innovation, part of the Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, achieved top positions in the 2024 FLL International Open Robotics Championship. Held from May 13 to 16, 2024, in the city of Bodø, Norway, the event witnessed the participation of over 50 teams from around the world. Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Giftedness and Innovation team won third place in robot performance at the FLL European Open Robotics Championship. They achieved first place in the friendly competition by defeating the top four…

CyberKnight (https://CyberKnight.tech), a leading cybersecurity advisory and value-added-distributor (VAD), headquartered in Dubai with local presence across the Middle East, proudly announces its expansion into Africa. To spearhead business development efforts on the continent, the Company has appointed Naoufal Mzali as the Regional Sales Director. With over 17 years of experience in technology and cybersecurity, his strong engineering background, coupled with a successful track record in sales, makes Naoufal an asset to the CyberKnight team. As the newly appointed Regional Sales Director for Levant, Egypt & Africa, he will lead the charge in strengthening CyberKnight’s presence in the territory and fostering…

During the SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2024, the Middle East Glasses-free 3D Industry Initiative was announced by Zain Group, Omantel, LAiPIC AI, LITITONG, LANSHEN 3D, and others. This initiative seeks to standardize glasses-free 3D technologies, build ecosystem capabilities, and incubate innovative applications using 5G and 5G-A, artificial intelligence (AI), and computing network capabilities. The ultimate goal is to create a next-gen experience for users and new value for the industry at large. Middle East Glasses-free 3D Industry Initiative announcement: Today, with a largely mature ecosystem in place, the user experience for glasses-free 3D has become natural and comfortable thanks to a…

Glittering movie premieres, stars gracing the red carpet and a high-performance vehicle that looks like nothing else: this is the #Cannes Film Festival and yesterday it hosted the world premiere of the #BMW XM Mystique Allure. This one-off creation is based on the first high-performance sports car from #BMW M GmbH powered by the #M HYBRID drive system. Blending progressive luxury with extravagant looks, it is inspired by British supermodel #Naomi Campbell, was designed using exclusive materials from the world of haute couture and has a unique soundtrack devised in cooperation with film score composer Hans Zimmer. The BMW XM…

CyberSec, a pioneering cybersecurity consultancy, is thrilled to announce its expansion into the Middle East, targeting markets in Bahrain and beyond. With a unique approach that leverages the skills of former world-renowned hackers, now turned defenders of the online world, CyberSec is set to address the critical shortage of cybersecurity expertise in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. CyberSec has built a reputation for excellence by employing a team that includes both a top cybersecurity lawyer and former high-profile hackers. This blend of real-world experience and legal prowess enables CyberSec to offer unparalleled cybersecurity insights and solutions, turning potential threats…

CarbonSifr, MENA’s pioneer climate tech company and the preferred climate-tech partner of Emirates Nature-WWF, has partnered with MyFatoorah, a pioneering fintech company known for its cutting-edge payment solutions. This new partnership is set to embed climate action into MyFatoorah’s payment solutions, simplifying the process for businesses and consumers across the region to contribute to climate initiatives with each transaction. This collaboration will enhance consumer awareness and provide opportunities for customers to actively reduce and remove the carbon footprint of their transactions, whether it’s dining at a restaurant, booking a hotel stay, or purchasing eco-friendly products. Each transaction has the opportunity…