MENA Analytics, a market research and data company based in Palestine, has received an investment from Ibtikar Fund, the only venture capital fund in Palestine. This funding is aimed at supporting MENA Analytics’ plans to expand its operations into Jordan and Saudi Arabia. The company has already established a strong presence in Palestine and is...
ORBCOMM, the world’s largest provider of dry and reefer container visibility solutions, has announced a partnership with Folk Maritime Services Company. This collaboration marks Folk Maritime as the first container shipping line in the Middle East to implement ORBCOMM’s smart container monitoring technology, which aims to enhance supply chain visibility and improve cargo protection for...
Saudi Arabia is set to expand its hospitality sector by adding 362 000 new hotel rooms by 2030. This ambitious project is part of a $110 billion investment aimed at enhancing the kingdom’s tourism and hospitality landscape, as detailed in data released ahead of the 2025 Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia. The expansion is...
Mubadala Investment Company, the sovereign wealth fund from Abu Dhabi, is actively pursuing partnerships with global banks and market makers to establish a consortium of up to ten partners. This consortium will provide liquidity for a new stock exchange in Rio de Janeiro, known as the Base Exchange, according to two sources familiar with the...
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has announced the introduction of new mental health service standards aimed at aligning with global best practices. These updates focus on enhancing collaboration among healthcare professionals, including doctors, psychologists, and nurses, ensuring that mental health care is delivered at the highest professional standards. The newly established guidelines incorporate digital health...
Dubai Municipality has announced the launch of the ‘Home First’ initiative aimed at enhancing housing facilities for Emirati families. This initiative aligns with the ‘Year of Community’ declared by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The ‘Home First’ initiative introduces a comprehensive set of urban planning amendments designed to strengthen family stability, promote...
Khalifa University of Science and Technology has announced the launch of the first Cybersecurity Seminars programme in the Middle East. This initiative is developed in partnership with Google.org, the UAE Cyber Security Council, and CyberE71. The programme aims to enhance cybersecurity skill development and provide hands-on training to participants across the region. The university will...
Anthony Nakache, Managing Director of Google MENA, recently discussed the firm’s advancements in artificial intelligence focused on understanding the diverse Arabic dialects in the region. During an interview on the AB Majlis podcast, he revealed that Google’s Gemini AI has successfully mastered 16 out of 25 Arabic dialects, highlighting the complexity and challenge posed by...
Amana, a prominent neobroker based in the MENA region, has significantly expanded its cryptocurrency offerings, now featuring over 450 coins. This increase includes more than 300 new cryptocurrencies, making it the largest selection among local brokers. This development positions Amana as a leading platform for trading both digital and traditional assets in a single, user-friendly...
The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources in the United Arab Emirates announced that the Eid al-Fitr holiday for federal government employees will begin from the 1st to the 3rd of Shawwal 1446 AH. This period corresponds to specific dates on the Gregorian calendar, with regular work resuming on the 4th of Shawwal. The announcement,...