Serenity, a blockchain technology company known for its Decentralized Data Survivability Protocol (DeDaSP), has announced the launch of the sAxess Biometric Card. This card, developed in collaboration with IDEMIA, is the first of its kind in the world, aimed at transforming secure data storage, digital identity authentication, and the monetization of real-world assets. The sAxess...
Future Vision for Health Training, a Saudi healthcare education firm, is preparing to launch an initial public offering (IPO) with plans to float two million shares. This IPO will represent 20% of the company’s total share capital and is scheduled to take place on Saudi Arabia’s Parallel Market, NOMU. The share sale is set to...
Emirates has announced the expansion of its Boeing 777 services, adding flights to Seoul, South Korea, starting April 14, and London Stansted in the UK from May 7. The airline will operate its retrofitted four-class Boeing 777 on flights EK324 and EK325 three times weekly, specifically on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Seoul is now the...
INDEX Conferences & Exhibitions, the organizer of AEEDC Dubai and Dubai Derma, has enhanced its presence in Central Asia by signing two important collaboration agreements. These agreements were made with the organizers of CADEX (Central Asia Dental Expo) and Cosmoderm, which is part of Beauty Expo Central Asia. The oral care market in Central Asia...
Emirates Airline had a good showing at ITB Berlin 2025, which was the world’s biggest travel trade show. During the three-day event, it signed 11 strategic agreements and had over 6 000 people visit its stand. The airline showed off its newest A350 cabin goods, including its signature Onboard Lounge and Shower Spa, and talked...
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the UAE met with Faustin-Archange Touadéra, President of the Central African Republic, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation in various sectors. According to Gulf Today, their meeting, held at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, focused on economic, trade, and investment opportunities,...
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced its invitation for international developers to submit expressions of interest for the 7th phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This phase aims to add 1,600 megawatts (MW) of solar power capacity, further advancing Dubai’s commitment to renewable energy and sustainable development. The...
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is preparing to invest approximately $100 million in the Malaysian airline group AirAsia. This investment is poised to enhance the Gulf kingdom’s connections with a region that serves as a significant source of tourism, as reported by sources familiar with the negotiations. The PIF is expected to be the...
Airfares in the UAE have seen a significant increase of 20% as the Eid Al Fitr holidays coincide with school spring breaks. This surge in airfares comes as travel experts note a marked rise in holiday bookings during this festive period, which is expected to peak on March 31 this year, while schools will begin...
Abu Dhabi is making significant strides in boosting its tourism sector with the introduction of innovative initiatives aimed at enhancing its global appeal. The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is leading this effort in collaboration with 40 partners and industry stakeholders, showcasing the emirate’s diverse tourism offerings at key...