Cityscape Egypt has announced an event partnership with 500 Global to support the second edition of the Egypt Proptech Challenge. This partnership was formalized during a signing ceremony attended by Robier Daniel, Cityscape Egypt Exhibition Director, and Ezzedin Zahzah, Program Director at 500 Global, a prominent international venture capital firm. The challenge will be part...
Bank Nizwa, the premier Islamic bank in Oman, has announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Health Endowment Foundation (ATHAR). This strategic partnership aims to enhance the role of the health endowment sector in promoting inclusive development, which aligns with national priorities set out in Oman Vision 2040. The agreement was officially signed...
BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s leading innovator in FinTech and electronic financial transactions services, has announced the launch of the second cohort of its Ruwaad BENEFIT Leadership Program. This new cohort builds upon the success and impact of the inaugural cohort that took place last year. The Ruwaad BENEFIT Leadership Program is designed as a comprehensive, four-month...
G42 announced its participation in Viva Technology, Europe’s largest tech and startup event, as the Exclusive AI Champion Partner for the 2025 and 2026 editions. This announcement was made on Monday, highlighting G42’s commitment to advancing artificial intelligence responsibly. The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding, which was signed by Maurice Lévy, the...
The Webb Fontaine Summit, themed “Innovate The Future,” took place on May 12 and 13 in Dubai, attracting 40 delegations from ministerial, port, and customs sectors across more than 20 countries. The event served as a collaborative platform aimed at exchanging knowledge and co-constructing digital solutions, particularly highlighting the significance of intelligent data management in...
MT Group has officially launched Phase 2 of its supply chain expansion in Abu Dhabi, a significant achievement in the Emirate’s advanced manufacturing goals. This announcement was made during the Make it in the Emirates Forum 2025 and includes plans for a large-scale valve manufacturing facility and a forging unit, both operated by MT Group...
Air Arabia has made history by becoming the first airline in the UAE to accept AE Coin, an AED-backed stablecoin, for flight bookings. This innovative move enables travelers to enjoy stable, secure, and low-cost crypto payments through the AEC Wallet App, marking a significant milestone in the airline industry. In partnership with Al Maryah Community...
In a significant advancement toward eradicating malaria, the UAE and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have initiated a regional database designed to track and combat the disease across 18 countries. This project is spearheaded by the Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE) with support from Erth Zayed Philanthropies, focusing specifically on the Middle East and...
President Sheikh Mohamed of the UAE recently met with Santiago Pena, the President of Paraguay, at Al Shati Palace. This meeting highlighted the diplomatic relations between the two nations and showcased their ongoing commitment to strengthening ties. During the meeting, both leaders discussed various topics of mutual interest, aiming to enhance cooperation in several sectors....
Dubai is set on a transformative path to establish itself as the world’s leading healthcare ecosystem by 2040. The city has built a reputation for ambition and progress through its world-class infrastructure and smart city innovations over the past two decades. This new vision is driven not by competition, but by the necessity for healthcare...