Step Dubai 2025, the leading technology event in the MENA region, is set to take place on February 19-20, 2025. This marks the 13th edition of the event, which is organized in partnership with Dubai Internet City. The event is expected to attract more than 8,000 attendees, showcase 200 speakers, and feature a significant presence...
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DIFC Launches Dubai Financial Experts Program to Cultivate Emirati Leaders
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has officially launched the Dubai Financial Experts Program, aiming to nurture the next generation of Emirati leaders who will foster innovation in financial institutions across Dubai, the UAE, and globally. This program is being conducted in partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development (MBRCLD) and is...
DFSA Unveils 2025-2026 Business Plan to Strengthen DIFC’s Global Role
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has announced its Business Plan for 2025-2026, aiming to solidify the Dubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) position as a leading global financial hub. The plan aligns with Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33, Digital Dubai, and the DIFC 2030 Strategy, focusing on regulatory excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. The DFSA highlighted...
RAKEZ Launches Growth Series 2025 with AI Event for Entrepreneurs
RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone) kicked off its Growth Series 2025 with an event titled “AI on a Budget: Affordable Tools and Smart Automation for Small Businesses.” Held at the Compass Coworking Centre, the session attracted numerous entrepreneurs eager to explore AI solutions without heavy investments. The event featured expert speakers, including Savio Tovar...
SRTI Park and Enterprise Ireland Forge New Partnership
Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has signed a partnership agreement with Enterprise Ireland, the Irish Development Agency, during the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival. The deal was signed in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of SRTI Park, and the Park’s CEO, Hussein Al Mahmoudi. Representing Ireland was Marina Donohoe,...
Japan’s Tokai Optical Starts Lens Manufacturing in Sharjah
Tokai Optical, a leading Japanese company specializing in medical lenses, has officially started its manufacturing operations at the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone). The company’s new facility, which spans 4,300 square feet, was inaugurated earlier this year with an initial investment of over AED 8 million. The factory’s first phase aims to produce...
Epson Opens New Innovation Centre in Dubai Production City
Epson, a leading name in technology, has opened its Innovation Centre in Dubai Production City, part of TECOM Group. The new facility aims to showcase cutting-edge solutions while focusing on sustainability and digital transformation. The opening ceremony saw the attendance of key figures, including Yasunori Ogawa, CEO of Seiko Epson Corporation, and senior representatives from...
DIEZ and Dubai Land Department team up to drive innovation in real estate technology
Dubai is taking a significant step forward in supporting the property technology (Proptech) sector. The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and the Dubai Land Department (DLD) have joined forces to promote innovation and growth in this field. The partnership aims to support research, development, and the adoption of modern technologies in real estate. It...
DWTC Announces Exciting February Line-up of Events
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has unveiled its February calendar, promising a vibrant month of events at its prestigious venues, including the Dubai International Conference and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) and Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) in Expo City. The schedule features 12 major events spanning diverse industries, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global hub for business,...
Radisson Blu Hotel in Dubai Media City Sold for AED200 Million
In a notable real estate transaction, Select Group has acquired the Radisson Blu Hotel in Dubai Media City for over AED200 million. Knight Frank MENA, led by Andrew Love, brokered the sale, marking the highest recorded hotel deal in Dubai’s Media Free Zone. The hotel, surrounded by corporate giants like META, Pfizer, and Samsung, is...