Author: Mahdeehassan

The acquisition accelerates deployment of dialect-aware, low-latency Arabic voice agents built for enterprise and public sector use across the UAE and wider GCC.   Abu Dhabi, UAE, June, 2026 – CNTXT AI, a UAE-based data and AI company, today announced the acquisition of Actualize, an enterprise AI company building dialect-aware Arabic voice agents for the GCC, powered by realistic Arabic speech models. The acquisition brings Actualize’s technology and team into CNTXT AI, strengthening its Arabic voice AI and enabling sovereign AI agents that can act on requests, not just respond to them, across enterprise and government environments. Actualize adds capabilities…

SBC Summit has overhauled its ticketing structure with the introduction of five dedicated pass categories, while Affiliate Leaders Summit will now operate as a standalone event with its own separate ticketing system, reflecting the event’s continued growth and increasing audience diversification. With early bird pricing set to end on 5 June, attendees have limited time remaining to secure discounted rates before standard pricing takes effect. Returning to Lisbon’s Feira Internacional de Lisboa and MEO Arena from 29 September to 1 October, SBC Summit has grown far beyond the traditional conference and exhibition format, now bringing together operators, affiliates, suppliers, payment providers, regulators, media, startups, and investors through a…

Kuwait, 30 May 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) concluded its official sponsorship of the State of Kuwait’s participation in the 4th GCC Games, held in the Qatari capital, Doha, from May 11 to 22, with broad participation from athletes representing GCC countries. The sponsorship reflects the Bank’s ongoing commitment to supporting Kuwaiti youth and empowering national talents, while reinforcing Kuwait’s presence at regional and international sporting events. The Kuwaiti sports delegation delivered outstanding results during the Games, winning a total of 60 medals, including 14 gold, 17 silver, and 29 bronze, in an

The national efforts of the Ministry of Interior personnel are highly valued, reflecting a strong sense of responsibility and a vital role in safeguarding the community while maintaining its security and stability. Kuwait, 1 June 2026 In appreciation of the vigilant eyes protecting Kuwait’s security, the men who have borne the responsibility of protecting the country with utmost sincerity and dedication, and those who have been on duty around the clock to maintain its stability, Burgan Bank concluded its national initiative for honoring the Ministry of Interior’s frontline heroes by offering a range of exclusive gifts in c

Global EDM icon Tiësto will headline the third edition of INFINITY Lisbon, closing SBC Summit 2026 with a standout performance at the MEO Arena. With a career spanning more than three decades, he remains one of the most influential figures in electronic music. Over the course of his career, Tiësto has, and continues to, shape global dance culture through genre-defining tracks, chart-topping hits, and collaborations with some of the world’s biggest artists, building a catalogue that has influenced generations of producers and fans alike. Tiësto will take over Lisbon’s MEO Arena on Thursday, 1 October, joined by Dutch duo BlasterJaxx for a high-energy night of live performances,…

Kuwait, 26 May 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) announced its cooperation with the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs on an initiative to serve Hajj pilgrims departing through Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4). This comes as part of the Bank’s efforts to contribute to community and humanitarian initiatives, in line with its main slogan, “Bank for Life.” This initiative coincides with the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs’ allocation of a fully integrated booth at Kuwait International Airport to serve pilgrims throughout the Hajj season. The booth provides guidance and assistance, while

Kuwait, 25 May 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) Group, through its investment arm KIB Invest, announced its participation as Joint Lead Manager in the successful issuance of a USD 1 billion Sukuk by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), one of the world’s highest-rated multilateral development institutions. This landmark issuance is considered a significant transaction in the international Islamic capital markets, as it was issued by IsDB, which holds the highest credit ratings of Aaa by Moody’s, AAA by S&P, and AAA by Fitch, all with stable outlooks. KIB Group’s participation in the strategically important transactio

Behbehani Motors Company awarded the region’s top honour for the third time, following previous wins in 2021 and 2022 Kuwait. Porsche Centre Kuwait has been named the 2025 Porsche Importer of the Year for the Middle East region. The award recognises the retailer’s exceptional performance across all areas of the business. Following previous wins in 2021 and 2022, the latest achievement marks the third time in five years that the Behbehani Motors Company team has finished in first place in the annual competition. Judging criteria include customer satisfaction, service quality, sales innovation, team efficiency, and the a

Kuwait 25th May 2026- As part of its ongoing commitment to community engagement and customer experience, Ooredoo Kuwait has launched a special initiative at Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 4 to bid farewell to Hajj pilgrims ahead of the 2026 pilgrimage season, while also introducing an exclusive Hajj connectivity package tailored to travelers’ needs. Recognized as the “Telecom Company of the Year,” the company said the initiative reflects its strategy of placing people and meaningful human connections at the center of its operations, extending beyond telecommunications services to create memorable experience

Accelerated obesity intervention in the UAE could benefit more than 1.2 million people, unlock $1.5 billion in healthcare savings, and boost GDP growth by 1.5 percentage points by 2031, positioning obesity intervention as a critical policy and economic priority, according to a new report by Whiteshield, commissioned by Eli Lilly (Suisse) S.A.  (Lilly). The report explores far-reaching positive impacts across the UAE’s health, economy, society, and education, demonstrating how coordinated, cross-sector obesity strategies can drive long-term transformation in line with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision. Dubai, United Arab Emirates,May 2026 – A UAE report by AI economics policy advisory Whiteshield,…