Author: Mahdeehassan

The Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA) has announced partnerships with governments of the UAE and Bahrain to expand its efforts in industrial decarbonisation across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This is the ITA’s second region of focus, following the early success of its Brazil programme, announced in a partnership with Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade and Services in July this year. The industrial sector contributes 40% to MENA’s GDP, surpassing the global average of 26%, and with advantages in both conventional energy and renewable energy generation, the MENA region is well-positioned to lead the global decarbonisation of…

Adorned with elegant decorations, delicate snowflakes, and twinkling lights, rediscover the magic of the holidays at Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites. Located on the picturesque eastern crescent of Palm Jumeirah and featuring breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf, this all-inclusive, all-exclusive escape is transforming into a cool winter wonderland, brimming with holiday warmth. Throughout the season, in-house guests can enjoy lavish holiday feasts, plenty of live entertainment, and an inviting festive atmosphere, along with gaining access to the Festive Eve Dinner, Festive Brunch, New Year’s Eve Brunch, and more, all included in the price. Festive Market Get into…

Cisco introduces Wi-Fi 7 access points, with the intelligence, security and assurance of Cisco’s advanced networking portfolio. New AI-native wireless is location-aware, instantly adapts to any environment and continuously optimizes—with the power of Cisco Spaces built in to create smart workplaces. Unified subscription and hardware give Cisco customers ultimate flexibility by offering a seamless wireless management experience across cloud, on-premises and hybrid networks.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – BECO Capital, a leading early-stage venture capital firm, announced a $20M investment from SVC further strengthening its commitment to supporting the burgeoning Saudi startup ecosystem. The investment marks a key moment in BECO’s ongoing efforts to back the region’s most promising technology companies, with a specific focus on Saudi Arabia’s emerging market. “We’re thrilled to deepen our partnership with SVC, a respected institution whose mission aligns with ours: driving growth and innovation in Saudi Arabia’s technology sector,” said Dany Farha, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at BECO Capital. “This collaboration is a natural extension of BECO’s…

ESET Research has released its latest APT Activity Report, which highlights activities of select advanced persistent threat (APT) groups that were documented by ESET researchers from April 2024 until the end of September 2024. ESET observed a notable expansion in targeting by China-aligned MirrorFace. Typically focused on Japanese entities, it extended its operations to include a diplomatic organization in the European Union for the first time, while continuing to prioritize its Japanese targets. Additionally, China-aligned APT groups have been increasingly relying on the open-source and multiplatform SoftEther VPN to maintain access to victims’ networks. Researchers also observed indications that Iran-aligned…

Muscat: National Bank of Oman (NBO) announces the launch of Garmin Pay., a seamless payment solution empowers customers to make secure, contactless payments directly from their Garmin smartwatches. As the first bank in Oman to offer Garmin Pay, NBO continues to lead digital banking innovation, providing customers with seamless and convenient ways to manage their finances. Garmin Pay allows NBO customers to store their NBO Credit, Debit and Badeel Prepaid Cards information securely on their Garmin devices, enabling transactions by simply tapping their smartwatch. This secure, hassle-free payment method aligns with NBO’s commitment to enhancing customer experiences through advanced digital solutions,…

Dubai, UAE: The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) proudly announces the successful completion of the 28th cycle of the national campaign known as the ‘Can Collection Drive’, it was held on 9th November and covered all the Emirates. This is the 1st action programme that the EEG rolled out in 1997 to engage all the sectors of the society in hands on activity. It is part of its ongoing commitment to promoting sustainable practices amongst the different sectors of the society in the UAE. Under the theme “With a ‘Can do’ attitude, the future is in our hands”, this programme aims first and foremost to…

Abu Dhabi Art announces that House of Artisans will be conceiving and designing the Community Partners exhibition at Abu Dhabi Art this year under the theme of Crafts as a Language. Abu Dhabi Art is a platform that fosters community engagement through a wide array of initiatives including student exhibitions and awards, talks, and events throughout the year. The culmination of these efforts comes together in November during the art fair, building bridges between art and the local community. The Fair has also shared announcements on its Art + Tech programme this year titled Where Creativity Meets Technology and on the winners of the annual Student…

November 2024, United Arab Emirates: As the city prepares for the 2024 Dubai Fitness Challenge, METRO BRAZIL is proud to unveil its latest innovation in sportswear, inspired by the month-long wellness initiative led by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai. This collection is designed to support participants taking on the 30×30 challenge—30 minutes of exercise for 30 days—combining advanced textile technology with stylish, functional designs that promise optimal comfort and performance. METRO BRAZIL‘s activewear incorporates state-of-the-art Hydrophilic Treatment, ensuring moisture management by keeping athletes dry during exercise. This technology aids…

Line Investments & Property SP LLC, a prominent subsidiary of LuLu International Holding, proudly announces its outstanding success at the MECS+R Shopping Centre & Retailer Awards 2024. The company’s portfolio of malls earned an impressive total of 21 prestigious awards, solidifying its leadership in the retail and property management industry across the MENA region. These awards highlight the company’s dedication to excellence in innovation, design, customer engagement, and sustainability within its shopping destinations. Each local and regional accolade reflects the strategic efforts by Line Investments & Property SP LLC to enhance the shopping and lifestyle experience for millions of visitors.…