Author: Mahdeehassan

Dubai, UAE – In a market filled with formulaic hotel experiences, Shaza Hotels stands out for creating properties that immerse guests in the cultural and emotional fabric of their destinations. Every Shaza hotel draws inspiration from the ancient Silk Route. It is envisioned not just as accommodation, but as a statement in architecture, a guest favourite, and a commercially sound investment for owners. Shaji Abu Salih, Vice President, Business Development and Growth, Shaza Hotels and Mysk by Shaza, said, “At Shaza, our ambition isn’t to replicate, it’s to redefine. Each hotel is crafted to be a signature destination, remembered by guests…

Dubai, UAE – In line with the UAE’s recently introduced national campaign ‘“The Emirates: The Startup Capital of the World,” announced by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum; IFZA has announced the launch of the first cohort of Scale360, a program designed to equip founders with the tools, mentorship, and resources needed to scale their ventures into the UAE market and shape the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders. Scale360, powered by IFZA in partnership with Plug and Play, reinforces the company’s commitment to empowering startups and attracting global innovation. The announcement follows the program’s first selection process that has…

FootAR, a Portuguese start-up that transforms real-life sporting events into immersive digitalexperiences in real time, was one of the standout participants at the SBC Summit Lisbon, whichtook place from 16 to 18 September 2025. It was the world’s largest event dedicated to theiGaming sector. This start-up, which is actively seeking opportunities and investment within the iGaming industry,has a proven track record in media. It has supported some of Portugal’s largest media companiesin engaging younger audiences and fostering loyalty through its proprietary tools. Among theseis the award-winning FootAR Widget, which generates 3D animations from live sports events. Dubbed “The Greatest Show…

Dubai, UAE: Following the successful launch of Park Five, which includes the initial buildings Elm, Ember, and Neem, Deyaar Development PJSC (“Deyaar”) has revealed the final phase by announcing Ivy and Alder as two projects within this vibrant community in Dubai Production City. The projects comprise a total of 277 residential units with distinctive modern designs. The final phase embodies the principles of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, aimed at enhancing community living and sustainability. Commenting on the launch, Saeed Mohammed Al Qatami, CEO of Deyaar, said: “This project marks a significant step in our overall vision for developing Park Five as…

Everest View for Real Estate Development, headed by Eng. Mohamed Samir El-Shenawy, announced a series of exclusive offers during Cityscape Egypt, the country’s leading real estate exhibition. The company stated that the offers include payment plans starting from 0% down payment with installments extending up to 10 years, in addition to special discounts on cash purchases. Units are available for immediate delivery across projects in 6th of October, Sheikh Zayed, New Zayed, Green October, and New Sheikh Zayed. Everest View confirmed the early handover of Montania Compound, completion of 60% of Montania Park, and the full sale of the first…

Muscat: In recognition of its outstanding growth trajectory, and strong performance in 2025, National Finance, the Sultanate of Oman’s leading finance company, was awarded the prestigious title of ‘Best Performing Company – Large Cap Category’ at the 2025 edition of the Alam Al Iktisaad Awards for Best Performing Listed Companies. The distinguished red-carpet ceremony was held under the auspices of H.E. Eng. Ahmed Al Dheeb, Deputy Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ), who presented the award, with Mr. Saam Al Habsi, Chief Operations Officer at National Finance, accepting it on behalf of the company.…

Oxford Business Group teams up with Madinah Region Development Authority for a special report on the region’s socio-economic transformation Al Madinah, September 2025: The sweeping socio-economic transformations taking place in the historic Saudi region of Al Madinah are the focus of the latest report by global business intelligence and advisory firm Oxford Business Group (OBG). Entitled Bright Horizons: Socio-economic Transformation in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, the report examines the region’s commitment to community well-being, economic diversification and urban renewal in alignment with the objectives of Vision 2030. In the coverage on citizen well-being, the report explores how the region is…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Hakkini Mental Health Clinics has recruited 17 qualified professionals since opening its first Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) clinic in May and plans to add more than 40 certified clinicians over the next 15 months. The rapid expansion comes as demand for mental health services in the UAE surges, with the sector projected to generate revenues of US$150 million this year. Hakkini Mental Health Clinics has built a world-class team of 17 highly qualified practitioners since opening its first Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) clinic in February 2025. Together, the team brings over two centuries of combined clinical experience,…

Dubai, UAE – Engel & Völkers Middle East and Phillips in association with Bacs & Russo came together in Dubai to host an exclusive evening that set the stage for one of the world’s most anticipated watch auctions. The event, held at a striking villa in Jumeirah Golf Estates, introduced collectors and connoisseurs to an extraordinary selection of timepieces ahead of Phillips’ forthcoming Decade One: 2015–2025 auction in Geneva this November. The collaboration between Engel & Völkers Middle East, a leading name in premium real estate, and Phillips, the world’s premier auction house for watches, underscored the growing synergy between global…

Dubai:— Emergent, one of the fastest growing AI startups globally, announced $30 million in total funding, including a new $23 million Series A led by Lightspeed. This follows a $7 million seed round raised earlier in the year. Founded in 2025 in San Francisco, Emergent has already reached $15 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) within just 90 days of launch, making it one of the fastest-growing AI-startups globally. With MENA emerging as one of the most active hubs for software innovation and SME digital transformation, Emergent’s entry into the region is set to empower entrepreneurs and small businesses to…