Author: Mahdeehassan

Ras Al-Khaimah / May 2026; Education For Employment-UAE (EFE-UAE), in collaboration with the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) and supported by Citi, has launched the 2026 edition of the AJYAL Program, a regional initiative designed to equip university students with the skills required to succeed in a rapidly evolving job market. The program was introduced at AURAK through a series of sessions focused on artificial intelligence, sustainability, and employability preparation, helping students develop the competencies needed to transition from university to the workforce. The name “AJYAL,” derived from the Arabic word for “generations,” reflects the program’s focus on…

Kuwait City – 16 May 2026 — At a time when Kuwaiti women are playing an increasingly influential role in shaping the nation’s economic and social landscape, Ooredoo Kuwait has reaffirmed its position as one of the country’s leading corporate advocates for female empowerment, marking Kuwaiti Women’s Day with a renewed commitment to diversity, inclusion and leadership development. The leading telecom company and digital enabler confirmed that women now represent 28.5% of its workforce, with a growing presence across senior management and strategic leadership positions; reflecting the company’s long-term commitme

Kuwait, 16 May 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) announced joining the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC), marking a strategic step that reflects its ongoing commitment to advancing the real estate services ecosystem and enhancing the quality of property valuation in line with the highest international standards. This move builds on KIB’s position as one of the leading financial institutions in providing integrated real estate solutions, including financing, advisory, valuation, and real estate asset management. These services are supported by an advanced digital infrastructure that improves operational efficiency a

Kuwait, 17 May 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) celebrated the outstanding results achieved by Kuwait’s champions during the first week of the 4th GCC Games, currently taking place in Doha, Qatar. The event has brought together broad participation from GCC countries and features a high level of competition across various sports. KIB continues to support and stand alongside the Kuwaiti sports delegation as part of its official sponsorship of Kuwait’s participation in the Games, reflecting the Bank’s ongoing commitment to supporting Kuwaiti athletes and empowering them to represent Kuwait in the best possible light a

SBC Summit Tbilisi, presented by EGT and Amusnet, will return to Georgia this July with a conference agenda focused on helping stakeholders explore opportunities across Eastern Europe and Central Asia as the region’s gaming markets continue to evolve. Co-hosted with SMH, a Georgia-based company operating at the intersection of sports, media, and iGaming, the summit will take place at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace from 15-16 July 2026. Across the event’s two-day conference programme, attendees will hear from regional and global experts on how companies can scale successfully across Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Panels will explore the operational and payments infrastructure…

Real-time Arabic transcription at 150 ms on a standard iPhone, with audio that never leaves the device, bringing sovereign Arabic voice AI to phones, cars, and homes across the Arab world.   Abu Dhabi, UAE – May 13, 2026 – CNTXT AI today announced the launch of Munsit Edge, one of the first Arabic speech-to-text systems to run fully on-device, with no cloud connection required. Built on the same Munsit Arabic ASR (automatic speech recognition) model that has set a global benchmark for transcription accuracy across major Arabic dialects, Munsit Edge delivers real-time Arabic transcription on consumer hardware. For the…

An Inspiring Collaboration with Mawaheb Art Studio Celebrating People of Determination A wave of creativity, emotion, and human connection has arrived at Mercato Shopping Mall with the launch of Unfolding in Blue — a powerful sensory art exhibition running from 7th to 13th May 2026 in collaboration with Mawaheb Art Studio, the celebrated creative hub dedicated to empowering People of Determination through artistic expression and inclusion. More than a traditional exhibition, Unfolding in Blue invites visitors into an immersive multi-sensory experience inspired by the many emotional layers and symbolic beauty of the color blue. Thr

Kuwait, 13 May 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) participated in the opening ceremony of the 4th GCC Games in Doha, Qatar, as the official sponsor of Team Kuwait’s participation in this major event, hosted in Qatar from May 11 to 22. This sponsorship underscores KIB’s continued support for Kuwaiti athletes and its commitment to strengthening their presence at regional sporting events. The opening ceremony was attended by the President of the Kuwait Olympic Committee (KOC), Sheikh Fahad Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, alongside members of the Kuwaiti delegation and Marwah Marafie, Manager of Corporate Communications Unit,

Kuwait – 11 May 2026: Ooredoo Kuwait, the leading telecommunications and technology provider, has organised a blood donation campaign at its headquarters in cooperation with the Central Blood Bank, as part of its ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility and national support efforts. The initiative saw strong participation from employees across the company, who responded enthusiastically in a show of solidarity and humanitarian spirit. The campaign also forms part of Ooredoo Kuwait’s wider “Na’een w N’awon” initiative, which promotes community support and mutual assistance. The drive comes at

Kuwait, 11 May 2026: Kuwait International Bank (KIB), in collaboration with Visa, announced the launch of Visa+, a new service that enables customers to receive international transfers seamlessly using only their mobile number, without the need to share complex banking details. This service, the first of its kind in Kuwait’s banking sector, allows KIB customers to link their registered mobile number to the card of their choice through the KIB Mobile application, making it easier and more secure to receive funds from abroad. Launched for retail customers, the service responds to growing demand for fast, convenient, and secure finan