Author: Mahdeehassan

New certification sets standard for ethical, vegan-friendly products amid rising global demand DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Jan. 27, 2026 — Cruncho Chips, a Kuwait-based snack innovator, has become the first company worldwide to secure both Vegan and Cruelty-Free certification under NSF’s newly launched Protocol 543. This dual certification offers food brands a credible, science-backed path to meet the growing consumer demand for ethical and vegan products. The global vegan food market is projected to grow to more than $37 billion in 2030, with an annual growth rate of 10.63%. In the Middle East and Africa, the v

Kuwait, January 25, 2026: Kuwait Credit Information Network Company (CINET), Kuwait’s leading and sole provider of credit information and credit ratings, has won the Silver Award for Best Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Campaign at the Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) Awards, in recognition of its impactful “Mr. Score” video commercial and the integrated awareness campaign accompanying it. This regional recognition underscores CINET’s ongoing commitment to its social role in enhancing credit awareness and promoting financial credit in Kuwait, while reinforcing responsible credit behavi

UAE-based game-developing studio Khosouf Studio has raised a $600,000 seed round from Merak Capital. Founded in 2020 by Ahmad Al-Natsheh, Khosouf Studio develops narrative-driven games and immersive VR experiences. The investment was made through Merak Capital’s Gaming Fund, launched in 2024 with a size of $81 million, and delivered in partnership with the National Development Fund to support early-stage gaming studios building original intellectual property. The funding will support Khosouf Studio’s growth as it relocates its operations to Saudi Arabia, contributing to the Kingdom’s gaming ecosystem and its Vision 2030 ambition to become a global hub for interactive entertainment and game development. Press release:…

SBC Summit Malta 2026 will redefine the conference experience through a blend of strategy and practice, with the closing day devoted exclusively to workshops. Returning to the InterContinental Malta from 28–30 April, the summit goes beyond learning to connect 6,000 senior executives for three days of strategic networking and product exploration at Europe’s iGaming hub. Building on its 2025 transformation into SBC Summit Malta, the 2026 edition will strengthen its coverage of marketing, affiliation, casino and betting product innovation, regulation, and compliance. However, this time, delegates will experience a dual-structure programme that blends theory with real-world application, featuring strategic discussions…

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (Jan. 26, 2026) – Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) (“Faraday Future”, “FF” or “Company”), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today announced the Company showcased its FF 91, the Company’s new First Class EAI-MPV, FX Super One, and its innovative EAI robotics solutions at UMEX 2026 (Unmanned Systems Exhibition & Conference), held in Abu Dhabi from January 20 to 22. The event allowed the Company to present its forward-looking vision for EAI-driven mobility to the Middle East region, showcasing its new era of EAI vehicles and EAI robotics. During the…

Kuwait, 24 January 2026: In support of Kuwait Vision 2035 and in line with strengthening the State of Kuwait’s position as an attractive destination for tourism and major sporting events, Kuwait International Bank (KIB) recently held a press conference to unveil the details of the fourth season of its flagship sporting event, KIB | The Stadium. Organized by the Bank’s strategic partner, Suffix, the upcoming season will be dedicated to equestrian sport for the third consecutive year and will take place over two weekends, from February 5 to 14, at Marina Beach. KIB | The Stadium embodies the Bank’s commitment to supporting

VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens, in association with the Embassies of Czech Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany in Kuwait, has opened a state-of-the-art Visa Application Centre, to provide an enhanced visa application experience to residents in the State of Kuwait. The new premises feature an increased number of biometric enrolment counters to ensure a faster application process, alongside a refreshed look and feel that provides a comfortable, safe, secure, and privacy-enabled environment for all visitors. The renewed Visa Application Centre was

Beauty lovers are taking a nostalgic scroll down memory lane — and we’re here for it! The viral “2016 vs 2026 makeup” trend has taken over social feeds, spotlighting just how much our beauty routines (and brow philosophies) have evolved over the last decade. At Benefit Cosmetics, we love seeing how makeup trends shift — and how our iconic products continue to adapt to every era, every face, and every vibe. 2016 Makeup: Bold, Sculpted & Unapologetic In 2016, makeup was unapologetically bold. Brows were structured, cheekbones were sculpted, and glow was anything but subtle — and Benefit was right at

The Bank welcomed 200 new employees hired in 2025, with Kuwaitization rate of 94.29% • Recruitment aligned with national employment priorities and Kuwait Vision 2035 • Burgan Bank reinforces employer-of-choice positioning through structured talent development • The Bank’s flagship Ro’ya leadership program advances high-potential talent across four leadership streams • Strategic partnerships with leading institutions support continuous skills development • Burgan Bank recognized with regional and international awards for talent development excellence • First bank in Kuwait to be cer

Celebrating the Arrival of Stranger Things Season 5 with Exclusive Limited-Edition Timepieces Casio Middle East and Africa is thrilled to announce the availability of a brand-new limited-edition collaboration with the globally acclaimed Netflix series “Stranger Things.” This marks the second special partnership between CASIO and the hit supernatural mystery franchise, arriving just in time to celebrate the release of Season 5, the final chapter of the series. The collection features two uniquely designed models — DW-5600STT-1 and AQ-800EST-1A — both drawing creative inspiration from the parallel worlds central to