In response to global waste crisis and aligning with global commitments to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards and net-zero targets, an international consortium led by Roland Berger and BEEAH Group, in collaboration with DFINITY Foundation, and the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA), demonstrated the world’s first global incentive system to counteract the solid waste […]
Qatar’s non-energy private sector continued to record an improvement in business conditions towards the end of 2023, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index™ (PMI®) survey data from Qatar Financial Centre (QFC). Moreover, the rates of expansion in output and new business accelerated since October. The rise in the latter was sufficient to generate an […]
Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, today announces the launch of Hub71+ ClimateTech, a specialist ecosystem to support startups worldwide that are advancing the development and deployment of sustainable decarbonization technologies for a net zero future. Announced during the 28th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28), Hub71+ ClimateTech has launched with several founding […]
Mindware, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa, has announced its new strategic partnership with Vectra AI, the leader in AI-driven cyber threat detection and response. Kicking-off the alliance, Mindware will be furnishing sales and pre-sales skilled resources to ensure the correct positioning of the Vectra AI platform. Moreover, the distributor […]
Wio Bank PJSC, the region’s first platform bank, has become the first bank to roll out Mastercard’s Carbon Calculator in the EEMEA region, enabling customers to understand and consider the environmental impact of their purchases. Wio Bank was created to reboot banking in the UAE for both businesses and consumers. In alignment with the UAE’s […]
BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, announced the appointment of Vivien Lin as its Chief Product Officer. This strategic decision underscores BingX’s commitment to empowering crypto traders with continuous breakthroughs in its products and services. Vivien Lin will also take the role of Global Spokesperson of BingX, fostering transparent communication and strengthening its connection with […]
The National Bank of Fujairah (NBF) has hosted the latest in its long-running series of knowledge-sharing events. The two autumn events, which were attended by over 200 participants, showcased NBF’s pioneering sustainable and Islamic finance offerings, and ensured customers and delegates were kept abreast of developments in sustainability and the transition to net-zero. Countries in […]
BSA Law, a leading regional law firm, was delighted to host an exclusive networking reception on October 30th at the prestigious Palais du Luxembourg in Paris, under the patronage of French Senator Jean Hingray. The event coincided with the International Bar Association (IBA) Annual Conference, offering an unparalleled networking opportunity for legal professionals attending the […]
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) announced it will waive all regulatory fees for issuers wishing to list sustainability-related debt securities in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) throughout 2024. This fee waiver is effective immediately and will apply throughout 2024. This decision, announced today at COP28 by Ian Johnston, Chief Executive of the DFSA, […]
More than 100 climate tech startups will showcase their work at COP28 UAE’s Start Up Village in the Green Zone. Operating in diverse sectors such as sustainable transport and agriculture, solar energy, and several others, these startups offer innovative solutions that can contribute to a low-carbon future. The participation of these startups demonstrates the wide […]
