Overall spending on information and communications technology (ICT) across the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) will top $233.8 billion this year, an increase of 3.9% over 2022. That’s according to the latest predictions presented today by International Data Corporation (IDC) as more than 400 senior executives from the region’s most influential technology vendors, telecommunications […]
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Ajman Chamber organizes the 2022 Partners Forum to honor its strategic partners
The Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) organized the 2022 Partners Forum, to honor its strategic partners from local and federal government entities and private entities, in appreciation of their contribution to the Ajman Chamber’s achievements and projects during 2022. The honoring ceremony was attended by H.E. Dr. Amna Khalifa Al Ali, Chairwoman of […]
ADNOC signs agreements with 23 companies for local manufacturing opportunities worth AED 17bln
ADNOC, a reliable and responsible provider of lower-carbon intensity energy, today announced it has signed agreements with 23 UAE and international companies for local manufacturing opportunities across a wide range of critical industrial products worth AED17 billion ($4.63 billion). The agreements outline the intention of the companies to manufacture these products in the UAE, supporting […]
Abu Dhabi startup Krews joins forces with Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company
In a major boost to the sports and entertainment sector in Abu Dhabi, Krews, a Hub71 startup, secured an agreement with Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company (ADEC) to digitize the operations of Zayed Sports City and ACTIVE Al Maryah through its integrated platform QPortal. The agreement will bring a host of benefits to both customers and […]
SmartCrowd takes AB UAE Achievement Award
SmartCrowd, the MENA region’s largest real estate crowdfunding platform, scooped the Start-up Company of the Year award in one of the region’s most prestigious awards. Winners of the Arabian Business Achievement Awards 2023 were revealed at an “industry Oscars” event on Thursday, January 26 held in the stunning surroundings of Dubai’s Museum of the Future. SmartCrowd’s innovative […]
Transformational tech, UK world-leading innovations and live surgery showcased on the UK Pavilion at Arab Health 2023
Over 250 UK companies, NHS Trusts and private hospitals groups are united at Arab Health 2023 to showcase world-leading innovations and industry firsts. The UK Pavilion – the second largest pavilion at Arab Health 2023 – highlighted UK healthcare innovation and celebrated collaborations between healthcare providers, clinicians, NHS Trusts and healthcare technology companies. Organised by […]
BD strengthens the region’s patient care experience and promote sustainable healthcare at Arab Health 2023
The Dubai branch of BD (Becton, Dickinson, and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, showcased its industry-leading medical technology solutions at Arab Health 2023, taking place from January 30 to February 2, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Center. During the event, the company exchanged crucial insights and presented innovations that strive […]
Acclaimed British artist and author Trevor Waugh to give a live demonstration and Art Talk on sustainable art in Dubai
Art Sparkle with Trevor Waugh’, a watercolour activation by IWS Arabia, will take place on Friday, February 3rd,2023, from 5 p. m. to 9 p. m. at Reem Art Gallery, Jumeirah. There’s nothing quite as relaxing as putting a brush to watercolours and watching a new masterpiece come to life. But unfortunately, not all of […]
The top trend/tech innovation that will disrupt your industry – Soham Shah, CEO of Selfdrive.ae
As we move into 2023, the car rental industry is expected to change in several ways. We have seen a few of these changes in the last year or two, but more are on the horizon. Some of these changes will be driven by technological advances, while others will result from changing consumer preferences. But […]
re.life market enables recycling through AED100 million worth of trades on its platform
re.life market, the virtual marketplace for business-to-business buying and selling of recovered commodities, recorded over 150,000 tonnes of recyclable material being traded on the platform in 2022, amounting to over AED100 million in value. This is a major milestone for the platform, which was launched by re.life in 2021, and a powerful indicator of the […]