Majority of UAE businesses don’t strictly apply customer data protection policies, despite heavy reliance on third-party trackers and ad platforms: Survey The survey also revealed that only 24% of the businesses are fully acquainted with privacy laws.   Dubai—September 22, 2021:  According to a recently-released survey, ......Read More

• Majid Al Futtaim supports the UAE Government’s NAFIS programme to accelerate the nation’s development journey, while boosting the economy • Majid Al Futtaim set to hire 3,000 Emiratis across its UAE workforce and diverse portfolio, including Retail, Leisure, Entertainment and Cinemas • Renewed focus lies in ......Read More

Nigo named Artistic Director of Maison KENZO               ...Read More

QNET announces triumphant win at TITAN Business Awards, Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards, and NYX Awards Dubai, UAE, September 15, 2021:  QNET, a prominent e-commerce based direct selling company, proudly received a series of six awards for its innovative digital practices and its ongoing commitment to improving underserved ......Read More

UAE’s Al Dhafra solar project will contribute the shift to sustainable energy Abu Dhabi,15 September 2021:  Hitachi ABB Power Grids today announced that it will supply large generator step-up (GSU) transformers, protection and telecommunication systems to China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC), the EPC (Engineering, ......Read More

September 15, 2021 — Ogilvy is pleased to announce that Ben Messiaen has been named Chief Client Officer for EMEA. Shared Paul O’Donnell, CEO Ogilvy EMEA, “Throughout his career at Ogilvy, Ben has effectively galvanized teams to drive transformative ideas that create impact. He brings to this role extensive experience using ......Read More

• UAE companies benefit from a co-located, concentrated innovation ecosystem and supply chain • The Middle East houses a multitude of proven Innovation Districts and centers  • Arthur D. Little report sheds light on imperative steps before future projects are pursued   Dubai, UAE – 13, September ......Read More

Sharjah - September 12, 2021:   With the start of the Big Five Show, the Mena region’s largest building and construction show, which takes place from September 12-15 at the Dubai World Trade Center, the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) stand is attracting a large number of investors who expressed their willingness to visit the ......Read More

Moscow, 12 September 2021: The Emirate of Sharjah's trade mission to Russia, headed by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) and represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Center (SEDC), saw the organization of several activities as part of the Sharjah Week in Russia. One of these activities is the meeting held at the ......Read More

Results scientifically proven in tests carried out in a BSL-3 laboratory by the independent Dutch research organisation, TNO Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 08, September 2021: Tests done by internationally accredited laboratory TNO show that the Eureka Forbes Coronaguard achieves a 94.9% reduction in the covid -19 virus after 15 minutes in a ......Read More

Sharjah - 05, September 2021:  The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) is leading the Emirate's trade mission to Russia, which will take place from 7th to 12th September in Moscow and Saint Petersburg. The visit aims to enhance the economic, commercial, and investment cooperation between the two sides, as the UAE-Russia ......Read More

The platform will bring together top professionals and C-level executives from the industry to examine how technology is reimagining Banking innovation for 2021 and beyond. Dubai - September 02, 2021: Continuing the efforts to support the regional Fintech ecosystem, Exibex, the organizers of Finnovex Global Series, the leading summit on ......Read More

The Aeron Chair Portfolio, including new colorway Onyx Ultra Matte, and other product and packaging solutions will incorporate mismanaged plastic waste found near waterways, as part of the company’s commitment to use 50% recycled content in all materials by 2030.  September 02, 2021:   Today, Herman Miller (NASDAQ;MLHR) ......Read More

• Agthia’s Board of Directors approves the acquisition of BMB Group • UAE-based BMB manufactures a wide variety of innovative confectionery, healthy snacks and food products • BMB is also an incubator and accelerator of healthy food brands across multiple snacking categories • The transaction, subject to ......Read More

• The surge in inflation is not a transitory phenomenon associated with the opening of economies • Rising prices are likely to erode returns on assets vulnerable to inflation • Investors should brace for a two-year period of rising prices • Gulf region unlikely to experience similar inflation ......Read More

• To provide ePassport renewal services for Philippines nationals in 13 more cities across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East by the third quarter of 2021. • VFS Global currently operates ePassport Renewal Centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, and Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on ......Read More

•         Statues created by award-winning sculptor Andy Scott revealed to fans across the world as they emerged from darkness into daybreak  •         Large scale galvanised steel sculptures of club legends are situated on the East Side of the Etihad Stadium •         Andy Scott to begin work on Sergio Aguero statue this autumn to complete the trio    August 28, 2021:  Manchester City Football Club is today thrilled to unveil permanent statues of Club legends Vincent Kompany and David Silva at the Etihad Stadium. Emerging from darkness into first visible light at day-break ......Read More

6th edition of GBF Africa to be held October 13-14 in partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai   Dubai, UAE - August 25, 2021: Dubai’s growing appeal as a strategic hub African companies that are keen to expand their global reach and tap into new trade opportunities will be a main focus of discussions at the 6th Global Business Forum ......Read More

NIRANJAN GIDWANI CONSULTANT DIRECTOR | MEMBER UAE SUPERBRANDS COUNCIL |  Whether it is the canvas of our life, our professional career, a challenge that we need to overcome, or an extremely simple task that we need to perform, choosing the right focal point can make all the difference. This applies in equal measure to what we do in ......Read More

• Award winning sculptor Scott secured prestigious commission amid exhaustive selection process which began in March 2020 • Kompany and Silva statues, delivered on schedule, to be revealed ahead of weekend’s fixture against Arsenal  • Aguero statue to follow next year, following the legend’s departure from the Club this summer • Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak points to further work being undertaken to permanently recognise Legends from the Club’s past eras   August 23, 2021:  Manchester City Football Club has revealed that award-winning sculptor Andy Scott was the artist who won the commission to create permanent statues of ......Read More

Citing IMF figures, GCC Countries Macroeconomic Indicators report notes region’s nominal GDP to reach USD 1.6 trillion this year COVID-19 vaccine rollout & upcoming mega events such as Expo 2020 Dubai seen to fuel GDP increase September 20, 2021 The nominal gross domestic product (GDP) of the six Gulf countries, which together constituted about 60 per cent of the total Arab region’s GDP in 2020, is projected to return to positive growth in 2021. Figures from the new ‘GCC Countries Macroeconomic Indicators 2021’ report revealed that the region’s economies will witness a significant increase of 14.51 per cent this year.  The report was ......Read More

September 06, 2021 - Al Ansari Exchange, the UAE-based foreign exchange and worldwide money transfer company, marked a new milestone with the opening of its 200th branch in the UAE. The latest branch, located in Sahara Center new extension, is the second branch of the company in this center and one of the eight branches inaugurated across the country this year with another 25 branches planned for opening before the end of next year, in preparation for the post pandemic expected business uptake. The new branches are a testament to Al Ansari Exchange’s commitment to continuously enhance the customer’s experience whether in physical branches or through online platforms. It ......Read More

Implementation of Ellos blockchain platform to ramp up digital transaction recording ABCC Lab to assist start-ups planning to enter the Brazilian and Arab market Innovation Committee to discuss technology-related concerns and strategies August 31, 2021-  As part of its mission to raise its social and technological standards to match international benchmarks, the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) announced the launching of ABCC 4.0 Space, which will facilitate further trade growth momentum between Brazil and the Arab world. The announcement was made in a webinar hosted by ABCC with the special participation of Marcos Pontes, Brazil’s Minister of Science, ......Read More