UAE to localize 5,000+ products in push for industrial sovereignty – Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Group CEO Dr. Sultan Al Jaber The United Arab Emirates (UAE) pledged $49 billion in industrial procurement opportunities on Monday and announced plans to localize more than 5,000 products as the Gulf state doubled down on […]
Sdeira Group, part of AD Ports Group, is participating in the latest edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026 with a strategic vision that reflects its evolution from a staff accommodation provider into an integrated livability platform. The platform brings together accommodation, facilities management, catering services, retail offerings, laundry services, recreation and events services, […]
Built on deep tech developed by TII, TACTICA AI moves beyond dashboards to help decision-makers turn fragmented intelligence, sensor, and operational data into action Showcased during Make it in the Emirates 2026, the platform has already been validated through real-world deployments in mission-critical environments Built in Abu Dhabi, connected globally, TACTICA AI integrates partnerships with […]
Weekly Tuesday releases from January 6 through June 2 extend conversations from Doha Debates’ flagship debates and global town halls Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates continues the rollout of its weekly Doha Debates Podcast episodes, airing every Tuesday through June 2. Since launching on January 6, the season has brought leading global thinkers into direct conversation […]
In response to requests from a large number of participants, the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE) has extended the submission deadline for the fifth cycle of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award to 30 September 2026. The extension aims to enable the widest possible participation from applicants around the world. Launched by HH […]
New capabilities make it possible to safely deploy AI agents on the most sensitive and regulated data — with hardware-enforced, verifiable rules and cryptographic guarantees built to withstand quantum computing OPAQUE, the Confidential AI company headquartered in San Francisco, California, today announced it has acquired advanced cryptographic AI technologies from the Technology Innovation Institute […]
Leaders of Dubai-based unicorn companies have reaffirmed the emirate’s status as a global hub for digital innovation and technology-led growth. The senior executives highlighted Dubai’s forward-looking regulatory environment, advanced infrastructure, and ability to attract international talent as key factors strengthening its appeal for high-growth digital businesses. They noted that Dubai has evolved into a […]
The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) today signed a USD 15 million development loan agreement with the Republic of Palau, marking the Fund’s first-ever development partnership in the Pacific island nation. The agreement was signed by H.E. Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, Chief Executive Officer of SFD, and H.E. Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the […]
Following the announcement by the CAF Appeal Board, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) welcomes the decision, which reaffirms the primacy of competition regulations and reinforces the conditions necessary for the proper conduct of international tournaments. From the outset, following the incidents that led to the interruption of the match, the FRMF maintained a clear […]
RAK Ports has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with APT Global, marking a major milestone in Ras Al Khaimah’s industrial growth strategy. This investment is supported by Saqr 2.0, RAK Ports’ greenfield port development designed to accommodate continued growth in the region. APT Global will invest ~AED 50 million to develop ~700K sqft facility […]
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Dubai Chambers have announced a strategic partnership with IQ Fulfillment, a regional leader in robotics-driven fulfillment and AI-powered logistics solutions, under the Dubai Traders initiative. The partnership marks a significant milestone in Dubai Traders’ evolution, expanding its scope beyond marketplace access and digital onboarding to address […]
Largest edition in the summit’s history convened 6,250+ global leaders, policymakers, and experts from 150+ countries World leaders, including presidents from Switzerland, Sierra Leone, and beyond, lead strategic dialogues Under the leadership of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President […]
