SHARJAH, 10th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology (SAASST), part of the University of Sharjah, inaugurated the first-ever UAE-Italy bilateral forum on space sciences and astronomy. Organised alongside Italy’s National Institute for Astrophysics (INAF), and under the patronage of the Italian embassy in the UAE, the three-day event […]
DUBAI, 9th February, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri, Minister of State and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Drug Establishment, today officially launched the Emirates Drug Establishment at the World Health Expo 2026 (WHX 2026). The event was attended by Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention; […]
ABU DHABI, 9th February, 2026 (WAM) — Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has entered a new chapter in its mission to shape the future of technology and society with the official launch of The Academy. Unveiled as a core strategic pillar of the university, The Academy serves as a global platform for […]
ABU DHABI, 9th February, 2026 (WAM) — Khazna Data Centers today announced the launch of Khazna NexOps, a dedicated, in-house operations organisation designed to deliver a new standard of consistency, responsiveness, and operational excellence for hyperscale and AI-era infrastructure. With this launch, Khazna has transitioned from a vendor-driven operations model to an insourced capability across […]
DUBAI, 9th February, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced the launch of Phase II of the Real Estate Tokenisation Project, marking the start of resale activity in the secondary market starting 20 February, in a strategic step that reflects the project’s transition from a pilot phase to a more advanced operational stage, […]
DUBAI, 8th February, 2026 (WAM) — As part of its continuous efforts to consolidate Dubai’s standing as a global model for the rule of law, the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department has announced the launch of its new Strategic Plan 2026–2028. This new Strategic Plan underscores the Department’s commitment to enhancing its strategic effectiveness […]
WASHINGTON, 6th February, 2026 (WAM) — OpenAI has launched GPT-5.3-Codex, a new Codex model it says expands Codex from coding assistance into a computer-using agent for a broader range of professional tasks. OpenAI described the release as a step up from GPT-5.2-Codex, combining coding performance with stronger reasoning and professional knowledge in one system. It […]
ABU DHABI, 6th February, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE State Security Department (SSD) has announced the launch of the “SSD” service to receive security reports from members of the public. The service provides a direct communication channel dedicated to reporting any potential risks or threats that may affect the safety of individuals and the stability […]
NEW YORK, 5th February, 2026 (WAM) — The United States announced the signing of 11 new cooperation frameworks and memoranda of understanding with partner countries, alongside the launch of the Forum on Geostrategic Resource Engagement (FORGE) to coordinate international policies, at the conclusion of the 2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial hosted by the US Department of […]
DUBAI, 5th February, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), and Crescent Enterprises today announced a Dubai-based microbiome research and development (R&D) initiative, the ‘Global Microbiome Ecosystem’. Launched at The Microbiome Revolution symposium in Dubai, the initiative aims to develop a world-leading, intellectual property (IP)-focused ecosystem for the […]
ABU DHABI, 4th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has launched a major initiative in support of efforts to eradicate river blindness (Onchocerciasis) in Ghana by 2030, targeting seven million direct and more than 35 million indirect beneficiaries over the next three years. The initiative was announced during […]
ABU DHABI, 4th February, 2026 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination, in collaboration with strategic partners worldwide, marked the International Day of Human Fraternity by launching a film carrying a global humanitarian message focused on human dignity, inclusion and equal opportunity. The message emanates from Abu Dhabi, a city that has placed humanity […]
