Author: Mahdeehassan

Sharjah Sustainable City – the first sustainable master-planned residential community developed by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in partnership with Diamond Developers, joined forces with the University of Sharjah’s College of Fine Arts and Design (CFAD) to promote sustainable agriculture among students. As part of this collaboration, the city recently participated in the Sustainability Day celebrations hosted by CFAD under the theme ‘Beyond the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.’ During the event, experts from the city conducted a special workshop titled “Plant Your Pot,” where approximately 300 students, faculty and staff learned about creative sustainable agriculture practices. Commenting on the…

Fujairah, UAE – Fuelre4m, a leading innovator in sustainable fuel optimisation and digitalisation, shared its forward-looking vision at the Fujairah Mining Forum, where the discussions centred on the mining sector’s critical role in the future of renewable energy, the imperative for ethical mining practices, and the transformative, yet evolving, role of AI. With the global demand for sustainable energy materials rising, Fuelre4m is poised to lead the charge in responsible, efficient, and technologically enhanced fuel management solutions. As the world accelerates toward renewable energy, the often-criticised mining sector holds a pivotal role in supplying essential materials for this transformation. Rob…

T-Vencubator, a pioneering entity offering venture building, venture capital, and incubation services, today has announced Tafweela as its inaugural venture building project. Tafweela is set to revolutionise the vehicle payments ecosystem in Egypt through its innovative end-to-end payment solution. This strategic move underscores T-Vencubator’s commitment to fostering disruptive startups that drive digital transformation across key sectors. Tafweela, founded in 2023 by visionary entrepreneur Marwan El Shayeb, is a newly introduced technology built to digitise vehicles and turn them into payment methods. By introducing a tap-and-go system, Tafweela empowers organisations to streamline operations, eliminate cash handling, and gain valuable insights into…

The offer, valid on purchases until December 23rd, 2024, applies to select Samsung 98″ line-up or OLED TVs from authorized retailers GCC, October 29, 2024 – Samsung Gulf Electronics has announced a new Samsung Care extended warranty program, providing its customers in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar an extra year of coverage on select premium TVs, and extending the total warranty period to two years. The offer, valid on purchases until December 23rd, 2024, applies to select Samsung 98″ line-up or OLED TVs from authorised retailers. The process of registering the new TV is simple and straightforward. After purchasing a qualifying Samsung TV…

 Emphor, a leading provider of innovative industrial process solutions and a subsidiary of Centena Group, is exhibiting its broad spectrum of high-tech solutions designed to assist the energy and industrial sectors in achieving their net-zero targets at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2024. ADIPEC 2024 presents an ideal platform for Emphor to reaffirm its commitment to innovation and sustainability within the region’s energy landscape. The company is showcasing its IPS (Industrial Process Solutions) solutions, including Flow Metering Systems, Gas Analyser Systems, and Continuous Emission Monitoring (CEM) solutions, at the event. Furthermore, the company will also showcase the expertise of…

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha is proud to announce that General Manager Carlo Javakhia features on the prestigious Hotelier Middle East General Manager Power List 2024. Celebrating his exceptional leadership and transformative achievements, this recognition supports the impact of his influence, with the property continuing to shine on a local and international level. A showcase of the region’s finest, the Hotelier Middle East General Manager Power List shortlists 100 names, selected on the strength of their achievements over the previous 12 months. Noted for his holistic mindset that combines business results with employee satisfaction, Carlo’s approach pushes boundaries to evolve the five-star luxury…

Between 13-16 October, 18 Palestinian startups participated in the 2024 GITEX Expand North Star Conference in Dubai. This event offered Palestinian entrepreneurs a rare opportunity to gain global exposure, form strategic partnerships, and attract the investment necessary to fuel their growth—and, by extension, contribute to Palestine’s economic recovery. Organised by the Innovative Private Sector Development (IPSD) Program, in collaboration with Intersect and Ibtikar Fund, the Palestinian Pavilion at Expand North Star spotlighted 18 of Palestine’s most innovative startups. These forward-thinking entrepreneurs presented cutting-edge solutions in areas such as AI, e-commerce, and more to an international audience of investors and industry…

Pargo, one of South Africa’s leading e-commerce logistics companies, is excited to announce its expansion into Egypt with the launch of its Collect and Return services, now available at over 500 Pargo Points, including Fawry, Circle-K and Basata stores. In the lead-up to this expansion, Pargo secured $4 million in funding. The funding will accelerate Pargo’s growth in Egypt’s booming e-commerce landscape, further enhancing its logistics network and enabling it to better meet the rising demand for affordable and convenient e-commerce delivery solutions. Pargo’s Unique Solution: Transforming Logistics, Reducing Costs Pargo offers a unique logistics solution that addresses the challenges…

Dubai – 22 OCT 2024 – CNTXT, a leading AI readiness and data solutions company, signed a partnership with AI71, a growing venture that develops AI applications powered by the Technology Innovation Institute’s Falcon AI models, at GITEX Global this week that will enhance the UAE’s AI data landscape. As part of the agreement, CNTXT will become AI71’s preferred data annotation partner. By focusing on critical areas such as data annotation and strategy, data governance and compliance, and AI readiness, CNTXT will help ensure that AI71 is equipped to maximize the value and impact of the data its AI solutions…

Genesys®, a global leader in AI-powered experience orchestration, has unveiled insights from a comprehensive global survey on generational customer service preferences, highlighting how Gen Z in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are reshaping customer engagement and workplace dynamics with strong demand for personalized across channels and supportive workplace environments. Ahead of GITEX, the technology event which seeks to redefine the digital economy landscape, which runs in Dubai from October 14-17, the survey provides businesses with valuable insights into the preferences and priorities of young consumers. The findings indicate Gen Z in the Middle East region place greater emphasis…