Flynas to begin flights to Addis Ababa from Riyadh and Jeddah (Image: Supplied by flynas)

Flynas to begin new flight between Jeddah and Ankara

It will operate a direct weekly flight starting November 7

CORE42

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Core42, AWS collaborate to accelerate digital transformation

This collaboration will be driven by harnessing existing AWS cloud and AI services, and Core42’s deep expertise in AI and digital solutions

UAE PRES MEETS WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME CHIEF OVER GAZA CRISIS

Gaza: UAE President receives World Food Programme Executive Director

The meeting addressed cooperation between the UAE and WFP in addressing food security challenges and ensuring food provision to Gaza

FAB’s Q3 2023 profit surges by 48% on revenue boost

FAB’s Q3 2023 profit surges by 48% on revenue boost

The banking group’s operating income reached Dhs7bn in Q3 2023, a 27 per cent YoY increase compared to Dhs5.5bn in the third quarter of 2022

BUSINESS LICENCE

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Dubai Tourism, Avaya to build AI-powered platform to streamline business licences

The platform aims to help digitise the process of business licence applications, using AI to solve the most common pain-points in the journey

cybersecurity

GITEX Global 2023: Seclore combines cybersecurity with data-centric solutions

The Middle East witnessed a 77 per cent increase in ransomware activities in the first quarter of 2023, highlighting the need for significant cybersecurity investments by enterprises

iraq

UAE’s Crescent, Iraq launch deals to develop three oil and gas fields

The Crescent Petroleum contracts are expected to begin producing 400 million standard cubic feet per day of natural gas within 18 months

CITYSCAPE BAHRAIN

Cityscape Bahrain set to return in November 2023

The event highlights the country’s commitment towards accelerating the growth and development of the real estate sector

Virtuzone allots over Dhs50m to get businesses tax-ready

Virtuzone allocates over Dhs50m to get businesses tax-ready

The company will provide SMEs with free corporate tax registration, free accounting services, and compliance guarantee

Saudi Arabia launches bus services project to connect 200 cities Image Saudi Press Agency

Saudi Arabia launches major bus services project to link 200 cities, provinces

The bus services project is expected to add SAR3.2bn to the kingdom’s gross domestic product.

Ride-hailing firm Yango sets up global office in Dubai

Yango sets up global office in Dubai

The global office will serve as a centre of excellence for the company’s operations in more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Africa, and beyond

UAE, Saudi Arabia lead MENA VC fundraising

UAE, Saudi Arabia lead MENA VC fundraising, says MAGNiTT

The fundraising in Q3 2033 contributed to $1.4bn raised through 286 transactions in the first nine months of the year

Abu Dhabi’s G42, OpenAI partner Middle East AI push

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: G42, OpenAI partner to advance AI in Middle East

The partnership will focus on delivering OpenAI’s generative AI models across sectors spanning financial services to energy and healthcare

UAE’s AI Office, Core42 partner to enhance national talents

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: UAE’s AI Office, Core42 partner to enhance national talents

The strategy represents a significant stride towards emphasising the importance of developing national talents within the digital sector

Visa unveils visa installament payment solution in GCC Image Getty Images

Visa unveils new payment installment solution for cardholders

Participating card issuers and acquirers in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar will be able to offer cardholders flexible and transparent payment plans at merchant checkouts, both in-store and online

number one and three-time champion Rory McIlroy to return for the Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2024

Three-time champion Rory McIlroy to return for Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2024

The premium golf championship is set to return to the Emirates Golf Club, from January 18 to 21 next year

Dubai Police unveils virtual cop, luxury marine patrol car Image Dubai Police at Gitex Global 2023

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Dubai Police unveils virtual cop, luxury marine and self-driving patrol vehicles

Dubai Police is presenting several innovations, modern technologies, and services at the exhibition, all aiming to enhance its role in enabling community happiness and security

ADNOC Gas, JERA Global ink multimillion LNG supply deal

ADNOC Gas signs multimillion LNG supply deal with JERA Global Markets

Natural gas continues to play a crucial role as a transitional fuel with lower carbon emissions compared to other fossil fuels

NH Collection Dubai The Palm introduces vegan-friendly rooms (Image: Supplied by Minor Hotels)

NH Collection Dubai The Palm unveils vegan-friendly rooms

They feature 100 per cent vegan wet amenities, while its dry amenities are made from sustainable products

Dubai Land Department's RDC showcases Al and metaverse tech to solve rental disputes at Gitex Global 2023 Image Supplied

Here’s how AI, metaverse will help solve rental disputes in Dubai

Dubai Land Department’s RDC unveiled Metaverse Litigation a virtual platform for real estate litigation sessions and the new Judicial Probe service, which uses AI

UAE investments in Turkiye hit Dhs20.6bn

World Investment Forum 2023: UAE investments in Turkiye hit Dhs20.6bn

The two nations are collaborating in areas such as climate change, energy, water, and food security

TECOM’s in5 reports 20% growth in funding for startups

Expand North Star 2023: Funding for startups at TECOM Group’s in5 surges by 20%

The innovation and entrepreneurship platform said 120 new ventures joined its ecosystem in the first nine months of 2023

Saudi Arabia extends e-visas to 63 countries GettyImages-1464744716-1

Visit visa update: Saudi Arabia e-visa offering now extends to 63 countries

Saudi visit visas are now available to citizens of Türkiye, Thailand, Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Seychelles, and Mauritius

DoH announces partnership with M42 to advance Precision Medicine in Abu Dhabi

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: DOH, M42 partner to further precision medicine in Abu Dhabi

The partnership will enable physicians to access pharmacogenomic reports for consenting participants of the Emirati Genome Program through Malaffi

Dubai Run 2023 registration opens Image DET

Dubai Run 2023: Registration now open for the world’s largest free fun run

Sheikh Zayed Road will transform into a racetrack on Sunday, November 26 for the Dubai Run event

Aster opens 175-bed multispecialty hospital in Muscat

Aster launches 175-bed multispecialty hospital in Muscat

The hospital is equipped with cutting-edge technology to deliver the highest standard of care

ADIO, Abu Dhabi Aviation partner to promote eVTOL aircraft

Air taxis in Abu Dhabi: ADIO, ADA partner to promote eVTOL aircraft

The two entities will collaborate with local and international partners to tap into synergies and shared technologies.

World Investment Forum 2023 begins in Abu Dhabi Image Supplied

Global leaders gather for World Investment Forum 2023 in Abu Dhabi

UN Secretary-General António Guterres, in a statement, urged forum participants to put the SDGs Stimulus Package into effect

Abu Dhabi terminal A

Abu Dhabi’s Terminal A to open on Nov 1: Airlines to transition in 3 phases, see details

When fully operational, Terminal A will be a shopper’s paradise covering 35,000m2 with 163 retail concessionaires and food and beverage outlets

Saudi Arabia launches Ardara and AlWadi Image Supplied

Saudi Arabia launches ARDARA and lifestyle destination AlWadi in Abha region

ARDARA aims to provide investment and partnership opportunities for investors in hospitality, arts, culture, food and agriculture, retail and entertainment