Agritech UAE

Agritech startup Graze-it launches operations in UAE, Saudi Arabia

By growing sustainable animal feed directly at the consumer’s site, the company aims to solve a major food security challenge in the Middle East

ADIB Egypt

ADIB, Simplifi partner to expand Egypt’s digital payment ecosystem

Both the organisations will work together to help companies issue scheme-enabled prepaid cards by reducing cost to launch and time to market

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UK-GCC free trade agreement: What’s on offer?

Increased trade and investment can unlock further growth in the UK and the GCC, and an ambitious free trade agreement is imperative

W Motors

Luxury hypercars manufacturer W Motors ventures into metaverse

W Motors is launching HyperWolves NFTs, representing the spirit animal of its cars, the Wolf

cartlow

Tomorrow first: Is the future of logistics here?

Experts from across the region’s logistics and freight sector give us the lowdown on advanced technologies, digitisation, e-commerce and other key trends transforming the sector

Nakheel unveils Dubai Islands' master plan (2)

Nakheel introduces master plan vision for Dubai Islands

Dubai Islands features over 20 kilometres of beaches, including a Blue Flag certified beach, approximately two square kilometres of parks and golf courses

cyberattacks

The underestimated impact of enterprise cyberattacks on individual consumers

In this era of heightened cybersecurity awareness, organisations that provide identity protection, build loyalty and drive customer advocacy

RTA

Dubai’s RTA sees 18% drop in energy consumption across its operations

It managed to reduce total emissions by 13 per cent in 2021

UAE residents

UAE residents aim to make their homes as sustainable as possible – survey

A total of 55 per cent of UAE residents look for sustainability parameters when purchasing electronic goods

Gold at three-week low as Fed officials reiterate hawkishness

Higher rates weigh on non-interest bearing bullion

Oil

Oil extends weekly drop as traders weigh more Iranian supply

A stronger dollar has also added to headwinds for commodities

UAE investments in H1 2022 rise 169.1% to Dhs1.9bn

UAE investments in Egypt rise 169.1% in first half FY 2022

The value of the trade exchange between Egypt and the UAE increased to about $1.2bn during the first quarter of 2022, an increase of 1.4 per cent over the same period in 2021

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Top tips for safe browsing and online security

There’s plenty that users can do to mitigate security and privacy risks when browsing the web and here are a few of the top ones

Cybersecurity

Here’s why you should bet on cybersecurity

Cybersecurity provides integrity, confidentiality, availability and privacy of online activities to prevent cybercrimes and digital attacks on networks

How to manage the demands of an evolving business environment

The importance of effective enterprise risk management has never been more crucial for senior finance executives, says Stephen McNally, CMA, CPA, chair of Institute of Management Accountants’ global board of directors for the 2021-2022 fiscal year

SEHHI programme launched in Abu Dhabi to encourage healthy food choices

Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre launches SEHHI programme for the community

The SEHHI programme seeks to encourage the community to consume healthy food and improve eating habits

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UAE, Saudi Arabia travellers prefer premium travel experiences, reveals study

According to Collinson, the most popular travel benefits among respondents were loyalty rewards, airport lounge access and frequent flyer rewards

metaverse

Corporates and metaverse: Here’s how to compete with the decentralised world

Metaverse will become the new normality and companies have already learned that digital transformation helps them stay competitive, says Shefiq Abdulla

Emaar Namshi sale

Dubai’s Emaar to sell online platform Namshi to Noon

Emaar will receive the equity value as the cash consideration

Covid-19 restrictions to be eased in UAE from September 28

UAE reports 693 Covid-19 cases, 659 recoveries

The nationwide case count has risen to 1,008,435

Bitcoin

Bitcoin continues retreat as 200-week average takes focus again

Cryptocurrencies have been battered this year as the Fed hiked rates amid elevated inflation readings

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Abu Dhabi to host one of region’s largest food and healthcare storage hubs

The hub will comprise four warehouses with over 80,000m2 of capacity

Gold

Gold heads for weekly drop amid mixed signals from Fed officials

Bullion is trading near a two-week low amid an ongoing discussion on whether the Fed will shift to less aggressive rate hikes

GB Tech Web3 Awards

First edition of GB Tech Web3 Awards to be held in Dubai

The GB Tech Web3 Awards will celebrate the most influential companies, startups and thought leaders from the Web3 community

Abu Dhabi launches Land Privileges Programme to support businesses

Abu Dhabi’s ADDED launches Land Incentives Programme

Land incentives will be offered at rates as low as Dhs5 per square metre, with beneficiaries also receiving long-term contracts

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ACWA Power, Uzbekistan ink three key energy agreements worth $12bn

The projects initiated will support Uzbekistan’s aim to diversify its energy mix, as it targets 8 GW and 12 GW of solar and wind capacity by 2026 and 2030, respectively

Arab countries economic forecasts for 2022-23 by Arab Monetary Fund

Expected economic growth rate for Arab countries to rise to 5.4% in 2022: AMF

According to the AMF’s outlook, Arab countries are expected to face relatively high inflation rates in 2022 due to local and global inflationary pressures

MBRAH Suppliers Complex Dubai South

Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub’s Suppliers Complex nears completion

The facility aims to host SMEs and startups by offering solutions that are designed for multipurpose activities

Emirates Airline retrofit commences

UAE’s Emirates to commence largest known fleet retrofit project in November

The airline’s target is to completely retrofit four aircraft from start to finish every month, continuously for over two years

Zoha Zoya is head of experience design at global innovation agency, R/GA

How the Middle East is shaping the future of luxury fashion retail

Fashion brands in the region are combining convenience with cultural and sustainability-driven purpose to appeal to a future-forward generation of shoppers