AlUla-Low-Carbon-Tram project announced

Plans for new tram system in AlUla announced

The tram is expected to boost AlUla’s development as a tourist hotspot and modern living destination and will complement the existing autonomous pods shuttle service

RTA electric bus

Dubai’s RTA signs agreement to trial eco-friendly electric bus

The trial run will test innovative technologies to enhance the customer service experience and enable the bus to operate as a smart asset

Dubai Land department

Rent in Dubai can now be paid online rather than post-dated cheques

Tenants will soon be able to pay their rent automatically through online banking rather than post-dated cheques

UAE

UAE’s CEPA pacts to grow economy by 2.6% by 2030 – minister

In July, the UAE will sign its fourth comprehensive economic partnership agreement with Colombia

GE Digital

ADDED, GE Digital partner to accelerate digital transformation in Abu Dhabi’s manufacturing sector

Both organisations will adopt circular economy strategies to drive a more productive, advanced and innovative sector while reducing greenhouse gas emissions

DAr Al Takaful trades on Dubai Financial market

Dar Al Takaful and Watania complete merger, announce total share capital of Dhs260m

The merged company started trading on the Dubai Financial Market from July 4

DEWA adds 700MW of energy production capacity, totalling 14,117 MW, with 1,627 MW from renewable energy

Dubai’s DEWA adds 700MW of energy production capacity

The clean energy share in Dubai’s energy mix has reached 11.5 per cent and is expected to reach 14 per cent by the end of 2022

UAE reports 1,764 Covid-19 cases, 1,811 recoveries

The nationwide case count has risen to 952,960

Help AG Cribl

Help AG, Cribl partner to strengthen data security in UAE and Saudi Arabia

The partnership will enable customers to implement affordable data flow management technologies

Motivate Media Group and Motion Icon launch branding solutions

Motivate Media Group and Motion Icon partner to launch new branding solution in the region

The solutions will not only underpin brand ROI and customer conversion, but also bolster safety on escalators, while enhancing their appearance

policies

UAE approves 22 policies to expedite transition to circular economy

The policies focus on four main sectors of manufacturing, food, infrastructure, and transport

Cybersecurity

A look at how organisations can implement a successful cybersecurity strategy

Zero trust is one of the most effective security approaches in today’s ever-changing threat landscape

Tesla

Tesla deliveries dipped in quarter, snapping two-year streak

Tesla will report second-quarter earnings after the market close on July 20

Tesla Model 3 to join Dubai Taxi fleet on trial basis

Tesla Model 3 to join Dubai Taxi fleet on trial basis

The trial operation aims to verify the efficiency of the vehicle when deployed on the taxi fleet in the emirate

The increased presence of women in stock market trading

Do women trade differently than men?

Andrea Zampolini Robertos

Our authentic and contemporary Italian cuisine makes us a ‘Dolce Vita’ venue

Italian fine dining restaurant Roberto’s recently appointed Andrea Zampolini as its managing director, he gives us an overview about UAE’s culinary scene

JLW Middle East

JLW Middle East to construct a 60MW data centre at Masdar

Emirates Development Bank has approved the trade facility to help JLW Middle East build the centre

Jumeirah group opens resort in OMan

Dubai’s Jumeirah Group debuts resort in Oman

Jumeirah Muscat Bay is set in the secluded cove of Bandar Jissah between the Hajar mountains and Gulf of Oman, and is 15 minutes away from Muscat

Vaccines

Covid vaccines prevented 20 million deaths in first year, study finds

Vaccines from companies including Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca have slashed hospitalisations and deaths, with more than 12 billion doses administered across the planet

UAE, Indonesia sign agreement

UAE, Indonesia sign comprehensive economic partnership agreement

The pact will help increase annual bilateral trade to $10bn within five years by removing trade barriers on a range of goods and services

Key decisions: How to best invest in or purchase a property

There’s a rising number of property management firms available to cater to demand, but are they all equal?

Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy launched

Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy launched, Dhs10bn earmarked for six programmes

The strategy, via six programmes, will create 13,600 skilled jobs, with a focus on Emirati talent and boost Abu Dhabi’s trade with international markets

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Sharjah Summer Promotions 2022 starts, discounts of up to 80% on offer

As part of the promotions, the shopping festival will include a grand sale three days ahead of Eid al-Adha on July 6, 7 and 8

Careem Denarii

Careem acquires money transfer technology platform Denarii

Denarii helps businesses build secure profit centres by automating accounts payable and B2B payments

DMCC reports record H1 2022

Dubai’s DMCC reports record H1 2022 performance, registers 1,469 firms

Growth driven by strong commodities trade performance, continued appetite for the DMCC Crypto Centre, and the ease of setting up and doing business at DMCC

Zand gets license from the Central Bank of UAE

Digital bank Zand announces board of directors

Zand’s backers include Franklin Templeton, Aditya Birla Group, Al Hail Holding, Global Development Group and Yusuff Ali of Lulu Group

Truly Secure

Truly Secure partners with immersive learning platform Edify

The partnership builds secure metaverse learning and training platform for the MENA Region

Autodesk

How Autodesk is helping its customers in creating a sustainable future

Louay Dahmash, senior director at Autodesk, talks about the company’s vision to create real, meaningful impact with its technology and accelerate industry transformation

Lenskart

Eyewear retailer Lenskart announces e-commerce partnership with Noon

Lenskart entered the region last year with the opening of its first store at Dubai Festival City Mall

Naim Yazbeck

Microsoft hires Naim Yazbeck as general manager for UAE

Yazbeck is the successor to Sayed Hashish, who served in the role since 2016