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Silicon Valley investor plans $100m Saudi Arabia VC fund

Plug and Play is in talks with Jada to help kick-start the domestic venture capital industry

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways launches direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Lisbon

The new service will be operated using a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, offering 28 seats in Business and 262 seats in Economy

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Sheikh Hamdan approves new Dhs80bn advanced sewerage system for Dubai

Dubai Municipality will partner with private sector companies to implement the sewerage system

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Summer travel 2023: flydubai expects over 4.5 million passengers during season

The carrier will start operating to nine seasonal summer destinations from June 21 onwards

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Saudi Arabia’s flynas orders 30 A320neo family aircraft

The order is expected to support the carrier’s growth plans as it continues to expand its international routes and destinations network

Dubai AI

DIFC to build new campus to attract over 500 AI and Web3 startups

The campus will be home to entrepreneurs, disruptors and engineers who possess passion for emerging technologies

G20 MEET

UAE calls for ensuring food security at G20 Agriculture Ministers’ meet

The G20 Agriculture Ministers meet called for the need to establish sustainable agricultural systems capable of adapting to climate change and biodiversity loss

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Princeton Digital Group, Tata Power join forces for renewable energy supply to Indian data centre

The partnership aims to provide eco-friendly electricity to PDG’s data centre in Mumbai for a period of 25 years

Kunal Badiani on b uilding brand loyalty with AI-led CEPs

Insights: Customer engagement platforms are key to brand loyalty

Here’s how Middle Eastern brands can leverage AI-driven customer engagement platforms to build loyalty and conversion during challenging conditions

Abu Dhabi bourse, CASE join hands to boost cooperation

These 13 UAE-listed private joint-stock companies have Dhs8.3bn in capital

The inclusion of private joint-stock firms in the local markets helps companies access a large capital base

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Dubai Customs announces customs policies following trade deals

The customs authority has set up specialised customs centres and departments to ensure smooth flow of good and services

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Qatar Airways commences seasonal flights to Trabzon

The thrice-weekly nonstop service from Doha will operate on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays

Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates phase 5 of Dubai solar park

Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates phase 5 of Dubai solar park

The fifth phase of the Dubai solar park is expected to power 270,000 homes and offset 1.18 million tonnes of carbon emissions per year

PIF sets up Lifera to boost biopharma industry growth

Saudi Arabia’s PIF sets up Lifera to boost biopharma industry growth

The biopharma investment firm seeks to advance formulation development, medicine development and manufacturing

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The impact of artificial intelligence developments on cybersecurity

In order to thwart potential cyberattacks and better protect businesses and individuals against cyberthreats, security players are closely monitoring developments in AI

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Dubai esports and games festival 2023 to start on June 21

The second edition of the festival will feature five days of action-packed events and activities

Education

Top 5 education solutions that can help you as a professional educator

The integration of these solutions into the teaching process can enhance the learning experience, rendering it more engaging, interactive and impactful

LVMH to offer virtual experiences

LVMH joins with Epic Games to offer virtual experiences

The French luxury goods group will use Epic’s 3D creation tools to create immersive products and virtual experiences

FINANCIAL LITERACY

How rethinking financial literacy can empower a new generation of investors

The financial literacy gap is partly driven by a younger demographic entering the capital market

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PureHealth inks strategic MoU with Israel’s Sheba Medical Center

The two entities will closely collaborate on joint clinical research projects, promote the use of advanced technology in healthcare, expand genetic research initiatives and boost health tourism in both countries

Dubai Summer

Dubai Summer Surprises 2023 starts this month: Know the dates and what’s on offer

Spending summer in Dubai got a whole lot more fun with Dubai Summer Surprises 2023 starting this month

DUBAI - RENTAL AREAS

Which are Dubai’s three best areas for high-yield rental investments

Artificial Intelligence is being harnessed to provide real-time analysis for real estate markets and their high-yield rental areas

Dubai Chamber forays into the EU

Dubai Chamber inaugurates first European office in London

The chamber said the new office is aimed at strengthening relationships with key public and private sector stakeholders

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G42 Healthcare offers first certified proteomics site in EMEA region

The certification equips G42 Healthcare to support and drive clinical decisions as well as future development of tests using genomic, proteomic and clinical characteristics

ESG's Century Village Project

Emirates Stallions Group, Q Holding joint venture for Century Village project

The project will develop a co-living, multi-purpose community able to house 5,000 residents

Valeo and ADDED mobility deal

ADDED inks deal with Valeo to boost Abu Dhabi’s automotive sector

The deal is expected to enhance smart and sustainable mobility in Abu Dhabi, and contribute to the development of the city’s transport sector

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Sheikh Hamdan launches third phase of Dubai 10X initiative

The Dubai 10X initiative has played a pivotal role in the development of 42 key projects aimed at elevating government services

Taqa Morocco mulls sustainable energy projects

Taqa Morocco plans 1-Gigawatt wind, solar power projects by 2030

The company has committed to reducing its carbon footprint by at least a quarter by 2030

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Millennium Hotels partners with Watermelon on UAE food sustainability initiative

Watermelon has a dedicated team that sources and partners with local farmers and fishermen across the UAE

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Dubai’s DET hosts year’s first ‘City Briefing’, key tourism milestones highlighted

The event, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, highlighted the crucial role assigned to the city’s tourism sector in driving the success of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33