UAE Egypt sign deal to build 10GW_wind farm Image Masdar

UAE, Egypt ink deal to develop Africa’s largest wind farm, project valued at $10bn

The wind farm will help Egypt meet its strategic objective of sourcing 42 per cent of its energy from renewables by 2030

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The Falcons: Startup funding show comes to the UAE

The show brings the pressure, the suspense and the glory of raising capital to TV screens in the UAE in a10-episode season

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Saudi’s Red Sea Global, Partanna project to use carbon-negative concrete

Partanna, which uses recycled ocean water brine in its carbon-negative concrete, will supply Red Sea Global with 11,000 carbon-negative pavers initially for its landscape nursery

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Preserving health and planet: The imperative of sustainable healthcare systems

The interconnection between sustainability and climate change in the healthcare sector is crucial for safeguarding the future of both our planet and the human race

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Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy attracts 30 startups in Q1 2023

The chamber is supporting Dubai’s digital transformation while cementing its status as the global digital economy hub

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DMCC appoints Mace as building operations management firm for Uptown Tower

The 81-storey tower, set to launch in the coming months is the first one to be built within the Uptown Dubai district

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Top highlights from Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference

The annual event is a showcase for Apple’s latest software — and an attempt to keep both its developers and customers locked in to its product ecosystem

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New blockchain technology research reveals value potential for emerging markets

Agile Dynamics releases report detailing current and future state of blockchain technology, including how to leverage tech for cost efficiency and more

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ADNOC Drilling acquires two new jack-up rigs for $220m

The rigs will become operational in the fourth quarter of 2023

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Six Senses to launch resort in Amaala, Saudi Arabia

Six Senses Amaala is set to open as part of the first phase of the Triple Bay development

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Marriott Executive Apartments debuts in Kuwait

It features 164 units ranging from studios to three-bedroom serviced apartments

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DMCC, Bybit join forces to propel crypto and Web3 adoption in Dubai

Bybit will offer financial assistance amounting to Dhs500,000 to support new crypto ventures interested in establishing themselves within the DMCC Crypto Centre

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce welcomes 15,366 new member companies in Q1 2023

The first quarter saw the chamber achieve its goal of establishing more than 100 business groups from various sectors and economic activities

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Abu Dhabi: New speed limit to kick in on June 7 on this road

Authorities recently lowered the speed limit on Sweihan Road — from Al Falah Bridge towards Abu Dhabi International Airport — from 140kmph to 120kmph

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Apple unveils Vision headset in search of post-iPhone future

The headset marks the company’s first major new category since the Apple Watch launched in 2015

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Sheikh Hamdan reviews DET progress on Dubai Economic Agenda D33 goals

According to the latest DET data, Dubai recorded an increase of over 30 per cent in new business licenses issued during Q1 2023 compared to the same period in 2022

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Air Arabia reveals plans to double current fleet within 12 months

The enhanced fleet size will continue to support inbound tourism, particularly in Abu Dhabi, as the emirate continues to see a rise in tourism

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Apple introduces ‘world’s thinnest’ 15-inch MacBook Air

The laptop measures only 11.5mm thin and weighs just 3.3 pounds

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Saudi Arabia kicks off sports clubs privatisation project

The project seeks to raise Saudi Pro League’s commercial revenues from SAR450m in 2022 to over SAR1.8bn annually

Emirates to host 80th IATA AGM

Dubai’s Emirates to host 80th IATA AGM

The 80th IATA AGM will be the first global gathering of aviation’s top leaders to be hosted in the UAE

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World’s longest direct flights to cost 20% more than stopover fares

Currently, the world’s longest direct flights are between Singapore and New York

DIFC, DIB backed AccelerateHER is back

DIFC, DIB-backed AccelerateHER returns for 7th edition, registrations open

The AccelerateHER network has successfully mentored over 100 women through more than 200 mentorship pairings and 120 workshops

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Global airline profit to reach $9.8bn in 2023: IATA

The industry’s operating profit will reach $22.4bn this year, more than the December forecast of $3.2bn

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Saudi Arabia to cut additional one million barrels in oil production after OPEC+ talks

The 23-nation group offered no additional action to buttress the market, but pledged to maintain their existing oil production cuts until the end of 2024

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Watch the launch of Apple’s iOS 17 and other exciting reveals at WWDC 2023

Taking place at the company’s campus in Cupertino, California, the event is scheduled to start today at 9:00 pm GST

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Corporate tax: FTA launches corporate tax workshop platform

The new feature forms part of the steps the FTA has taken to ensure a smooth implementation of the corporate tax law

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IHG partners with Emirates Skywards on limited-time offer

The airline’s loyalty programme members can earn triple Skywards Miles when booking a stay at any IHG Hotels and Resorts globally

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National Bonds increases stake in Taaleem to 22%

Taaleem operates 26 schools with 27,000 students, supported by more than 1,700 faculty members and 3,000 administrative staff in the UAE

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Riyadh Air unveils new livery

The airline describes it as a “perfect blend of cutting-edge technology and timeless elegance”

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UAE real estate: mid-tier developments are top buyer preferences

After a spate of ultra-luxury and luxury housing sales, mid-tier developments look to drive the UAE’s real estate market