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Dubai Islamic Bank launches DIB ‘alt’, consolidates digital offerings

DIB alt brings together more than 135 digital services via the DIB Mobile App, online banking, WhatsApp and ATMs

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Emirates to recycle plastic trays, items used onboard into new products

The airline has launched a new closed-loop recycling initiative, which will see millions of onboard items recycled in a local facility into fresh, ready-to-use products

Saudi Arabia disburses $8bn

Saudi Arabia’s National Development Fund disburses over $8bn in financing

The Saudi Industrial Development Fund supported over 100 beneficiaries through the industrial fund’s academic and advisory programmes

AD Ports Group, Crystal Offshore deal

AD Ports Group inks 25-year agreement with Crystal Offshore

The new shipyard fabrication facility will cater for drilling rigs and marine assets as well as deep water vessels such as FPSO

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Understanding cybersecurity issues that keep organisations on their toes

With employees now working virtually from anywhere, newfound security challenges have emerged

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NEOM, Telfaz11 sign partnership to produce nine shows and three films

Two feature films and one series which are currently under development at NEOM’s media hub, will be included in the overall deal

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How AI-driven solutions are revolutionising customer service in contact centres

Enterprises must find the courage to make the shift from an outdated legacy approach to one built on the premise of meeting customers where they are

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TikTok is testing an AI chatbot named Tako

The Tako test is currently available to a small number of employees, according to Daniel Buchuk, an analyst at Watchful

EDB partners with ADDED

Make it in the Emirates: EDB joins hands with ADDED

The development bank is playing a vital role in supporting the UAE’s industrial strategy by providing financial assistance and driving sustainable growth

ChatGPT

ChatGPT and cybersecurity: With great power comes great responsibility

ChatGPT is helping advance the fields of marketing, education, entertainment and more, but it is also crucially exposing them to cybercrimes

real estate

A new wave of real estate pain is coming after $148bn rout

The price of prime real estate office buildings in Paris, Berlin and Amsterdam have dropped considerably

solar

Solar beats coal in Europe for first time – but there’s a glitch

While the furious expansion of solar generation bodes well for efforts to replace fossil fuels, the breakthrough also exposed flaws in the energy system

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Little-known lung Infection grabs limelight from Covid, RSV

The virus, a relatively obscure cousin of respiratory syncytial virus, can cause infections like bronchitis or pneumonia that can be severe in children and older adults

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Beyond gifting: The hidden benefits of gift cards

Gift cards have grown into a form of branded currency – encompassing a variety of physical or digital payment methods

iPhone

Apple’s iPhone maker expects to more than double AI server sales

Hon Hai, the listed vehicle of Foxconn Technology Group posted $35.8bn of revenue from its overall server business in 2022

Ajman Holiday Homes

Landlords, hotel owners can rent out short-term holiday homes in Ajman

The holiday homes services create a comprehensive regulatory framework to govern and supervise the operations of short-term rentals

Winners of the startup pitch competition

Make it in the Emirates: MoIAT reveals startup pitch competition winners

Twenty-four startups were shortlisted to participate in the competition by a panel of industry experts from a pool of almost 400 submissions

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New drug to treat liver, lung cancer now available in UAE

The UAE is one of the first countries in the Middle East to receive the medication

Americana Restaurants on MSCI UAE Index

KFC, Pizza Hut holding firm Americana Restaurants lists on MSCI UAE Index

The index is widely recognised as an important benchmark for investment decision-making by investors in emerging markets

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This is how much the new Meta Quest 3 headset costs

The headset combines a top-tier resolution display with advanced pancake optics, resulting in an unparalleled visual experience

Zest Pharmacy retail outlet

Aster Pharmacy, Spinneys launch Zest Pharmacy in Abu Dhabi

The pharmaceutical concept will provide a wide range of products including skincare, nutrition, cosmetics and mother and childcare

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Dubai property sector sees 11,700 transactions worth Dhs34bn in May

According to Property Finder’s proprietary data, the top searched areas for owned apartments in May included Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah, and Jumeirah Village Circle

Tabby

Dubai buy now, pay later firm Tabby raises debt to $350m

The financing round for Tabby was led by US-based Partners for Growth, Atalaya Capital Management and CoVenture

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Insights: Sustainability in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Industry 4.0 can help manufacturing companies achieve their sustainability goals by improving operating efficiency, optimising cost, and eliminating sustainability issues right at the point of product design

UAE Exports to lead country's growth

UAE exports projected to reach Dhs2tn by 2030: report

The country’s transformation to a high-tech manufacturing and innovation hub will see its exports reach around Dhs2tn by 2030

RTA

Dubai’s RTA unveils new parking signs with fee details and payment options

The latest statistics revealed that over 80 per cent of customers prefer to pay their service fees via mobile phones and smart tablets

Hana Al Rostomani

Virgin Atlantic relaunches London-Dubai service, booking opens soon

Customers can book flights from June 7, with flights operating from October 28

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ADNOC L&S soars over 50% above listing price on ADX

ADNOC L&S expects to increase the annual dividend per share by at least 5 per cent per annum

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Hyatt Centric brand to debut in Egypt

The 283-key Hyatt Centric Cairo West will open in the capital’s Pyramids Heights Business Park

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Corporate tax: UAE exempts free zones from business tax

The government said qualifying entities in the country’s economic free zones will be subject to a 0 per cent rate