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Image credit: WAM/Website Dubai Airshow 2025, held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is set to catapult Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) into the global spotlight. Taking place from November 17 to 21 at Dubai World Central (DWC), the event promises the largest and most diverse AAM showcase ever, uniting industry pioneers, disruptors, and policymakers to redefine the future of travel. Read more-Dubai Airshow 2025: Expect big players, aviation innovations The Dubai Airshow site will transform into a launchpad for revolutionary aircraft, infrastructure, and regulatory…

Image: Getty Images/ For illustrative purposes Cisco has identified five priority actions for healthcare organizations in the UAE to strengthen cybersecurity and build digital resilience as hospitals and providers face rising threats to patient data. The healthcare industry is a key target for cyberattacks globally due to the value of patient records, reliance on outdated systems, and human vulnerabilities, Cisco said. In the UAE, the risks are amplified by the sector’s rapid digital transformation, with the Department of Health Abu Dhabi already setting standards through its ADHICS cybersecurity framework. Fady Younes, Cisco’s managing director for cybersecurity in the Middle East,…

TECOM Group has approved an Dhs1.6bn investment to acquire 138 land plots spanning 33 million sq.ft. from Dubai Holding Asset Management, strengthening its industrial portfolio in response to strong customer demand. The acquisition will expand TECOM Group’s total land holdings to over 209 million sq.ft. and further enhance the appeal of Dubai Industrial City, one of the region’s largest manufacturing and logistics hubs. The district is currently operating at 99 per cent occupancy, including land plots acquired last year, as the UAE’s manufacturing sector continues to grow under national strategies such as Operation 300bn, Make it in the Emirates, and…

Image: Supplied Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and Amazon UAE have launched a new programme under the emirate’s “Sandbox Dubai” initiative that will allow individuals to deliver Amazon packages on foot, creating opportunities within the gig economy. The pilot, part of Sandbox Dubai’s gig economy sector, was approved by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai and Chairman of DFF’s board of trustees. The initiative aims to shape regulations for new economic models while offering flexible income opportunities for…

Images: Supplied There is a surgical data dilemma in today’s operating theatres (OTs) that embodies striking contrasts: cutting-edge robotic arms share space with hastily recorded notes on blood-stained paper, while computer terminals distract caregivers with a daunting array of data fields. Despite advancements in technology, even top Middle East hospitals lack reliable data on what happens inside the OR. Understanding what separates excellent surgical outcomes from poor ones, or operations that run like clockwork from the chronically inefficient ones, often remains elusive. A systematic review of 91 studies found significant inconsistency in how OTs collect data, reinforcing the need for…

Adham Ehab, head of products at Valu/Image: Supplied Valu, the MENA region’s universal financial technology platform, has launched the Shop’it marketplace within the Valu App, consolidating its online shopping experience under a single platform. The move replaces the standalone website and provides users with a premium, app-first journey to shop and earn cashback, reinforcing Valu’s focus on smarter, more rewarding, and more accessible shopping. Through Shop’it, customers can browse and purchase a wide selection of products from local and international partners such as Amazon, 2B, Black Circles, Way Up Sports, B.Tech, and others — all directly through the Valu app.…

Image: Supplied The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation has signed a strategic partnership with Q Mobility, a leading provider of smart and sustainable mobility solutions in Abu Dhabi. The agreement brings Q Mobility into the Federation’s roster of main partners, reinforcing shared goals of empowering Emirati youth, promoting jiu-jitsu as a tool for community development, and instilling positive values among future generations. The signing ceremony took place at the Federation’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi, where H.E. Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, and Mohamed Hussein Karmastaji, CEO of Q Mobility, formalised the agreement. Also present were Dalal…

Image credit: Getty Images A sweeping reform to the UAE’s excise tax regime is set to shake up both supermarket shelves and corporate boardrooms. In a move designed to combat rising health concerns and reshape consumer behavior, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced on July 18, 2025, the introduction of a tiered sugar-based excise tax on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), scheduled to take effect in early 2026. The new policy doesn’t just aim to reduce sugar consumption and tackle public health issues like obesity and diabetes, it’s also poised to reshape pricing strategies, supply chains,…

Image: Supplied ATARA Development has signed an agreement with Marriott International to open The Residences at the Sheraton Al Marjan Island Resort, the GCC’s first Sheraton-branded residences. The development, located on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, marks ATARA’s entry into premium property development. Co-located with the Sheraton Al Marjan Island Resort, the beachfront residences will comprise 141 units. The agreement was signed in the presence of dignitaries from Marjan and Marriott, including Arch. Abdulla Al Abdouli, CEO of Marjan, who joined ATARA’s leadership to mark the milestone. “We are delighted to welcome ATARA Development and The Residences at…

Image credit: WhatsApp/Blog In a move to enhance messaging productivity without compromising user privacy, WhatsApp has announced the rollout of “Writing Help,” an AI-powered feature aimed at making message composition smarter, more efficient, and stylistically versatile. Designed to assist users in crafting messages that hit the right tone, whether professional, humorous, or supportive, Writing Help offers real-time suggestions based on user intent. The feature leverages advanced AI to refine messages, making everyday communication smoother and more expressive, a WhatsApp blog conveyed. Read more-WhatsApp rolls out new features for businesses: How to benefit from them But unlike many AI tools that…