Author: Editorial Team
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — du today announced the official certification and endorsement of du Tech’s National Hypercloud by the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC). The certification establishes du Tech’s National Hypercloud as the first compliant, secure, and sovereign cloud infrastructure approved for both public and private sector deployment across the UAE. It enables government agencies and customers to deploy all workloads, except those classified as Secret and Top Secret, while maintaining alignment with the UAE CSC’s National Cloud Security Policy. The certification validates that the National Hypercloud meets the requirements of the UAE’s National Cloud Security Policy…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — EDGE entity KATIM, a leading provider of data protection solutions, has entered a partnership with KERNO Enterprises (Kerno), the first enterprise-grade IT hardware manufacturer in the UAE, to support sovereign manufacturing of KATIM products in the UAE, complementing its existing sovereign design and development capabilities. The partnership will consolidate manufacturing and integration capabilities for network encryption technologies in-country, supporting the UAE’s agenda to strengthen data sovereignty and enhance technological independence in critical infrastructure. The agreement was signed by Didier Pagnoux, CEO, KATIM, and Christopher Caswell, Co-Founder and CEO, Kerno, during Make it in…
As UAE organisations intensify efforts to build sustainable leadership pipelines and reduce reliance on external hiring, large family-owned groups are increasingly investing in long-term talent development programmes tailored for Emiratis preparing to step into management roles. Galadari Brothers has launched the Bader Programme, an 18-month leadership journey designed to prepare high-potential Emiratis for future managerial and senior roles across the group. The initiative sits at the centre of the company’s Emiratisation strategy and focuses on building leadership capability, strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration. The programme takes its name from the Arabic word Bader, meaning “to take the initiative” or “to…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) and Dell Technologies today announced the launch of a dedicated Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Abu Dhabi, marking a strategic collaboration between the two parties and a significant step toward advancing the UAE’s leadership vision to build a secure, resilient, and globally competitive digital economy. The launch of the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence was unveiled during the “Make it in the Emirates” forum in Abu Dhabi. The center will leverage advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing to enhance real-time…
FUJAIRAH, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, and Chairman of Etihad Rail, have visited Fujairah passenger station, the first completed passenger station on the Etihad Rail network. During the visit, Their Highnesses reviewed the services to be offered to passengers when full operations begin. Furthermore, Their Highnesses reviewed progress of Emirates Council…
Against the backdrop of renewed Iranian attacks amid the ceasefire, UAE celebrated the 50th anniversary of the unification of the armed forces in the country. On the occasion, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan thanked and shared his pride in the strength of the armed forces — proved time and again in the past, present and future. Sheikh Mohamed also shared the UAE’s strategic priorities regarding the safety and security of the nation’s residents. The President said, “Today we mark a defining moment in our history, the decision to unify our armed forces, which reflects the foresight of…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Rohil Raghavan, CEO of Response Plus Holding, said that the launch of the first long-range air ambulance aircraft, a Challenger 605, represents a qualitative step that enhances advanced medical evacuation capabilities in the UAE and the region, and supports faster response to critical and complex cases. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026, he added that the new aircraft is equipped with the latest medical technologies to operate as a fully integrated airborne intensive care unit, enabling…
From left: Talal M. Al Kaissi, Chief Executive Officer, Core42; Ismail Ali Abdulla, Executive Director, UAE Clusters – UAE Investments Platform, Mubadala Investment Company; and Nasir Al Nabhani, Managing Director, Solutions+. The agreement strengthens the Mubadala Investment Company (MIC) Group’s ability to deploy sovereign, enterprise‑grade cloud, data, and AI infrastructure Abu Dhabi — Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, today announced a strategic partnership with Solutions+, the AI-driven shared services company providing technology services and solutions. Announced at Make it in the Emirates, taking place 4 – 7 May in Abu Dhabi, the agreement establishes a structured framework for delivering secure, scalable cloud, data, and…
RIYADH — Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif attended the graduation ceremony of 1,662 students from King Fahd Security College, representing a number of academic and training programs, in Riyadh on Monday. The graduating cohorts included 59 male and female graduates from the Master’s programs in Artificial Intelligence (second batch) and Administrative Leadership (first batch). They also include 1,603 graduates from the Bachelor of Security Sciences program (67th batch) and the 55th qualifying course for university graduates, among them 9 students from Yemen. Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud honored the top-performing graduates in the presence of several princes,…
RIYADH —Saudi Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan emphasized the vital role of Arab financial institutions in strengthening the foundations of economic and financial stability and driving sustainable development throughout the Arab world. He also underscored the need to move forward in developing financing tools, raising the efficiency of institutional performance, and enhancing the level of integration among various financial institutions to ensure their ability to confront growing economic challenges at both the regional and international levels. Al-Jadaan made the remarks while attending, via video conference, the Joint Annual Meetings of Arab Financial Institutions for 2026 on Tuesday. The meetings witnessed…