Author: Editorial Team

DUBAI, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — Around 1,000 of the region’s and the world’s most prominent decision-makers, along with representatives from more than 500 specialised institutions and leading entities in the fields of financial services, regulation, and digital innovation, will participate in the third edition of the Mawarid FinTech Summit, which will be held on April 23 in Dubai. The summit, organised by Mawarid Finance, will also see the participation of fintech companies, banks, investors, and financial policymakers to shed light on the next phase of anticipated growth for the fintech sector, which is witnessing rapid and remarkable development in…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a project to construct road connections across 18 residential areas in the emirate, reducing journey times by up to 40 per cent in those locations. The project spans a total of 13km and includes traffic enhancements, with the provision of roadside parking spaces, pavements and street lighting. RTA said that the new connections have improved road connectivity and facilitated vehicle access to and from residential areas, particularly by paving previously unpaved roads. This has helped ease traffic flow and provide a smoother and safer driving experience for motorists. Stay up to date…

You’ve seen it a thousand times on postcards and hotel campaigns, that unmistakable white sail rising from the ocean. But Burj Al Arab has always been more than its silhouette. It is a building that, in the 1990s, catapulted Dubai onto the global luxury map and announced its arrival on the world stage. Over the years, it has become synonymous with the city’s growth story, an early and enduring testament to Dubai’s steadfast ambition. With the announcement of its closure for an 18-month restoration, it feels like a fitting moment to revisit the quirks, engineering gambles and design choices that…

(L-R) Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia, Anas Abusaleh, Sales Director, Barq Systems & Mohammed Sayed, Presales Director, Barq Systems. Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia, Anas Abusaleh, Sales Director, Barq Systems and Mohammed Sayed, Presales Director, Barq Systems discuss the value of Cisco Security solutions and its wider implementation in Saudi Arabia. What makes Cisco Security solutions stand out in the KSA market? Sherif Azzam: Cisco Security excels with integrated platforms like SecureX, offering zero-trust and AI-driven threat detection tailored for KSA’s Vision 2030 digital push. Anas Abusaleh : As a leading Cisco Partner in…

JEDDAH — Al Ittihad edged Al Wahda 1-0 after extra time to book their place in the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-finals. Fabinho struck from the penalty spot in the final seconds of extra time at King Abdullah Sports City, sealing a hard-fought victory and setting up a clash with FC Machida Zelvia. Backed by a strong home crowd, Al Ittihad started brightly, with Steven Bergwijn causing early problems from a free-kick, while Stephane Keller saw his volley deflected into the side netting. Al Wahda responded quickly on the counter, forcing Predrag Rajković into action after a dangerous moment involving…

RIYADH — The Public Investment Fund (PIF) Board of Directors, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has approved PIF’s 2026–2030 strategy, Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. This marks a continuation of the fund’s long-term direction to build competitive domestic ecosystems, unlock the full potential of strategic assets, maximize long-term returns, and drive Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation while enhancing quality of life. The 2026–2030 strategy represents a natural evolution as PIF transitions from a period of rapid growth and acceleration into a new phase focused on sustained value creation, with a stronger emphasis on maximizing impact, improving investment efficiency,…

ABU DHABI, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — EMSTEEL has been recognised as a 2026 Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association for the third consecutive year. The recognition makes EMSTEEL the only steel company in the MENA region to receive this distinction and further reinforcing its position as a global leader in sustainable steelmaking, low-carbon steel, and industrial decarbonisation. The announcement was made during the Steel Sustainability Champions Award Ceremony, held as part of the World Steel Association’s Special General Meeting of the Board of Members 2026 in Berlin, Germany. The awards recognise companies demonstrating exceptional commitment to sustainable…

SHARJAH, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UOS) and Sharjah Media City (Shams) have signed an MoU to boost collaboration in media, communications, and public relations, nurturing Sharjah’s creative ecosystem. The agreement was signed by Chancellor Professor Esameldin Agamy and Director-General Rashid Abdullah Al Obad. The MoU aims to expand training opportunities for Emirati talent, support emerging creatives and enhance knowledge exchange to bolster the UAE’s media landscape, particularly in Sharjah. Professor Agamy said that Shams has played a key role in supporting university programmes, especially within the College of Communication, by providing practical training opportunities and…

Long before its closure for restoration for 18 months, it was the place where tennis was played in the sky, planes touched down mid-air, and fireworks lit up one of the world’s most recognisable silhouettes. For 26 years, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab has been more than a hotel; it has been a stage for spectacle, a symbol of Dubai’s ambition, and a backdrop to moments that travelled far beyond the UAE. As the landmark shuts its doors temporarily, here’s a look back at the moments that defined its global status. 2004: Tiger Woods takes golf to the skies Before the…

Satellite startup Orbital has laid out plans to launch its first test mission in 2027, which they hope will provide a foundation for operating AI data centres in low Earth orbit (LEO). The company’s first satellite, Orbital 1, is scheduled to launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 in April next year. Its aim is to validate sustained GPU operation in orbit, test radiation hardening and eventually run AI workloads commercially. Orbital noted it has secured funding from start-up accelerator a16z Speedrun to support the initial test and was in the process of making an application to the US Federal Communications…