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ABU DHABI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — ALAIN, a leading Abu Dhabi-based asset management company, has officially commenced construction on Vida Residences Saadiyat Island, marking a significant milestone and the arrival of the first Vida-branded residences in the UAE capital. The project has witnessed exceptional market demand, reflecting strong investor confidence in both ALAIN’s vision and disciplined delivery approach and Emaar Hospitality Group’s ability to deliver a unique lifestyle and service quality. The project sell-out further reinforces the continued strength of Abu Dhabi’s premium residential market and the growing appetite for differentiated, amenity-rich developments on Saadiyat Island. The groundbreaking ceremony…

Extreme heat, UV exposure, and poor material choices are driving early roof failures Published: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 5:28 PM The UAE building environment represents one of the most challenging situations worldwide because roof temperatures exceed 80°C and daily temperature variations reach 30°C. The existing solutions face limitations because they lack design features needed to survive extreme environmental conditions which results in costly early system breakdowns that impact property owners by millions of dollars every year. Roof leakage has become one of the most frequent – and costly – issues faced by property owners across the UAE. From luxury villas…

DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — Quiqup, a UAE-based innovative e-commerce logistics provider, has launched “Shop Local”, a new initiative designed to help consumers discover and support local businesses across the UAE, while giving SMEs greater visibility and easier access to customers through a dedicated online platform. “Shop Local” brings together UAE-based brands in one platform, making it easier for consumers to browse, discover, and buy from local businesses that may otherwise struggle to stand out in an increasingly crowded digital marketplace. The platform is open to small and local businesses across the UAE and is intended to help address…

Cisco and Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), the company behind the Qiddiya City, the capital of entertainment, sports, and culture in Saudi Arabia, recently announced that Cisco’s technology will power Qiddiya Investment Company’s new smart office headquarters. Together, the two companies are raising the bar for what employees can expect from the workplace of the future. The new office, based in Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter, uses Cisco’s networking, collaboration, and IoT-enabled sensor solutions to deliver a ‘human-centric’ workspace, designed to elevate the Qiddiya brand while also attracting leading talent. Architecting the intelligent workspace Qiddiya has installed a range of Cisco devices throughout…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is set to strengthen its financial resilience and support long-term economic diversification under its newly announced 2026–2030 strategy, according to Moody’s. The ratings agency said the strategy marks a clear evolution in the fund’s approach, focusing on sustained value creation, improved capital efficiency and more targeted investment allocation across key sectors. Moody’s noted that the shift will enhance the PIF’s ability to generate stable and recurring cash flows, reinforcing its institutional strength while supporting Saudi Arabia’s broader Vision 2030 transformation goals. The strategy prioritizes deploying capital into high-impact areas of the economy,…

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports is providing mobile counter devices across various international entry points including air, land, and sea ports to facilitate procedures for the smooth arrival of pilgrims for the upcoming Hajj. This is through the use of the latest technologies that ensure high levels of security and reliability while streamlining the Hajj journey.The mobile counter enables the smooth and swift processing of pilgrims, particularly the elderly and persons with disabilities, by capturing biometric data, taking facial images, and reading passport information efficiently without waiting. Source: Saudi Gazette

The UAE Government is set to roll out a sweeping set of initiatives between 2026 and 2027, including a dedicated Arabic Language Law, as part of a comprehensive policy to enhance the role and status of the Arabic language across the country. The ambitious roadmap was presented by the Ministry of Culture during a recent session of the Federal National Council (FNC). The presentation underscored that protecting the language and cementing its presence in Emirati society is a “national priority” that demands a robust governance model. The Ministry highlighted the necessity for comprehensive legislative and executive interventions to safeguard the…

DUBAI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Circular Economy Council held its first meeting of 2026, chaired by Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism. The meeting took place at Barakat Quality Plus Group, which specialises in the production of fresh foods and juices. Attended by council members representing government, private sector, and academic entities, the meeting discussed the latest developments related to national policies and initiatives aimed at accelerating the UAE’s transition toward a circular economy model, with a focus on developing governance frameworks and strengthening regulatory and operational structures to ensure the efficient and…

Among the biggest challenges in brain cancer treatment are finding the tumour clearly and getting medicine to reach it. Researchers in Abu Dhabi say they may have found a way to address both problems at once. A team at New York University Abu Dhabi has developed smart molecules that made brain tumours visible on MRI scans while also helping destroy cancer cells in laboratory tests and animal studies. The findings were published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. The research focused on glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer. It is the most common malignant brain tumour…

DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sustainability and Innovation Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is set to organise the fourth cycle of the CleanTech Hackathon from 18th to 20th May, bringing together innovators from around the world to develop solutions to pressing sustainability challenges. The hackathon invites the participation of companies, entrepreneurs, university students and sustainability experts, offering a collaborative platform to address climate change, water scarcity and broader environmental issues. Participants will showcase their innovations across three main tracks: Decarbonisation & Sustainability, Clean Energy Integration & Storage, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digitisation. The initiative…