First-of-its-kind fully integrated digital system in the Middle East Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 February 2026: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) today launched the border health inspection management system, “HIMA” during its participation at the World Health Expo. The system is the first-of-its-kind fully integrated digital system in the Middle East, dedicated to managing and implementing health inspection processes for vessels at maritime ports. This strategic step enhances the readiness of the public health system and reinforces Dubai’s leadership in adopting smart digital solutions to protect the community from cross-border d

Set to be launched on Thursday with the participation of over 150 speakers and to attract more than 13,000 visitors over three days. Brings together digital commerce leaders to shape the future of the digital economy regionally and globally. Dubai, UAE, 10 February 2026: Dubai CommerCity, the region’s first and leading free zone dedicated exclusively to digital commerce and a joint venture between DIEZ and Wasl Properties, has unveiled the agenda and speakers list for the upcoming WORLDEF Dubai 2026 forum, the global forum specialized in digital trade. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairma

The region’s leading medical laboratory exhibition was opened today by Peter Hall, President IMEA, Informa Markets alongside H.E. Dr Amer Sharif, CEO, Dubai Health and H.E. Professor Alawi Al-Sheikh Ali, Director General of Dubai Health Authority Running from 10-13 February, WHX Labs is co-timed with WHX, creating a unified global healthcare platform Both events are expected to welcome 270,000 healthcare professionals to Dubai this week Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 February 2026: WHX Labs (formerly Medlab Middle East) officially opened today at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a significant milestone as the region’s l

Tauson, Bejlek, Alexandrova and Baptiste secure semi-final spots Tournament becomes first standalone WTA event to feature wheelchair tennis Eala and Tjen reach doubles semi-finals ABU DHABI, UAE – 05 February 2026: Thursday delivered a landmark day at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, presented by Aby Dhabi Sports Council, as wheelchair tennis made its groundbreaking debut alongside a decisive quarter-final sweep that saw Clara Tauson, Sara Bejlek, Ekaterina Alexandrova and Hailey Baptiste all advance to the semi-finals. Tauson advanced over McCartney Kessler in an impressive performance, while Czech qualifier Bejlek dropped just t

Dubai, 06 Feb 2026: The Emirati Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) launched a first-of-its-kind ‘Dubai Ambition’ Initiative, on the sidelines of the Dubai Emiratisation Forum, organised under the theme ‘Solid Partnerships for Sustainable Development’. The initiative is designed to nurture national talents and enhance their skills and capabilities. The launch was held along with representatives from government entities, private-sector companies and educational institutions, as well as a distinguished group of leaders and experts. The initiative marks a landmark milestone in ongoing efforts to advance human capital empowerment an

DUBAI, 5th February 2026: A new report by Accenture and the World Governments Summit (WGS) Organisation warned that despite the rapid adoption of AI by government service entities worldwide, most are using the technology to speed up outdated systems rather than redesign them, creating what experts call an “experience paradox.” The report estimates that unless governments shift toward more proactive, citizen-centered models, AI investments will fall short of improving public satisfaction. The report, “Getting to the Five-Star Review: How Governments Can Use AI to Build Trusted Service at Digital Speed,” introduces the Acc