Author: Mahdeehassan
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced the successful completion and opening of the “Link Bridge” today, as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthen the connectivity and ease-of-mobility for the DIFC community. The air-conditioned bridge is 116 metres long, about 8 metres wide and 5 metres high. The opening of the “Link Bridge” was attended by Essa Kassim, Governor of the DIFC Authority Arif Amiri, CEO of DIFC Authority and other senior officials (pictured). The “Link Bridge” will connect the main areas of DIFC to allow for greater ease of access between key parts of DIFC’s footprint, including Central…
With 2023 behind us, 2024 is set to feature an astonishing landscape of change for organisations across the Middle East. In light of the region’s race towards digitalization, Positive Technologies, a leader in the result-driven approach towards cybersecurity, has revealed its annual predictions for the most anticipated in technological advancements in cybersecurity.1. Artificial intelligence and cybersecurity Alexandra Murzina, Head of Advanced Technologies, Positive TechnologiesNew capabilities of generative AI have reshaped many industries this year. Just a year ago, few would have imagined the multi-pronged uses of AI: image generation, text generation along with text-to-speech, as well as scriptwriting and the…
Google Cloud has released its annual Cybersecurity Forecast report for 2024, compiling forward-looking thoughts from security leaders and experts from different teams across Mandiant, Google Cloud and VirusTotal, who are on the frontlines of the latest and largest attacks. Aiming to empower the cybersecurity industry, this comprehensive report provides essential insights and strategies to frame the fight against cyber adversaries in the year ahead. While new technologies will aid security teams, they can also expand the attack surface. In 2024, the rapidly evolving world of generative AI will provide attackers with new ways to conduct convincing phishing campaigns and information…
UAE, 10 JAN 2024 – CarbonSifr, a UAE based climate tech company, together with Rixos Hotels, a leading hospitality group, have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement is centred on incorporating climate action into eco-friendly hospitality experiences. Bridging CarbonSifr’s expertise in climate technology with Rixos Hotels’ commitment to environmentally responsible practices, the partnership marks a significant step in the evolution of sustainable hospitality in the region. At the heart of this partnership is the goal to elevate Rixos Hotels’ environmental responsibility. This will involve a detailed assessment and active reduction of their carbon footprint, a process steered by…
Peak pool and beach season is here! If you are dreaming of those relaxing days of ‘me’ time, fun-packed after-school activities or exciting family weekends, Privilee, the award-winning lifestyle membership, has you covered. The choice of venues and unlimited access is the ultimate way to soak up Qatar’s perfect weather and a variety of benefits that come with the membership. Privilee is the only membership in Qatar to offer complimentary five-star access to the best hotel pools and beaches, gyms and fitness classes. Looking for unlimited access to Qatar’s best pool and beach venues? Make the most of beach season at a stunning…
With the financial support of the European Union (EU) and under the auspices of the Ministry of Social Affairs of Lebanon, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) celebrated with key stakeholders a significant milestone with the launch of the ENABLE Programme.ENABLE – Empowering Networks and Activation for Building Long-term Employment – aims to adapt employment policies to support social protection strategies in order to facilitate integration of vulnerable workers in productive sectors, thus promoting decent employment opportunities in Lebanon.The programme, implemented in collaboration with Lebanese ministries, local authorities and the ILO’s Employment Intensive Infrastructure Programme (EIIP), targets vulnerable and unemployed youth,…
In a strategic move designed to reinforce its commitment to rigorous sanctions systems testing, Al Fardan Exchange, the leading money transfer and currency exchange firm, licensed and regulated by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has partnered with AML Analytics, the global leader in the testing and validation of sanction screening and transaction monitoring systems. The partnership signifies a notable milestone in Al Fardan Exchange’s commitment to ensuring that sanctions systems are functioning as intended, thereby elevating anti-financial crime standards in the market. Al Fardan Exchange seeks to fortify its already robust ethical and sustainable business practices, by…
Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi (NAS Abu Dhabi) proudly announces the launch of its pioneering educational experience that is designed to enhance student well-being and foster holistic development. Located on the modern Al Reem Island, NAS Abu Dhabi is redefining premium education by offering innovative programmes that prioritise student happiness, flexibility and enrichment. “At Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi, we’ve crafted an educational journey that goes well beyond academics. Because we believe that a happy, well-rounded child is a successful one, we’ve designed an adaptive school day that allows a more personalised learning experience, where every child’s emotional,…
The Structural Heart Program (SHP) at the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) is proud to have hosted the first-ever Beirut Valves, a two-day course dedicated to transcatheter therapies for structural heart disease. This groundbreaking event was held on September 22 and 23 at Halim and Aida Daniel Academic and Clinical Center Multipurpose Rooms, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon, with the aim to provide a platform for medical professionals to gather and exchange knowledge, foster cooperation between national and international physicians, and bridge the gap in cardiac care by providing education, training, and assistance, in order…
GGTech Entertainment, an international company dedicated to the organisation and management of products related to entertainment, technology, gaming and esports, announces the addition of two new members to strengthen its global expansion. In this region, MENATech (a company by GGTech) develops Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports, the project that combines education and esports, in which more than 100,000 students in 25 countries take part. In the UAE, more than 850 players from over 40 universities participated in the project during the last season. Approximately 60% of the region’s inhabitants identify as avid gamers, according to the Boston Consulting Group, which underscores the Middle East’s significant potential for the gaming…