Author: Mahdeehassan

Dubai, UAE: A UAE property expert says the benefits delivered by Etihad Rail will extend far beyond real estate, creating new corridors for living, trade, and investment across the Emirates. Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, believes the Etihad Rail network will transform the UAE’s economic landscape by boosting connectivity, reducing travel times, and driving genuine demand in emerging markets. “When we saw Sheikh Mohammed riding the Etihad Rail from Dubai to Fujairah, that wasn’t just a symbolic moment – that was the announcement of a new real estate era in the UAE,” said Al Msaddi. “It represented a once-in-a-generation…

Madinah, KSA – Millennium Hotels and Resorts Middle East & Africa, in partnership with Taiba, a Saudi forward hospitality company proudly announces the relaunch of two iconic properties in the heart of Madinah: Millennium Al Aqeeq and Millennium Taiba. Strategically located steps from Al-Masjid An-Nabawi, both properties offer a spiritually enriching stay experience for Umrah pilgrims, families, and travelers seeking premium comfort rooted in Islamic hospitality. “These properties are more than key assets in our portfolio—they are landmarks of faith, connection, and culture,” said Ali Hamad Lakhraim Al Zaabi- President of Millennium Hotels MEA. “Our partnership with Taiba ensures that every guest, whether…

DUBAI, UAE – As temperatures rise in Dubai, award-winning provider 365 Luxury Homes is challenging the notion of a quiet summer by curating a portfolio of exclusive, behind-the-scenes experiences for its discerning guests. By leveraging its signature bespoke concierge service, the company is reframing the season as the ideal time to enjoy the city’s world-class attractions without the peak-season crowds. While many travelers focus on Dubai’s winter season, 365 Luxury Homes is showcasing the unique advantages of a summer visit. The strategy moves beyond simply providing luxury accommodation and focuses on crafting personalized itineraries that center around the city’s premier indoor…

SBC has announced the debut shortlist for the inaugural Affiliate Leaders Awards – a new ceremony spotlighting the companies shaping affiliate marketing’s next chapter. This time, it’s the public who holds the power, with open voting deciding which nominees will be celebrated on stage in Lisbon this September. The ceremony will welcome 600 industry leaders to Lisbon’s MEO Arena, located just steps away from the main event venue, Feira Internacional de Lisboa, on Wednesday, 17 September. The evening will celebrate the standout companies shortlisted across 22 fiercely contested categories, and ultimately, honour the winners. While the shortlist was selected by an independent panel…

Q: What is the Legends Charity Game? RS: The Legends Charity Game is something we’ve been dreaming about for a long time, and now it’s finally happening. On Monday, 15 September, right in the heart of Lisbon, a team of Portugal’s greatest football legends will step onto the pitch to take on a global lineup of football legends from across the world. These legends are the players so many of us grew up watching, idols who shaped our love for the game, now coming together for a match that is about more than nostalgia. It’s about charity, and our goal…

Jeddah, KSA: The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (“ICD”), a multilateral development financial institution and the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, is pleased to announce the successful closure of USD 145 million Shariah compliant syndicated financing facility for Türkiye İhracat Kredi Bankası A.Ş. or Export Credit Bank of Türkiye A.S. (“Turk Eximbank”). The facility has been structured as a Commodity Murabaha with a tenor of 3 years. This partnership between the two institutions aims to boost export-oriented businesses and export of private sector businesses in Türkiye and provide Shariah-compliant financing solutions to support exporters. The…

Ajman, UAE – In a move to contribute towards sustainable transformation of the UAE economy, Ambipar, a global leader in environmental and carbon solutions, and Ajman Bank, one of the UAE’s most dynamic financial institutions, are proud to announce a long-term strategic partnership aimed at supporting Ajman Bank’s ambitious net-zero and sustainable finance strategy. This alliance represents much more than a collaboration: it is a shared commitment to the planet, uniting innovation, technology, and purpose around a clear mission: to accelerate the journey towards carbon neutrality, strengthening the role of the financial and environmental sectors in building a lasting green legacy.…

UAE: In a strategic move to fuel its international growth, UAE’s homegrown tea brand, FiLLi Cafe, has joined forces with COFE Cloud to digitize and optimize its operations across markets. The partnership centers around the deployment of a tailor-made mobile app built on COFE Cloud’s all-in-one digital solutions platform, designed specifically for coffee and beverage brands looking to scale efficiently and deliver exceptional customer experiences. With a strong presence in the UAE, USA, UK, Oman, Qatar, Mauritius, Nepal, India and Pakistan, FiLLi is accelerating its global ambitions—and COFE Cloud is at the heart of this transformation. The platform enables brands like…

Gary Vaynerchuk, renowned entrepreneur and marketing powerhouse, will kick off SBC Summit 2025’s first-ever Marketing Academy with an exclusive AMA (Ask Me Anything) session. This marks the launch of SBC Summit’s most ambitious educational initiative yet: four full-dayTech Academies covering AI, Marketing, Web 3.0 & Blockchain, and a new academy set to be announced soon. Designed to deliver hands-on, interactive learning with the world’s leading experts, the programme is open to all professionals with an interest in tech, not just those within the gaming industry. The Marketing Academy, a key pillar of SBC Summit’s Tech Academy programme, brings together a world-class mix of talent, including Gary Vaynerchuk, content…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: HITEK AI, a leading provider of AI-driven solutions in the Middle East, and part of the Farnek group of companies, has launched its Robot as a Service (RaaS) offering in partnership with SoftBank Robotics UK (SBR). This innovative service integrates SoftBank’s advanced robotic cleaning solutions with HITEK AI’s CAFMTEK platform, providing a comprehensive, automated facilities management (FM) solution designed to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve operational performance across industries. The new RaaS solution is aimed at providing businesses in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with cutting-edge robotic technologies that can be seamlessly integrated into their existing FM…