GULF TIME Vòya, a groundbreaking education technology platform, today announced its launch as the first unified digital ecosystem designed to integrate academics, career development, finances, productivity, and community into a single intelligent interface. Built for the modern learner, Vòya marks a significant advancement in how students interact with information, resources, and opportunities throughout their academic journey. According to Dhrushi, Founder …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Comera Finance, a financial services arm under Comera Financial Holdings, a part of Abu Dhabi’s Royal Group, today announced that it has received final approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to operate as a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) to carry out Retail and Wholesale Financing activities. The NBFC license authorises Comera Finance …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has secured more than 50 patents from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in 2025, reinforcing its status as a leading regional institution in innovation, applied research, and the advancement of the national knowledge economy. These patents span five major research domains aligned with the UAE’s …

AL AIN / WAM HH Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has attended the graduation ceremony of the 55th cohort of cadet pilot officers and the 15th cohort of female cadet pilot officers at Khalifa bin Zayed Air College, as well as course 1 graduates from Zayed Military University. HH Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed …

ABU DHABI / WAM Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 2026 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) will kick off 11th to 15th January, larger and more ambitious than ever before. Hosted by Masdar, the event will unite world leaders, investors and innovators to accelerate real-world solutions across interconnected global systems. …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, today discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations in support of shared development as part of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries. The meeting was held against the backdrop of His Excellency Aliyev’s visit …

DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated Professor Majed Chergui on winning the Great Arab Minds 2025 Award in the Natural Sciences category. His Highness emphasised the importance of Arab scientific research and achievements in advancing societies, noting that science has long been a cornerstone of the …

GULF TIME In a market where luxury has many definitions, London Gate and Franck Muller have found their winning formula and buyers can’t get enough. The complete sell-out of Franck Muller Yachting, their third collaboration valued at AED 900 million, proves that when Swiss precision meets Dubai ambition, something special happens. This isn’t just another tower joining Dubai’s skyline. Rising …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME As December settles over Abu Dhabi, Taparelle embraces the season with a sense of warmth, creativity, and quiet celebration. The terrace at Manarat Al Saadiyat becomes a gentle winter escape, where Mediterranean flavours meet the soft glow of the festive months. This year, Taparelle marks the season with a special festive brunch on December 20, …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME The festive season is officially rolling in, and The WB™ Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton is set to light up Yas Island with a spectacular lineup of holiday cheer, cinematic magic, and family-focused celebrations. From character meet-and-greets to rooftop movie nights, festive brunches, takeaway turkey dinners, and a magical Christmas Day spread, guests can …