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SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has launched a trade name issuance service using artificial intelligence technologies (AI), marking a significant step forward in the Department’s digital transformation journey, aiming to improve the service experience for individuals and businesses. This initiative represents a fundamental shift in restructuring procedures and reducing the time and effort required to complete transactions …

ASHGABAT / WAM Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, along with Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Ahmed Al Sayegh, Minister of State, paid a working visit to Turkmenistan. The delegation included several representatives from the UAE government and private sector entities, …

SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) discussed with the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA)’s Middle East members ways to enhance strategic cooperation in advancing the growth and development of the exhibition industry in the region. The discussions highlighted the role of the exhibitions sector as a catalyst for economic growth, facilitating business connections, and promoting …

GULF TIME Vapiano is set to introduce breakfast for the first time in its history across its UAE outlets, marking an exciting new chapter for the international dining brand. The new Vapiano Breakfast Menu has been created to bring a fresh, social, and relaxed international lifestyle experience to the morning dining scene, offering guests a new way to begin their …

NEW WEST ZONE SUPERMARKET LLC, the registered and exclusive owner of the trademark “WEST ZONE” in the United Arab Emirates, hereby declares that  the company has no procurement or marketing branch operating in any of the Emirates in the UAE except “ Dubai”. The public, customers, and suppliers are hereby cautioned not to deal with any entity claiming to represent or belong …

ABU DHABI/WAM The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) is calling on investors to collect their dividends through First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the paying agent appointed to handle the process. This comes as a part of its ongoing efforts to protect the rights of shareholders in companies listed on the UAE stock exchanges and ensure they claim any outstanding entitlements …

DUBAI/WAM Capital.com, the high-growth global trading platform and fintech group, has announced it is now offering its customers access to the principal UAE stock markets – becoming one of the first major trading platforms to do so. In a move that reflects the growing interest in the region’s economy, Capital.com is providing full coverage of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), the second-largest exchange in the Middle East, on Tuesday welcomed the successful listing of Alpha Data, a leading digital transformation provider and systems integrator in the UAE. This marks the UAE’s first IPO and the exchange’s second offering in 2025, reinforcing the exchange’s commitment to broadening the market and offering …