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DAVOS/ WAM The UAE Government and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have signed a partnership agreement to develop the “We the UAE for Strategic Intelligence 2031” platform, which represents a digital model powered by artificial intelligence, incorporating the best global knowledge resources and international experts in various sectors. The platform aims to support policymakers, strategists, and government leaders in the …

AL AIN / WAM The UAE University (UAEU) in cooperation with Seoul National University, Korea, conducted a workshop on “Earth Science for a Better Stewardship of Our Planet”. The workshop aims to strengthen partnerships and improve research outcomes in geology, earth science, and environmental science to protect the planet from climate change. Prof Ahmed Murad, UAE Associate Provost for Research, …

DUBAI / WAM Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has utilised innovation and the latest disruptive technologies in detecting leaks in the water transmission underground pipelines. This helped Dewa save 243 million gallons of water and AED9.66 million in 2023. Dewa’s Smart Ball technology detects leaks that are usually difficult to detect using traditional techniques. Since its utilisation in April …

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 …