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ABU DHABI / WAM The AI track of the UAE National Experts Programme received more than 1,000 applications in less than two months, after applications opened on 29th January and closed on 24th March, underscoring the growing determination of Emirati talent to lead in the field of artificial intelligence. The figure reflects growing interest among Emirati professionals working across a …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to President Gustavo Petro Urrego of the Republic of Colombia over the victims of a Colombian military plane crash, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries, wishing a speedy recovery to all those injured. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin …

ABU DHABI/WAM Investments by banks operating in the UAE increased by 2 percent on a monthly basis, rising by AED16.9 billion during January 2026 to reach AED872.3 billion by the end of the month, while annual growth reached 17.4 percent compared to January 2025, according to banking indicators issued today by the Central Bank. Data showed that banks’ investments in …

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 …