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ABU DHABI/ WAM Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, and Google have launched the Google for Startups Accelerator, a joint programme to scale AI-focused startups within Hub71+ AI, the ecosystem’s specialist vertical, and drive innovation across high-impact sectors from Abu Dhabi. A total of 26 startups from the Hub71 community have been selected to join the inaugural cohort, gaining access ...

ABU DHABI/ WAM US President Donald Trump arrived in Abu Dhabi today on a state visit to the United Arab Emirates. UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed the US President and his accompanying delegation as they arrived at the Presidential Airport. Also present to receive the US President were His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE As part of its continuous efforts to develop care and rehabilitation services provided to various categories of People of Determination, Zayed Higher Organization (ZHO) has partnered with Sakina, a subsidiary of PureHealth, to collaborate in providing specialised healthcare and therapeutic services. The agreement was announced on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME In a stride towards transforming urban sustainability, Fakhruddin Properties has launched its breakthrough “90:90 Waste Management Initiative,” a pioneering model that aims to divert up to 90% of building waste from landfills. The forward-thinking system was unveiled at Trafalgar Central in Dubai International City, and introduces the city’s first in-building composting and sorting facilities in a ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Cyber Square, a global innovator in AI education, in collaboration with the University of Dubai, successfully hosted the 5th International Digital Fest, which is widely recognized as the largest student technology expo of its kind, on 10 May 2025. Held on the vibrant campus of the University of Dubai, the Fest welcomed over 800 attendees, comprising ...

DUBAI / WAM The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has organised a retreat on Artificial Intelligence (AI), bringing together senior ministry leaders, subject matter experts, and representatives from strategic partners to review the results of the AI maturity assessment and launch the ministry’s new AI plan. The new AI plan focuses on six key areas: Financial Foresight, Smart Operations, Data Governance, ...

DUBAI / WAM MSCI Inc, a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community, announced that Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (DEWA), the emirate of Dubai’s exclusive electricity and water services provider, which is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), is in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, effective as of the market ...

ABU DHABI/ WAM Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, the largest operator of fully integrated and purpose-built economic zones in the region, is the official enablement partner for the fourth edition of Make it in the Emirates – a flagship platform driving the UAE’s transformation into a global industrial hub. Hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced ...

SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research (SCHESR), presided over of the first meeting of the SCHESR, which was held on Wednesday at the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre. In presence H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin ...

ABU DHABI/ WAM Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC) has delivered strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025. It reported a net profit before tax of AED133.3 million, marking a 19.2 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024 as a result of strong underwriting and investment performance. ADNIC swiftly completed its integration and rebranding efforts following ...