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Fourth Emirates Perfumes and Oud Exhibition and Second Middle East Cosmetics Show Open at Expo Centre Sharjah Sharjah, 10 October 2026: The fourth edition of the Emirates Perfumes and Oud Exhibition and the second edition of the Middle East Cosmetics Show opened yesterday at Expo Centre Sharjah. Running concurrently until 18 October 2026, the two exhibitions bring together more than 200 companies and approximately 700 brands participating in the Emirates Perfumes and Oud Exhibition, alongside a selection of companies and brands specialising in the cosmetics sector. The exhibitions were inaugurated by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber…

A shared platform for global business leaders during World Economic Forum week: GFH and Forbes Middle East Partner to Create a Global Business Hub at Davos 2027 11 October 2026 (Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain): GFH Bank B.S.C. (“GFH” or “the Bank”) and Forbes Middle East have announced that they will join forces under one roof during Davos week in 2027 through Forbes hub at GFH’s pavilion. The shared platform will bring together business leaders, investors, government representatives and decision-makers from across the region and around the world for high-level dialogue and engagement. GFH’s pavilion will run alongside the World Economic…

Looking for somewhere to keep the kids entertained this Halloween without settling for another standard costume party? Lala Little Wonders is turning its immersive family destination in Al Quoz into a Halloween playground, with themed activities, creative workshops, entertainment, mini-games and plenty of spooky fun for little ones. Running from October 12 to 18, and just in time for half-term break, The Spooky Streak is designed to give families more than just a few hours of Halloween entertainment. The entire venue will take on a Halloween theme, with children encouraged to come dressed up and explore the park, enjoy the…

Headlined by the flagship 32-inch 4K OLED+ monitor with Audio by Bang & Olufsen, the new portfolio brings QD-Mini LED and Mini LED performance to creators and competitive gamers across the Emirates. Dubai, UAE, October 09, 2026 — TCL, a global leader in consumer electronics and one of the world’s leading television brands, today announced its entry into the monitor category in UAE with the introduction of its 2026 monitor portfolio. Leveraging decades of display innovation, Mini LED backlight control, and QLED color engineering, TCL’s debut lineup spans high-performance esports displays, flagship display panels, and versatile everyday models. Designed for…

Discussions focused on expanding cooperation in technology, industry, healthcare and cultural exchange Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi: Sharjah’s international relations are guided by a vision of building long-term partnerships Sharjah, October 09, 2026, Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations and the Higher Committee for Economic Integration in the Emirate of Sharjah, discussed opportunities to expand cooperation between Sharjah and China in technology, industry and healthcare with H.E. Ou Boqian, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The two sides also discussed a proposal to establish a cultural institute in…

Future 100’ honours the third cohort of companies joining the initiative and announces the opening of registration for its new edition this October Three new partners – Nuwa Capital, Global Ventures, and Carta – join the Future 100 network Abu Dhabi, October 9, 2026: In the presence of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Co-Chair of Investopia, ‘Future 100’ – the joint initiative between the Ministry of Economy and Tourism and the Government Development and the Future Office – honoured its third cohort of 100 companies in recognition of their achievements and contributions to the…

The UAE set to introduce E-Cheques and E-Guarantees that will change the payment eco-system, experts say at an ICAI Dubai Conference These new initiatives will put the UAE in the lead in global financial architecture and reinforce the country’s position in innovation and financial technology Date: Dubai, UAE; October 09, 2026 The UAE Central Bank is currently executing 35 financial projects that, once implemented, will change the way consumers use money, according to officials and experts who spoke at a conference titled: The Future of Money, organised by the Dubai Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). “The real…

From Dreams to Pages: 15-Year-Old Zahra Ahmed Unveils The Journey So Far at Dubai’s Iconic Mohammed Bin Rashid Library. WHEN A YOUNG PERSON’S JOURNEY BECOMES A ROADMAP FOR OTHERS. At the iconic Mohammed Bin Rashid Library in Dubai, 15-year-old Zahratul’Jannah Ahmed launched her first book, The Journey So Far, surrounded by families, educators, dignitaries and young readers. Bringing together the experiences and lessons that have shaped Zahra, the book encourages young people to recognise their potential, build confidence and take an active role in their own growth. In a world overflowing with information and distractions, it offers practical guidance for…

AvaTrade to acquire the majority of FXCM Group’s business and brand, bringing them under the global framework of the AvaTrade Group and giving relevant FXCM clients access to AvaTrade’s advanced platforms, AI-powered tools and comprehensive multi-asset offering. Dubai, 9th October, 2026 – AvaTrade, a leading global online trading broker, today announced it has agreed to acquire the majority of FXCM Group’s business, one of the world’s longest-established Forex and CFD trading brands. Founded in 1999, FXCM was a pioneer of Forex trading for retail investors and has built a loyal global client base over more than two decades. “Our ambition is to…

Oryx Legal Consultants advises digital asset fund sponsors exploring DIFC and ADGM as demand for sophisticated investment structures develops. Abu Dhabi, UAE – The UAE is witnessing a shift in its digital asset investment landscape, with increasing interest in regulated cryptocurrency funds as the sector moves beyond trading platforms towards more sophisticated institutional investment structures. Vanessa Abernethy, Co-Founder of Oryx Legal Consultants UAE-based Oryx Legal Consultants is currently advising multiple digital asset fund sponsors seeking to establish investment vehicles within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), reflecting the growing importance of specialist legal and regulatory…