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H.E. Dr Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi says the Guinness World Records title reinforces the UAE’s position as a global leader in blockchain, tokenisation and Web3 innovation Dubai, UAE; July 15, 2026: H.E. Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, has welcomed Blockmaze’s Guinness World Records™ achievement, saying it will further strengthen the UAE’s position as a global hub for blockchain, tokenisation, and Web3 innovation. From left Mr. Tajinder Virk- Finvasia Group and Dealing, Mr. Puneet Mangla, Co-Founder and COO, Blockmaze, H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign…

This post is brought to you in paid partnership with QuickBooks. Late payments are one of the most common reasons a profitable small business still runs into cash flow trouble. The fix isn’t complicated, but it does require a more connected approach. Clear payment terms, faster invoicing, multiple ways to pay, and automated follow-ups all help reduce delays. Platforms like QuickBooks Payments bring those steps together in one workflow, helping businesses move from estimate to invoice, payment, deposit, and accounting without switching between separate tools. Quick answer: small businesses reduce late payments and improve cash flow by doing the following:…

Nemetschek Group Advances AI-Powered Construction Workflows in the Middle East with Bluebeam Max The new premium subscription brings advanced automation, intelligent markups, and AI-powered reviews to the region’s booming AEC/O sector. Dubai, UAE – 15 July 2026 – Nemetschek Arabia, part of the Nemetschek Group, one of the world’s leading software providers for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AEC/O) industry, today announced the regional availability of Bluebeam Max across the Middle East, bringing advanced automation, intelligent markups, and AI-powered reviews to architecture, engineering, and construction professionals across the region. The new premium Bluebeam subscription is designed to help project teams…

This post is brought to you in paid partnership with QuickBooks Customers today expect businesses to accept payments however is most convenient, whether that’s tapping a card at a checkout counter, paying an invoice from a phone, or completing a purchase online. For small businesses, meeting those expectations is important, but managing multiple payment systems behind the scenes can quickly become complicated. The easiest payment setup isn’t necessarily the one with the most options. It’s the one that matches how a business actually sells while keeping invoicing, payment collection, and accounting connected. For many businesses, that means offering a few…

In an era where corporate success is routinely quantified by valuations and profit margins, a distinct category of industrial leaders chooses to measure impact through regional development and structural philanthropy. Rejesh Satiija, an engineer turned international industrialist and humanitarian, embodies this alternative approach. Over a career spanning more than three decades, Satiija has quietly constructed a diversified global empire while anchoring his legacy in community transformation across the African continent. From Trading Roots to the London Metal Exchange Satiija’s entrepreneurial trajectory began far from international boardrooms. Born into a modest Indian family that prioritized discipline and core values, he completed…

Android 17 rolled out to Pixel phones last month, and if you were hoping your non-Pixel Android phone would catch up anytime soon, you might have to wait. Samsung is still running the One UI 9 in Public beta, and most other manufacturers haven’t even announced when their skins will get the Android 17 treatment.  So it’s a genuine surprise that Xiaomi, of all companies, just jumped the queue. Xiaomi has started rolling out HyperOS 3 updates based on stable Android 17, and it’s currently limited to the Xiaomi 17 series. Which Xiaomi phones are getting the update first? Only…

Swisslog introduces FastMove – a high-performance, scalable next-generation monorail solution for future-ready pallet transport Dubai, UAE, July 15, 2026 – Swisslog, a leading provider of data-driven warehouse automation solutions, has repositioned its proven monorail system under the new name FastMove. The updated product identity reflects enhanced customer value, with a focus on performance, flexibility, and improved equipment lifecycle for long-distance pallet transport. FastMove is a high-capacity electrified monorail system designed to move palletized goods efficiently across complex warehouse environments. Building on more than 40 years of proven Swisslog technology, this next-generation monorail solution enables companies to optimize material flow over long distances…

Samsung may be preparing to charge buyers considerably more for a foldable phone they have effectively seen before. Reliable tipster Roland Quandt claims the Galaxy Z Flip 8 will be almost identical to the Galaxy Z Flip 7, with a new processor serving as its only major hardware upgrade. Meanwhile, a separate South Korean pricing report puts the upcoming phone at 1,683,000 won, an increase of 198.000 won, or roughly $130, over its predecessor’s original Korean price. Although Samsung has confirmed neither of these claims. A familiar package with slightly better performance The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to…

President of the Italian Republic confers the rank of Officer of The Order of Merit of the Italian Republic upon Her Highness Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi Italy’s highest of merit recognises Her Highness’s longstanding contribution to strengthening cultural relations between Italy and the UAE through education, publishing, culture and international dialogue Sharjah, UAE, July 15, 2026 In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the President of the Italian Republic conferred upon Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Book Culture, the Officer…

Android is heading for its biggest app store shake-up in years. Starting July 22, third-party Android stores in the US can access Google Play’s catalog and offer those apps through their own storefronts. The change comes after Google and Epic Games withdrew their joint attempt to modify the permanent injunction in their long-running court battle. Google must now follow the original order requiring it to distribute rival stores through Google Play. Its support documentation confirms the July 22 launch date, though competing stores must enroll before they can participate. How will rival app stores work inside Google Play Participating stores…