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Agreement signed during Global Food Week 2026 Recruits to receive training for critical and administrative roles across food facilities and logistics operations Collaboration supports the readiness of critical facilities to maintain operational continuity during emergencies and food-related crises Abu Dhabi, UAE, 08 October 2026: The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), and Silal Group, the UAE’s leading agri-food and technology group, have signed a cooperation agreement to train and qualify Alternative National Service recruits, supporting the readiness of critical food facilities during emergencies and crises. The agreement aims to equip recruits with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform…

The new curriculum is set to raise service quality and professional expertise across the real estate sector Mawaheb talent hub, part of the Department of Government Enablement, signed an MoU with ADREC to pilot the curriculum through a programme preparing 60 Emirati nationals for licensed careers in real estate brokerage. Memoranda of understanding with Mawaheb, ThinkProp and Abu Dhabi School of Management cover delivery and joint development of broker training, ADREC-recognised courses and certification, and applied research Abu Dhabi, UAE, 8 Oct 2026 – The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), has signed a memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Mawaheb, part of…

The UAE Cyber Security Council and SCC Middle East Partner to Develop Centre of Excellence for Cyber Resilience and Trusted Technology New UAE-based Centre to build national capability, support cyber innovation and open pathways to international markets Abu Dhabi, UAE – 6 October 2026 — The UAE Cyber Security Council and SCC Middle East today announced plans to develop a new Centre of Excellence for Cyber Resilience and Trusted Technology in the UAE, to serve the region and the globe, announced during AI Everything Abu Dhabi. The Centre will provide an environment where government, enterprises, technology partners and specialists can explore…

For most Dubai SMEs, an agency is the stronger model when the business needs regular video production, design, publishing and several specialist skills. In-house works better when daily access, immediate approvals and constant brand immersion matter more than breadth of execution. A hybrid structure often provides the strongest balance. The choice becomes clearer when both models are compared using four factors: Cost, Capacity, Control and Continuity. Together, these form the 4C Model for Social Media in Dubai. The 4C Model compares the operating structure behind social media delivery rather than comparing one salary with one agency retainer. Cost: the full…

Meet the Fintech Leaders Transforming the Region The Fintech 50 companies have collectively processed over $260 billion in transactions. The UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt account for 76% of the listees. Saudi-based shopping and financial services app Tabby tops the ranking for the second year in a row. Dubai, October 8, 2026: Forbes Middle East has revealed its annual Fintech 50 list, highlighting 50 companies at the forefront of MENA’s fintech transformation. Collectively, they processed more than $260 billion in transactions in 2025, reflecting their growing role in how consumers and businesses access, manage, and move money across the region.…

Emirates Institute of Finance – Innovation Hub Launches Bloomberg Finance Lab to Strengthen the UAE’s Financial Talent Pipeline Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 8 October 2026 – The Emirates Institute of Finance – Innovation Hub (EIFI) and Bloomberg today announced the launch of a Bloomberg Finance Lab, bringing leading market data and analytics tools used across global finance into the institute’s professional training programmes. Affiliated with the Central Bank of the UAE, EIFI plays a key role in developing capabilities across the country’s financial services sector. The new Bloomberg Finance Lab will support its mission to develop the next generation…

CEOs and technology leaders from Siemens AG, Honeywell, AVEVA, Cognite, AIQ and Schneider Electric among those confirmed to address how AI is transforming energy operations, infrastructure and investment IEA estimates widespread AI adoption could deliver up to US$110 billion in annual power generation savings by 2035 and unlock 175 GW of additional capacity from existing transmission lines AI to feature across ADIPEC’s conferences, exhibition and Leadership Roundtables, connecting energy operators, technology innovators and investors to accelerate real-world deployment Abu Dhabi, 8 October 2026: Global technology CEOs from Siemens AG, Honeywell, AVEVA, Cognite, Siemens Energy, AIQ, Schneider Electric, and SandboxAQ are…

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Report identifies next SME digitization opportunity: connecting payments with day-to-day business management. 31% of SMEs surveyed find an all-in-one payment and business solution appealing, compared with 43% that currently use one. Integrated payment and business solutions can give financial institutions a more holistic view of SME cash flow and transaction patterns and support more tailored financing solutions over time. Doha, Qatar – Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Qatar have largely moved beyond the first stage of digital payment adoption, but a productivity gap remains. According to Visa’s new survey for its Pay and Get Paid 2026 report, the vast…

Strategic collaboration will provide home buyers with structured financing options across selected residential projects within Expo City Dubai’s sustainable master community Dubai, UAE, 8 October 2026: Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has partnered with Expo City Dubai to provide off-plan home financing options for eligible customers purchasing residences across selected projects under construction within the Expo City Dubai portfolio. The collaboration between the two entities will give customers access to financing options for approved properties within Expo City Dubai’s growing residential portfolio, which includes more than 3,000 units currently in the development phase. The offering…