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The Middle East is not a passive consumer but an active architect of the AI future. The UAE is investing heavily in IT infrastructure and rolling out AI education across schools. These efforts are laying the groundwork for everyday AI, technologies that understand local languages, respect cultural nuances, and integrate seamlessly into daily life. Among the clearest examples are AI assistants, which have evolved into trusted companions that help people manage work, learning, and daily routines with increasing fluency. Rami Abu Arja, Senior Innovation Marketing Manager at Yasmina, Yango Group, explores five trends shaping the adoption of AI assistants and what…

71% of UAE families believe they should strategically invest in digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, NFTs or tokenised traditional assets, compared with 69% globally. 75% trust AI tools to support wealth decisions, provided human advisers remain part of major judgment calls, versus 70% globally. Findings reveal that UAE families are combining innovation and strong governance to safeguard multigenerational wealth. 27 October 2025 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Standard Chartered Global Private Bank today released its research findings on ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families, revealing 71% of UAE families believe they should strategically invest in digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, NFTs or tokenised…

Dubai, UAE — October 2025 Renowned Indian celebrity chef Ranveer Brar is set to unveil Kashkan – Kissaghar on 28th October, marking a significant growth of the Kashkan brand in the UAE. Building on the success of Kashkan at Dubai Festival City Mall, Kissaghar emerges as a unique extension of the brand, reflecting Chef Brar’s vision of transforming dining into a nuanced Immersive cultural experience. With this launch, Chef Brar aims to further establish both Kashkan and Kissaghar restaurant brands as complementary pillars of his culinary journey in the Middle East. Designed as a “House of Stories,” Kissaghar is adorned…

Dubai, 27 October, 2025: S&P Global Ratings and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has jointly hosted the 15th Annual Islamic Finance Conference at the DIFC Atrium. The 15th Islamic Finance Conference highlighted the industry’s strong performance in 2024, marked by 10.6 per cent growth and total sukuk outstanding surpassing USD 1trn for the first time. The conference covered the global outlook for the Islamic finance industry, highlighting the opportunities and challenges for future growth, and provided a deeper dive into the GCC’s evolving capital markets. Hadi Melki, Regional…

Abu Dhabi, 27 October 2025: PureHealth has honoured emergency room (ER) heroes across its SEHA hospital network, for their vital contributions to healthcare in Abu Dhabi. The event was attended by His Excellency Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of DoH, and Shaista Asif, Group Chief Executive Officer of PureHealth, along with other senior leaders. Held at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), the event brought together 100 ER physicians, nurses and support staff from SEHA facilities across the emirate. These professionals were honoured for their unwavering dedication to delivering urgent, life-saving care under some of the most challenging circumstances within the…

UAE, 27 October 2025 – Lebanese fintech Whish Money has secured financial services licenses in Canada, its first major regulatory approval outside the MENA region, signaling the start of a planned global expansion. The company confirmed it is also pursuing licenses in other key markets, including the United States, United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia. This strategic move sets Whish Money apart by prioritizing a direct, in-country licensing approach, rather than relying solely on third-party partnerships or limited money transfer agent models. This strategy involves establishing locally incorporated entities and operating fully within national regulatory frameworks, and is designed to…

Dubai, UAE October 27th 2025 – The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres and Retailers (MECSR) successfully concluded Retail Congress MENA 2025 on October 14, following two days of intensive dialogue, strategic networking, and transformative insights at The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC in Dubai. Under the theme, “Hit Reset: Transforming Retail for Impact,” the two-day congress assembled thousands of regional and international stakeholders to examine the fundamental recalibration reshaping Middle Eastern retail landscapes. The 2025 edition recorded strong participation from chief executives, commercial real estate developers, retail operators, technology solution, architects, and institutional investors. Participation was noted across conference sessions, exhibition areas, and networking zones, demonstrating a…

Join the industry’s most influential voices and unlock unparalleled investment opportunities at IREIS 2025 Ras Al Khaimah, UAE; October 27, 2025: The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated International Real Estate Investment Summit (IREIS) by Cityscape, set to take place on October 30-31, 2025, at the Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. This inaugural event promises to be a game-changer for investors, developers, and real estate professionals seeking to navigate the dynamic global market and capitalise on emerging opportunities. With a stellar line-up of world-renowned speakers and industry pioneers, IREIS 2025 is designed to deliver actionable…

Event held in collaboration with the Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT) Kuwait City, Kuwait: The 4th edition of the Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference is set to take place on 17–18 November 2025 at the Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel, in collaboration with the Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT). The event will bring together leaders from government, industry, and technology sectors to accelerate Kuwait’s digital agenda and support the goals of Vision 2035. This year’s edition is positioned as the nation’s most influential platform for driving digital innovation, featuring the participation of ministries and government entities, digitalisation consultants, and technology developers.…

Redefining enterprise transformation, the strategic partnership will support organizations across the region adopt AI responsibly, driving innovation and measurable business outcomes. UAE, Dubai – October 27, 2025: ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group,  entered into a strategic partnership with Dataiku, The Universal AI Platform™.  As an AI-first organization, ZainTECH is driving innovation that empowers enterprises and government entities to become more digital, intelligent, and resilient. This new partnership with Dataiku strengthens that mission by helping organizations responsibly adopt AI at scale, delivering measurable outcomes while maintaining transparency, fairness, and accountability. “AI is reshaping how organizations operate, innovate, and…