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American Express Middle East Named “Best Service to Business” at The Card & Payments Awards Middle East 2026 The recognition underscores the business value of American Express Middle East’s Corporate Payment Solutions in helping organisations manage, control, and optimise their business spends. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 22 September 2026 – American Express Middle East has been named “Best Service to Business” at The Card & Payments Awards Middle East 2026. The Award recognises organisations that demonstrate excellence in supporting corporate customers through innovation, customer value, operational efficiency, and measurable business impact. American Express Middle East was recognised for redefining corporate payments through…

Nahyan bin Mubarak: Under the UAE President’s leadership, the UAE has become a centre of healthcare excellence Khuloud Al Omian: Summit brings together expertise and perspectives that help define standards for healthcare excellence Shaista Asif: Summit provides a platform to advance the fundamental transformation reshaping healthcare Discussions explore policy, innovation, precision health, longevity and population health Sessions examine genomics, patient experience, chronic disease, prevention and evolving models of care Sessions spotlight global partnerships, fertility, pharmaceutical innovation and healthcare transformation Abu Dhabi, UAE – 22 September 2026: H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, affirmed…

Leading Qatari organizations announce enterprise AI deployments, integrating Gemini Enterprise to automate core operations and power agentic workflows DOHA, QATAR – 22 September 2026 – Today at the Google Cloud Summit Doha 2026, Google Cloud showcased the acceleration of Qatar’s national digital transformation, announcing major new initiatives including the launch of the MCIT Innovation Lab (iLab) and the Google Cloud National Skilling Program in partnership with the Qatar Digital Academy. Held at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) to mark the third anniversary of the Google Cloud Doha region, the event brought together more than 2,000 technology executives, developers, and strategic…

Women Board of Directors and PwC Middle East to host ‘Reaffirmation’ — bringing together accomplished Emirati women leaders Taking place on 28 September 2026 in Dubai, the event will celebrate Emirati women’s contributions and inspire the next generation of leaders Dubai, UAE, 22 September 2026 – Women Board of Directors (WBD), in collaboration with PwC Middle East, will host ‘Reaffirmation’, bringing together accomplished Emirati women leaders from across business, government and wider society for an afternoon of dialogue and recognition. Hosted at PwC Middle East’s offices in Emaar Square, Dubai on Monday, 28 September 2026, from 2:00 PM onwards, the event…

As Part of the Chief AI Officers’ Visit to the United States and During Dreamforce 2026 UAE Shares Its Experience in Developing the Next Generation of Agentic AI-Powered Government Dubai, 23 September 2026: His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, reaffirmed that the UAE continues to advance its position as a global leader in AI-enabled government. In line with leadership’s directives, the country is accelerating the adoption of agentic AI across government to enhance government performance, strengthen future readiness in key sectors, and deliver faster, more responsive public services. He made these remarks during a UAE…

Makary will lead Visa’s UAE market strategy and deepen engagement with clients, partners, regulators and other stakeholders Appointment reinforces Visa’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s digital economy and advancing secure, seamless and inclusive commerce Makary brings more than 12 years of Visa experience across Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq and the wider Levant Mario Makary Dubai, UAE, September 22, 2026 – Visa, a world leader in digital payments, today announced the appointment of Mario Makary as Vice President and Country Manager for the United Arab Emirates. Based in Dubai, Mario will lead Visa’s business in the UAE, with responsibility for market strategy,…

Institution advances from #301–400 to #101–200 and ranks among the global top 100 for four SDGs September 23,2026: Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has made a significant leap in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings, moving from an overall position in the #301–400 range since 2022 to a top #101–200 ranking in the recent 2026 edition. CUD is also the number one-ranked university in Dubai for six consecutive years, according to the QS World University Rankings System The university also earned a place among the top 100 institutions against four of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs),…

IHC confirms Fount Trust as its ultimate parent following a restructuring above Royal Group IHC’s ultimate beneficial ownership remains unchanged following the restructuring Royal Group continues to exist and operate, with the new ownership framework supporting continuity of ownership and long-term stewardship ______________________________ Abu Dhabi, UAE – 21 September 2026: IHC, a global investment company focused on building dynamic value networks, today confirms that Fount Trust is its ultimate parent following a restructuring of the ownership arrangements above Royal Group. Royal Group continues to exist and operate. The purpose of the structure is to support long-term stewardship and continuity across generations.…

Dubai, UAE – September 2026: Azizi Hospitality, the hospitality arm of Azizi Developments and part of Azizi Group, is moving ahead with the development of its five-star hotel in Azizi Riviera, Meydan, with the property on track to open in mid-2028. The development is an important step in Azizi Hospitality’s wider expansion across the UAE, following its announcement of plans to invest AED 75 billion in 151 hotels across the country, predominantly in Dubai. The portfolio is expected to deliver approximately 60,000 room keys and create more than 75,000 jobs. Located within the vibrant, amenity-rich community of Azizi Riviera, the…

Government agencies faced 27% of all attacks, while 23% of incidents were sector-agnostic Darya Lavrova Positive Technologies, a leader in results-driven cybersecurity, has released a research report on the cyberthreat landscape in the Gulf region for the first half of 2026. The findings reveal that alongside financially motivated threat actors, hacktivists and state-aligned threat groups played a major role in the attacks. The primary objectives of these state-aligned actors were operational disruption and damage to national interests. The Gulf states attract a wide range of cybercriminals due to their strong economies, advanced digital infrastructure, and complex geopolitical dynamics. The conflict involving Iran in…