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Network International launches Network MAX to give UAE SMEs faster access to cash flow and greater financial control The innovative digital-first solution provides instant access to settlements, cashback offers, and fast access to funds, improving cash flow and revenue management Network MAX helps growing businesses digitise expenditure, manage employee spending and gain greater visibility and control over day-to-day finances UAE, 18 September 2026: Network International (Network), the leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), launched the Network MAX, a new suite of business card solutions designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UAE to…

The 27th Edition Of IIFA Weekend & Awards Set To Take Over Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, On 22nd – 23rd January 2027 IIFA 2027 TICKETS ARE NOW OPEN TO THE WORLD THE STARS ARE READY. THE STAGE IS SET. IIFA Awards 2027 Host: Karan Johar & Varun Dhawan IIFA Awards 2027 Performers: Salman Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan & Janhvi Kapoor IIFA Digital Awards 2027 Hosts: Pankaj Tripathi & Ali Fazal IIFA & Sobha Realty Extend Landmark Partnership into 2027, Marking Four Years of Collaboration As Presenting Sponsor of IIFA Weekend and IIFA Digital Awards ZEE × IIFA Continue…

ADAAN Developments and TUSCANY Real Estate Development Break Ground on AED 550 Million Arthouse Hills Arjan in Dubai Construction officially begins on the 19-storey branded residence in Arjan, marking a major milestone Dubai, UAE — 18th September 2026 — ADAAN Developments and TUSCANY Real Estate Development, in partnership with Arthouse, the global brand partner, have officially broken ground on Arthouse Hills Arjan, marking the project’s transition from sales launch to active construction and providing buyers and investors with visible proof of progress on the AED 550 million development. The milestone reinforces the partnership behind the project, bringing together Arthouse, ADAAN Developments, TUSCANY…

During His Majesty’s Royal Visit OQ Strengthens Economic Partnership with Angola Through Energy Memoranda of Cooperation Muscat, Oman – 17 September 2026:  OQ, Oman’s global energy investment group, has signed two memoranda of cooperation to explore opportunities for collaboration across a range of energy and industrial sectors, strengthening economic and investment ties between Oman and the Republic of Angola. The memoranda were signed by Ashraf Hamed Al Mamari, Group Chief Executive Officer of OQ, on behalf of OQ. H.E. João Baptista Borges, Minister of Energy and Water of the Republic of Angola, signed the renewable energy memorandum on behalf of the Ministry,…

Bali, Indonesia – 18 September 2026, His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Humanitarian Envoy for The Big Heart Foundation, led a delegation from the Foundation on a visit to several charitable projects and initiatives in Bali, Indonesia. The purpose of the trip was to gain direct insight into the needs of local communities and to draw lessons from the experiences of organisations involved in education, empowerment, protection, and improving livelihoods. His Highness began his trip to Bali with the aim of establishing humanitarian and development partnerships based on an understanding of…

Core42 and Technology Innovation Institute Sign Collaboration Agreement to Advance UAE-Developed Digital Sovereignty and Cybersecurity Innovation Strategic collaboration to develop and evaluate UAE-built sovereignty and security technologies for Core42’s sovereign-enabled cloud and Compass AI platforms. 18 September 2026, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Core42, a G42 company specializing in AI infrastructure and sovereign-enabled cloud, today signed a strategic collaboration agreement with the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), to expand locally developed digital sovereignty and cybersecurity capabilities in the UAE. Signed at GISEC Global 2026, the agreement reflects a shared commitment…

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 18 September 2026: The CEOs Advisory Council of the UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, held its second quarterly meeting, to review the performance of the banking and financial sector, discuss the latest developments, and assess progress in implementing UBF’s initiatives and plans to further develop the UAE’s banking and financial sector during 2026. The meeting commended the achievements of the UAE’s banking and financial sector in strengthening the country’s position as a leading global financial centre. Participants also welcomed the selection of H.E. Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of…

Bodour Al Qasimi opens fifth Sharjah Booksellers Conference with 912 publishers and distributors from 99 countries First day features insights into the latest industry trends, alongside workshops and business meetings Sharjah, September 19, 2026 Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), today (Saturday) opened the fifth edition of the Sharjah Booksellers Conference, organised by SBA in Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing together 912 booksellers, publishers, distributors and representatives of e-commerce platforms from 99 countries. The opening ceremony was attended by His Excellency Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA, and board members of…

With a plot area exceeding 140,700 square metres Abu Dhabi, 18 September 2026 – Cosmo Developments, a joint venture between Abu Dhabi-based Flag Holding Group and Reportage Group, has launched THE WADI, a mixed-use residential development on Yas Island with an estimated investment of AED 6 billion. Cosmo Developments is fully managed and powered by Reportage Group. Overseen by Reportage Group from development and delivery through to long-term management, THE WADI occupies a plot area of approximately 140,700 square metres. It comprises 3,950 residential units, including studios and one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, alongside commercial, recreational and sports facilities, as well…

Abu Dhabi, 18 September 2026 – PureHealth has launched an AI-powered solution to streamline document processing for The National Insurance Company – Daman, designed to enhance the efficiency of health insurance operations. The solution will process more than 60 million documents each year, improving accuracy and enabling faster access to care for over three million members in the UAE. The new solution is expected to convert more than 80 per cent of documents into structured digital data, reducing processing times from days to minutes. Manual rework is set to decrease by over 50 per cent, allowing Daman teams to focus on…