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In its third full year of operations, Wio Bank reported net profits of AED 622 million, reflecting 57% growth over 2024 More businesses and individuals chose Wio as their primary bank, with customer deposits soaring to AED 57 billion Wio ranked as the most loved bank in the UAE across segments, with an NPS of 75 for Wio Business and 76 for Wio Personal, the highest in the industry Wio’s robust balance sheet, impressive profitability, and strong shareholder base give it resilience and support the focus on long-term strategy Abu Dhabi, UAE – 17 March 2026: Wio Bank PJSC (“Wio”)…

Spotify is rolling out a new Exclusive Mode on desktop for listeners who care about audio quality. This feature gives you more control over how sound is delivered, reducing system interference and allowing bit-perfect playback. In simple terms, your music can now reach your headphones or speakers without being altered by your computer’s audio system. This update is currently available on the desktop app for Windows, with Mac support coming later. What is Exclusive Mode in Spotify, and how does it work? Exclusive Mode is designed for people who use external DACs or high-end audio setups, where even small processing…

Proving That Learning Never Has to Stop As Spring Break Is Announced Ahead of Schedule Amid Unprecedented Circumstances, UAE’s Fastest-Growing Hobby Discovery Platform Steps Up With an Immersive Online Camp Experience for Children Dubai, UAE — In response to the early announcement of school spring break across the UAE amid uncertain and unprecedented times, Hobbeeme — a dynamic hobby discovery platform connecting children and adults with live online classes and curated hobby-based experiences — has swiftly pivoted to launch a fully immersive Online Spring Break Camp designed to keep young minds engaged, inspired, and learning throughout the break. With families across the UAE…

Audi is reviving one of its most unusual cars, and this time it’s going electric. The brand has just confirmed the new Audi A2 e-tron as a new entry-level EV that will be unveiled later this year. This marks a significant push for its electric lineup, whilst also calling on the cult classic. If the name rings a bell, this electric car is based on the original Audi A2, which debuted in the early 2000s. It was an innovative, super-lightweight, and highly aerodynamic hatchback best known for its aluminum construction and efficiency. The A2 wasn’t a huge commercial success, but…

Abu Dhabi, 17 March 2026: Mubadala Investment Company has contributed AED 100 million in support of the “Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans” Initiative, launched by the Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority – Awqaf Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, with the aim of establishing a sustainable endowment funding source dedicated to orphan care across the country. The contribution reflects Mubadala’s commitment to supporting national initiatives that generate sustainable social impact and to strengthening efforts aimed at creating a long-term support system for orphans. By helping ensure greater…

Apple is facing its biggest executive transitions since Tim Cook took over as its CEO. Many prominent people in key positions at Apple have left or retired from the company. There was also a rumor that Tim Cook would be retiring soon, but the veteran CEO has categorically denied these talks.  The Apple CEO appeared on Good Morning America to personally shut down retirement speculation. Asked about reports that he was preparing to step aside, Cook told ABC, “No, I didn’t say that. I haven’t said that. I love what I do deeply. Twenty-eight years ago, I walked into Apple,…

Al Ghurair: Support Package Reflects UAE Leadership’s Vision and CBUAE’s Proactive Approach to Enhance Resilience and Reinforce Stability Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 18 March 2026: The UAE Banks Federation, the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, affirmed that the comprehensive Financial Institution Resilience Package, approved by the Board of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of CBUAE, reflects CBUAE’s forward-looking approach to enhance resilience and reinforce…

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is already on its way out. A new report suggests that the company is killing sales for the triple foldable phone just three months after its debut, putting an end to its $2,899 experimental showcase. But while the Galaxy Z TriFold sales are being halted, it’s apparently not the end of the road for such an ambitious smartphone. What’s left to unfold? Amid the TriFold’s reported phase-out, fresh rumors hint that Samsung doesn’t plan on abandoning the concept entirely. It would appear that the brand is doubling down with a better successor, which is slimmer…

UAE, 18 March 2026 – Huawei has announced the return of the global Huawei XMAGE Awards, inviting smartphone photography enthusiasts worldwide to showcase their creativity and visual storytelling between March 23 and August 16. The highly anticipated competition celebrates the art of mobile imaging and the power of photography to capture meaningful human moments. The announcement follows the remarkable success of the Huawei XMAGE Awards 2025, which culminated in a prestigious ceremony at the iconic Grand Palais in Paris on November 12. The ceremony took place alongside the globally renowned Paris Photo, bringing together photography enthusiasts, artists, and industry leaders from…

Samsung is apparently serious about a phone with a slidable screen, and the latest details point to a device that gives you more screen space without the bulk tied to current designs. According to this leaker, the idea has surfaced before, but this time it looks closer to a real product. This device is built around a sliding form factor. Instead of folding inward, the screen extends outward, staying flat while expanding your usable space. That shift alone could change how the phone feels day to day. Size is a big part of the appeal. The expanded display is expected…