DUBAI: Improving access to Open Data in the UAE would give startups in the country the knowledge and tools they need to validate their business ideas and enhance their competitive edge, according to a new whitepaper released by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The whitepaper, entitled Validating a Startup Business Idea and published in collaboration with global strategy consulting …

DUBAI: After a construction period of less than 48 months, Porsche officially opened the new production facility for its first all-electric sports car at its Zuffenhausen site, commencing the next chapter in the company’s history. “The zero-emissions Taycan is a new Porsche icon,” says Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. “It is different to our previous vehicles, …

BUDAPEST: ​ITU Telecom World 2019, the global tech event for governments, corporates and small- and medium-sized enterprises, opened its doors today to four days of exhibition, debate, networking and awards amongst some of the most influential names from across the information and communication technology (ICT) sector. Hosted by the Government of Hungary, the event was launched in the presence of …

RIYADH: The Guinness World Records has recognized and verified Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group (HMG) as having the largest Tele ICU Command Center consisting of 796 beds which is considered a world record for the biggest Tele ICU Command Center Unit globally. This Tele ICU Command Center unit is consisting of 796 beds designated to serve all the patients …

DUBAI: On the occasion of World Literacy day, Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, organised various events at the bank’s headquarters in Dubai Healthcare City. The bank honoured Mahra Salem Ali Al Muhairi, the eldest participant enrolled in an adult education centre to celebrate participants’ efforts towards achieving literacy and their contribution to national development. …

DUBAI: Smart Dubai revealed that its flagship data platform Dubai Pulse – the backbone of the emirate’s smart transformation – has made a significant leap in terms of international appetite for the data it publishes, registering 1.5 million visits as of August 2019. The increased interest from users around the world came shortly after Smart Dubai Data – the Smart …

MUSCAT: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has recently organized an event to reward key travel agents in the Sultanate of Oman. The event was held in InterContinental Hotel Muscat and was attended by main travel agencies and tour operators of the Sultanate. Based on 2018 performance and sales growth, a number of agents were rewarded …

DUBAI: The substantial investment in infrastructure by the Middle East and North African governments has led to an increased interest in public-private partnerships (PPP). It is estimated that $224bn-worth of public-private partnership (PPP) projects are planned or underway in the Middle East and North Africa.   PPP MENA forum taking place on 11-12 DEC 2019, DUBAI, UAE with supported by the region’s …

DUBAI: Back to School has never been better at BurJuman. As the long summer holidays come to an end, the Mall has the perfect collection of offers and activities to get little ones excited for the new school year.  Ease into school with complimentary arts and crafts sessions for children and adults until 20th September 2019 between 2 to 10 pm at …

News Desk SHARJAH: The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced that it is aiming to attract more Russian visitors this year as an increasing number of tourists from the country continue to flock to the emirate to experience first-hand its world-renowned hospitality and unique cultural heritage. According to the 2018 figures released by SCTDA, Russian visitors, ranked second on …