Klaim, a pioneer of healthcare payment acceleration solutions, has successfully secured USD 10 million in Series A equity funding and additional USD 16 million financing fund to drive its regional expansion and transform how medical providers access cash flow. This investment will help propel Klaim’s mission to reshape the healthcare financial landscape by speeding up medical insurance claim payments and …

MIAMI: ModaMiami, the immersive showcase where high-end cars, luxury, and culture collide, returns for its third year on Feb. 28–March 1, 2026, at The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Florida. After two standout events and undeniable momentum, the “Art Basel of car events” is here to stay, now serving as the grand finale of the newly dubbed Miami’s Car Week. …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Under the esteemed leadership of Mr. Raza Abbas, General Manager of Karachi Marriott Hotel, the hotel hosted an exquisite Iftar Dinner celebration on Friday, March 7, 2025, at its iconic Pool Marque. The event brought together an impressive array of diplomats, celebrities, media representatives, and influential social media personalities, all uniting to mark the spirit of …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Empire Development has officially unveiled its highly anticipated project, Empire Lakeviews in Liwan, at a glamorous event held at the Park Regis Hotel, Business Bay, Dubai. This exclusive launch drew a distinguished crowd of brokers, media professionals, and prominent figures from the real estate and lifestyle sectors, making it one of the most talked-about events of …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates will expand the list of cities served by its refurbished Boeing 777 to Seoul, South Korea starting 14 April* and London Stansted in the UK from 7 May*, as aircraft sporting upgraded cabins roll out of Emirates’ retrofit programme and into scheduled service. Emirates’ four-class Boeing 777 will launch on flights EK324/325 between Dubai and Seoul, …

Web Desk DOHA/DUBAI: BKN301, a London-based Banking-as-a-Service technology provider dedicated to empowering the financial industry and operating in EMEA markets, networked with regional fintech and banking entities at Web Summit Qatar 2025 to identify evolving trends and address the growing demand for advanced solutions in the MENA region. After recently setting up its Qatar office as the main headquarters in …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Customs has effectively countered intellectual property rights violations, working to protect both the community and the economy from the harm caused by counterfeit goods. This effort also strengthens Dubai’s investment environment by enabling producers to avoid losses resulting from brand counterfeiting. In 2024, the department recorded 54 seizures involving 10.8 million counterfeit items. Protecting intellectual property …

Web Desk KARACHI: Standard Chartered announced a partnership with Village Capital to continue and expand its Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator across Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan. Part of Futuremakers by Standard Chartered (Futuremakers), the Bank’s global youth economic empowerment initiative for disadvantaged young people, and with funding from the Standard Chartered Foundation, Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator will …

News Desk LAHORE: The Sundar Industrial Expo 2025 concluded on a high note, proving to be a landmark event for Punjab’s industrial sector. Held at Sundar Industrial Estate Lahore on February 19-20, the expo brought together key industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers, fostering collaboration and driving economic progress. To honor the sponsors and exhibitors of the Sundar Industrial Expo, a …

By Rafiq Vayani BERLIN/DUBAI: Emirates concluded yet another successful ITB Berlin, reinforcing its commitment to the world’s largest travel trade show while deepening strategic partnerships across the global travel eco-system. Over the event’s three day run, the airline signed 11 strategic agreements, held 270 high-level meetings and received over 6,000 visitors at its stand, which featured Emirates’ latest-generation A350 cabin …