DUBAI: Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW), the Data Cloud company, today announced Snowflake Arctic, a state-of-the-art large language model (LLM) uniquely designed to be the most open, enterprise-grade LLM on the market. With its unique Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture, Arctic delivers top-tier intelligence with unparalleled efficiency at scale. It is optimized for complex enterprise workloads, topping several industry benchmarks across SQL code generation, …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Azaan Khan, the Chief Executive Officer of Dugasta Properties, has made a mark with unprecedented success backed by innovative solutions that helped the company sell out projects one after the other in quick succession. Still in his 20s, he is the new leader of Dugasta Properties and has made his mark in the first few months …

AJMAN: Al Haramain Group, a leading UAE manufacturer and retailer of fragrances, organised the UAE’s largest Iftar dinner for 5,000 people, in celebration of its business success of a network of 120 stores spread in more than ten countries with its UAE-made products being exported to more than 70 countries. Al Haramain Perfumes – the Group’s flagship company – is …

News Desk DUBAI: WEE, the pioneering marketplace known for its fast product delivery across the UAE, announces a significant milestone: a USD 10 million infusion (comprising Equity & Credit Facilities) from SIG INVESTMENT, underscoring the confidence in WEE’s vision and capabilities. This latest investment propels WEE’s valuation to an impressive $40 million. Setting itself apart in the bustling UAE online …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Nearly eight out of 10 Emirati consumers (77%) stated a preference for a gift card over a traditional gift, with 64% indicating a stronger inclination for an eGift card (digital gift card) over a physical one. YOUGotaGift, the leading marketplace for digital gift cards in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), partnered with YouGov, an …

ABU DHABI: Orange Hub, the ultimate family entertainment destination, opens its third, largest, and most prominent location in Al Forsan Central Mall. Covering over 35,000 sqft of excitement and adventure, this new flagship venue promises an unforgettable experience for families looking for fun and entertainment. From toddlers to adults, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. With a diverse range of attractions including …

News Desk DUBAI: Consolidating its position as the fastest growing real estate developer in the UAE, Samana Developers has launched the Samana Lake Views Project worth 1 billion ($272.2 million). The project is located in Dubai Production City. The residential complex, situated beside the lake in the neighbourhood, is a continuation of Samana’s commitment of Dh12.5 billion ($3.4 billion) investment …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia in Karachi, Dr. June Kuncoro Hadiningrat along economic team visited the Korangi Association of Trade & Industry (KATI) to discuss bilateral trade relations with the members of KATI. The visit was marked by a keynote speech delivered by Mr. Syed Johar Ali Qandhari, President of KATI, followed by …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: LG Electronics, a global leader in consumer electronics recently hosted its LG Showcase MEA 2024 at the Conrad Hotel in Abu Dhabi. With the overarching theme “Reinventing Together,” the event focused on showcasing the latest innovations and extending relationships with its stakeholders. Hosting over 500 esteemed guests, the event offered hands-on experience with its latest …

DUBAI: On Thursday 18 April, at around 7pm, the first ball was bowled to start an international women’s cricket match between Irelandand Thailand at The Sevens Stadium. It was the first match played at the stadium after it successfully reopened just two days after heavy rains caused major flooding across its pitches, and high winds damaged other areas across its facilities. …