Powered by IBM watsonx Orchestrate, agentic AI is embedded into mission-critical governance and compliance systems across e&. DAVOS/DUBAI: Global technology group e& and IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced a strategic collaboration to advance towards an enterprise-grade agentic AI foundation at e&, starting with policy, risk, and compliance. Unveiled at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the initiative reflects e&’s …

Sport Desk DUBAI: It’s game time! The McDonald’s Junior Sports Academy is back, and registrations are now open for football and cricket sessions kicking off at the end of January. Running for eight weeks, the action-packed program invites children aged 8-12 to get moving, try new sports, make friends, and build confidence in a feel-good environment. More than 1,500 kids …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The celebrations marking Fragrance World’s presence in 150 countries began with a grand event at Expo City Dubai. The celebration logo was unveiled through a spectacular drone show that painted the sky with colors and narrated the history of Fragrance World, carrying the digital signature of Chairman and Founder Poland Moosa. The logo was unveiled in …

The Hatta Souq branch’s recent expansion enhances retail capacity and product assortment, thereby improving the overall appeal and shopping experience DUBAI: Leading consumer cooperative ‘Union Coop’ has completed a major expansion of its Hatta branch located in Hatta Souq, substantially strengthening its retail footprint and improving the overall shopping experience for customers in the region. The expansion has resulted in …

News Desk MANAMA: Al Salam Bank marks its 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of strategic evolution, institutional resilience, and sustained leadership within Bahrain’s banking sector. Since its establishment on 19 January 2006, the Bank has evolved from a new market entrant into Bahrain’s largest and fastest growing bank, driven by disciplined execution, a clear consolidation strategy, and a long-term value creation …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has announced a significant six-year partnership with the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, further strengthening the airline’s long-standing commitment to supporting golf in Dubai. As the region’s longest-running tournament and among the most anticipated events on the sporting calendar, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic is the kick-off event of the DP World Tour’s prestigious Rolex Series. …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai officially opened today at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a major milestone for the Middle East’s specialty coffee industry. Organised by DXB LIVE, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), in collaboration with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), the event …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways and Tunisair today signed a codeshare agreement strengthening air links between North Africa and Abu Dhabi and supporting growing demand for travel, tourism, and business between the two regions. Starting today, travellers can book flights between Abu Dhabi and Tunis under either airline’s code on Etihad-operated services. The partnership creates a streamlined booking experience with a …

Capt. Ibrahim AlBlooshi: We believe in the importance of working with our partners to develop regulatory and service frameworks in a way that contributes to enhancing operational efficiency By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Ports Authority, at the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, has been awarded the Government Partner Award by the Dubai Shipping Agents Association (DSAA). The award was presented during …

DUBAI: Gulf Land Property Developers has announced the launch of the final phase of Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai, marking the last release of residences within the branded development and the final opportunity to secure a home in what is positioned as the first Tonino Lamborghini Residences in Dubai. Construction has now surpassed 50% completion, with visible progress continuing across the …