New cognitive layer enables autonomous AI teams to retain business context, prioritise knowledge, and operate more efficiently across enterprise workflows RIYAD: Shaffra, a Saudi-based enterprise AI company building autonomous AI workforce infrastructure for governments and large organisations, has launched Subconscious AI at The Shaffra Convergence in Riyadh. Introduced before senior government representatives, enterprise leaders, investors, and technology stakeholders, Subconscious AI …

DUBAI: Emerging Travel Group (ETG), a global travel company operating the RateHawk, ZenHotels, and Roundtrip brands, has strengthened its Direct Supply team with the appointment of Samyra Krooswijk as Head of Business Development, Direct Supply Middle East. The new appointment is part of Emerging Travel Group’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence in the Middle East, deepen relationships with local …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Standard Chartered (“the Bank”) Wealth Solutions Chief Investment Office (CIO) has released its Global Market Outlook for the second half of 2026, outlining its investment strategy and key themes as investors navigate a more complex and evolving market environment. The report was launched alongside Global Market Outlook events in Dubai and Abu Dhabi this week, the first of …

DUBAI: Medcare Hospitals and Medical Centres, a leading premium healthcare provider in the UAE and part of Aster DM Healthcare Group, today announced a strategic partnership with InterSystems to implement InterSystems IntelliCare™, becoming the first healthcare provider in the region to adopt a next-generation, native AI-first electronic health record (EHR) platform. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Alisha …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Kia Middle East and Africa (MEA) and the Museum of the Future today announced a strategic partnership, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to innovation, sustainability and human-centred design. The collaboration was formalised during a signing ceremony held at the Museum of the Future, attended by senior leadership from both organisations alongside media, partners and industry guests. Through …

News Desk DUBAI: Shamal Holding, the diversified investment firm, has announced a cultural collaboration with Dubai-based multidisciplinary artist Solimar Miller at the former Dubai Zoo site in Jumeirah 1. Drawing inspiration from the site’s natural heritage, Solimar developed a collection of 12 original artworks celebrating the indigenous flora and fauna that once defined the destination. The installation is displayed across …

ATM 2026 to take place from 14-17 September 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 has reinforced Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most resilient and best-prepared destinations for global travel and tourism, as the industry continues to navigate the evolving market conditions. Taking place from 14-17 September 2026 at Dubai …

From night markets to world-famous music festivals, Thailand is shaping itself around the multi-generational Gulf trip, with as much for Gen Z as for grandparents. When a Gulf family travels, it rarely travels light. Grandparents, children and increasingly independent young adults often move as one. Thailand has quietly built itself around exactly this kind of trip, and the Middle East …

As health becomes the new luxury, the Kingdom positions itself among the world’s fastest-growing wellness destinations for Gulf travellers seeking prevention, recovery and longevity. For a generation rethinking what a holiday is for, Thailand is offering a quietly radical proposition: that time away can be an investment in how long, and how well, you live. As chronic illness, sleeplessness and …

News Desk LAHORE: Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has launched a meaningful social investment initiative in collaboration with the Depilex Smileagain Foundation, providing 25 electric scooters to female survivors of acid and kerosene burn violence. Introduced under the Bank’s CSR program, the initiative supports survivors in rebuilding independence, improving access to opportunities, and moving through daily life with greater …