By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Reinforcing its commitment to customer convenience and innovation, Dubai Duty Free has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Crypto.com, a global leader in cryptocurrency services, to explore enabling crypto payment and develop collaborative initiatives. The MoU paves the way for exploring crypto payments at Dubai Duty Free both in-store and online, offering travelers more diverse …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Crypto.com to explore ways to integrate Crypto.com Pay within its payments systems, while maintaining the highest security and compliance standards. Integration is expected to take effect next year. The MoU was signed in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, …

KARACHI: Mehwish Salman Ali, visionary CEO and Co-Founder of Zahanat AI and Data Vault Pakistan, has been elected President of the USA Chapter of CxO Global Forum, a leading international platform connecting global C-level executives, technologists, and thought leaders. This prestigious appointment reflects Ms. Mehwish’s extraordinary contributions to artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation across borders. As President, Ms. Mehwish …

Rising Flavors of Pakistan Shine on the Global Stage! By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: COTHM Karachi’s culinary champions have made Pakistan proud with their stellar performance at the 4th GCCM Global Culinary Challenge 2025 in Malaysia. Led by Mr. Usaid Ahmed, Director Operations COTHM Karachi, the team demonstrated exceptional skill and creativity, securing: 🥈 7 Silver Medals 🥉 1 Bronze Medal 📜 7 Diplomas Upon their return …

DUBAI: Redefining the art of luxury, Palazzo Versace Dubai has introduced an exclusive offer that goes beyond the ordinary. Guests who spend a minimum of AED 1,000 across any of the hotel’s experiences, whether through a stay in one of the iconic Versace-designed rooms, a culinary journey at its acclaimed restaurants, or a rejuvenating treatment at the award-winning The SPA, will …

Qatar Insurance Group (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has achieved the prestigious (p) ‘AAA’ ESG rating from MSCI ESG Research—the highest possible rating under MSCI’s globally recognized environmental, social, and governance (ESG) framework.This exceptional milestone places QIC among the world’s top-performing insurers for ESG excellence and governance resilience. It also solidifies QIC’s position as the first company in Qatar and the …

KARACHI: Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited (DIBPL), has joined hands with JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech organization, to facilitate and grow inland home remittance transactions to Pakistan through innovative, easy and seamless digital financial solutions. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Dubai Islamic Bank’s Head Office in the presence of senior management from both organizations. This strategic collaboration enables …

News Desk SAN FRANCISCO: Sojern, the leading marketing platform built for hospitality, is joining forces with PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM), an independent technology company shaping the future of digital advertising’s supply chain. This new relationship enables agencies and advertisers to access and activate Sojern’s extensive real-time travel data insights, with PubMatic’s premium inventory, to target travelers more accurately and in a …

News Desk KARACHI: The Board of Directors, in its meeting held on July 7, 2025, has re-appointed Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of K-Electric with effect from July 30, 2025. Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi joined KE in 2008 and has held key roles in the organisation as CFO, Company Secretary and Head of Treasury prior to …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: DIHAD Sustainable Organisation has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Pakistan Association Dubai, marking a significant step toward establishing a strong, results-driven partnership that brings together expertise and resources to improve access to medical care and support vulnerable communities. This collaboration represents a transformative shift in the concept of humanitarian work, moving beyond …