By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Renowned for its commitment to cutting-edge technology and innovation, Emirates has launched a new strategy called ‘One Device’ leveraging Apple products, whereby all 20,000 Emirates Cabin Crew receive iPhone 13 or iPad Air configured with custom Emirates apps to improve and streamline passenger service onboard, as well as enhancing the overall crew experience. Emirates has already invested more than AED 32 million …

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Beond, the world’s first premium leisure airline, unveiled its sophisticated and unique aircraft livery. With events in Malé, Maldives attended by dignitaries, investors, supporters and employees, and at a global media event broadcast online and in-person in Voco, Palm Jumeirah Dubai, the airline showcased its first aircraft, an Airbus A319 seating 44 passengers in a luxurious all lay-flat configuration. “Welcome to Beond. Our …

PolicyBazaar.ae, a leading fintech and UAE’s trusted insurance aggregator (part of the PB Fintech Group (NSE:POLICYBZR) announced that its CEO, Neeraj Gupta, will be one of the featured speakers at GITEX Technology Week, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Neeraj will address key topics on the future of finance and the impact that technology has on financial services in the …

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has suspended, with immediate effect, the authorization of the following Exchange Companies –B Category till further orders due to serious violations of the State Bank’s regulations and instructions: M/s International Exchange Company –B (Pvt) Limited M/s World Wide Exchange Company –B (Pvt) Limited M/s World Exchange Company –B (Pvt) Limited M/s Universal Exchange Company –B …

By Muhammad Rafiq RIYADH: In a signing ceremony that took place today, the King Abdullah Financial District Management and Development Company (KAFD DMC) announced its strategic partnership with the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute. This groundbreaking collaboration solidifies their commitment to driving transformative change, bolstering economic resilience, and harnessing innovation to address society’s challenges. As a cornerstone of Riyadh’s economic ambitions, …

Dubai has painted a new picture of how humans and generative AI might interact in the future, offering a glimpse into the seemingly limitless creative potential of generative AI. During a series of exhibitions and innovations showcased at the Dubai Assembly for Generative AI, the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) brought artists and technologists together to display groundbreaking pieces of artwork, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: World’s renowned cables manufacturer Premier Cables (Pvt) Limited thrilled to announce our continued participation in the esteemed GITEX Technology Week at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This marks our 15th consecutive year of involvement in this event, which is scheduled to take place from October 16th to October 20th, 2023 at stand # CC1-60/13, Concourse 1 (Pakistan Pavilion). …

News Desk DUBAI: An Indian software engineer has been added to the ever-growing list of Indian winners of US$1 million when the draw for the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire promotion was held today at Concourse B of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Karnaiah Mandolla, a 45-year-old Indian national based in Sharjah, won US$ 1 million in Millennium Millionaire Series …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates Premium Economy and Economy Class customers on long haul flights globally will be treated to new complimentary amenity kits, now onboard. The amenity kits have been designed in partnership with United for Wildlife, to highlight eight of the most endangered species on the planet. Preserving wildlife and habitats is a core pillar of the Emirates Environmental Sustainability …

DUBAI: There is a growing trend among startups to have a presence in the world’s strongest economies such as the UAE, UK and Canada. The key drivers are high ROI, expansion, diversification and the alternative lifestyle. However, the challenges the newcomers face are understanding the complexities of local laws and regulations, the business setup process, the tax regime, and the working culture. …