In the dynamic realm of health technology, pioneering startups are revolutionizing the approach to wellbeing. One standout in this arena is meta[bolic], a company founded in the UAE by Ali Hashemi and Ihsan Almarzooqi. Since its establishment five years ago, meta[bolic] has expanded its scope beyond its initial focus, making significant contributions to the rapidly […]
The UAE and Peru have revealed their plans to commence discussions for a free trade agreement later this year. This announcement, made during a World Trade Organization meeting in Abu Dhabi, follows Peru’s recent decision to establish an embassy in the UAE. Notably, the two nations have previously inked various agreements, including an aviation pact […]
Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Co. (IHC) is introducing an AI-powered observer to its board, a strategic move aimed at enhancing the decision-making process of its human board members. The virtual entity, named Aiden Insight, will assume an observer role on the board of IHC, the largest publicly listed firm in the United Arab Emirates. Aiden […]
Pharmaceutical company Sigachi Industries has disclosed the formation of a joint venture (JV) with iMass Investments, aiming to broaden its global presence. The JV, a collaboration between Sigachi MENA FZCO (a wholly owned subsidiary of Sigachi Industries Limited) and iConsult Trading Consultancy LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of iMass Investments), seeks to enter the UAE’s […]
An Emirati entrepreneur has harnessed fallen date palm tree leaves to create environmentally friendly cutlery. Lamis Al Hashimy’s company, Palmade, transforms discarded date palm tree leaves into compostable cutlery, offering a sustainable solution that contributes to tree nourishment. Palmade’s production process involves grinding the fibrous leaves into powder, blending them with extracts like sugar cane, […]
The Philippines anticipates that ministers from the World Trade Organization (WTO) will reach agreements concerning the vital fishing and agriculture sectors, aiming to address sustainability and food security, revealed a government official. Alfredo Pascual, the Philippine Trade and Industry Secretary, expressed optimism that any agreements reached would bolster one of Southeast Asia’s burgeoning economies. He […]
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, disclosed on Saturday that the UAE pledged a $10 million grant to support various pivotal initiatives of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The announcement comes as the UAE hosts and presides over the WTO’s 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi from February […]
A landmark agreement was signed on Friday between a UAE consortium, led by ADQ, a sovereign investment fund headquartered in Abu Dhabi, and Egypt, marking a historic $35 billion investment in Ras El-Hekma, the largest foreign direct investment (FDI) ever secured by Egypt. Under the terms of the agreement, ADQ, a prominent holding company in […]
Dubai’s vibrant dining landscape, renowned for its diverse culinary offerings, is now making waves on the global stage as some of the city’s favorite eateries expand their footprint overseas. This trend underscores the emergence of UAE restaurants as formidable contenders in the global culinary arena, sharing their distinctive flavors with gastronomy enthusiasts worldwide. Leading the […]
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 23, 2024 –(PR.com)– Yuze, a fintech company based in the UAE, is poised to introduce business accounts tailored to serve up to 1 million small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and independent professionals across the region. Yuze will provide customers with business accounts and debit cards through Zand Bank, coupled with […]