Abu Dhabi: In the presence of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, G42, a UAE-based global technology group, has announced reaching an agreement with Cisco, a global leader in networking and security, to lay the groundwork for a strategic collaboration aimed at further advancing artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and infrastructure development across public and private sectors. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed emphasized that investing in artificial intelligence, amid rapid digital transformation, has become a cornerstone for shaping

Moscow: As part of an official visit to Moscow, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (SZGMC) organised two lectures titled ‘Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – A Place for All, Creativity in a Specialised Field’ at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) and Moscow State University. Delivered by Yousif Al Obaidli, Director-General of SZGMC, the lectures formed part of a broader cultural visit involving meetings with senior officials from prominent Russian academic and cultural institutions. According to Emirates News Agency, the lectures were attended by around 100 students, including Emiratis, and highlighted the Centre’s strategic role in conveying the

Dubai: On the opening day of Airport Show 2025, Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects announced the award of a formal contract to Smiths Detection to deploy advanced checkpoint screening technologies across all terminals at Dubai International Airport (DXB). The multi-year contract covers the installation of HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX Model-S computed tomography scanners in Terminals 1, 2, and 3, aiming to enhance security, operational efficiency, and passenger flow. According to Emirates News Agency, these cutting-edge scanners offer high-resolution 3D imaging and allow passengers to keep electronics and liquids in their bags during screening, significantly improving processing time and convenience. Certified by international

Dubai: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with MIE Events to enhance Dubai’s presence at the international APEX exhibition in Miami and expand its engagement with key global real estate stakeholders. This collaboration supports DLD’s efforts to attract foreign direct investment to Dubai through robust regulatory and institutional frameworks, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a leading global hub for real estate investment. According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement was signed by Majid Al Marri, CEO of the Real Estate Registration Sector at Dubai Land Department, and David Wang, Chairman of MIE Groups, in the presence

Abu Dhabi: Saadiyat Island has launched an array of comprehensive packages that combine accommodation with access to cultural venues, entertainment options, and family-friendly activities. These offers are now available through the official website, SaadiyatIsland.ae. According to Emirates News Agency, the newly introduced Stay and Play package offers guests accommodation at one of the island’s hotels, daily access to a Yas Island theme park, entry to the innovative teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi digital art space, as well as breakfast and beach access. This package aims to provide visitors with a blend of leisure and cultural experiences. Another offering, the Stay and

Abu Dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, attended a ceremony in the Abu Mureikha area to commemorate the 49th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan highlighted the significance of the unification as a national occasion for reflection on the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the Founding Fathers. He emphasized their role in establishing the foundations of unity and reinforcing the principles that guide the nation’s progress. The ceremony

Abu Dhabi: TRENDS Research and Advisory has unveiled an ambitious plan to open 25 offices worldwide by the end of 2025. This initiative aims to enhance the organization’s global presence and bolster its role in advancing scientific research and knowledge exchange from the UAE to the international community. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al Ali, CEO of TRENDS, announced during the Governance of Emerging Technologies Summit 2025 that the expansion will include both physical and virtual offices in various global capitals and cities in the coming months. The organization plans to open official offices in Rome and