Abu dhabi: The Stern School of Business at New York University Abu Dhabi (Stern at NYUAD) today announced the establishment of the Institute for Global Financial Competitiveness, a new research endeavour that will use data science to research and rank International Financial Centers (IFCs) globally. According to Emirates News Agency, the institute will be located at Stern at NYUAD, a strategic decision based on the proximity to several regions driving much of the world’s future economic growth. The institute brings together a team of researchers and advisors and is supported by Ray Dalio, renowned investor and founder of Bridgewater Associates,

Dubai: TRENDS Research and Advisory is set to participate in GITEX 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 13th to 17th October, focusing on technological advancements and the future of AI and scientific research. According to Emirates News Agency, TRENDS will launch a white paper in collaboration with the UAE Federal Public Prosecution, detailing key outcomes from the Governance of Emerging Technologies Summit (GETS 2025). This summit was organized by the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) in partnership with the UAE Public Prosecution and TRENDS. During the event, TRENDS will also host a dialogue session with experts discussing ‘The

Dubai: Dubai Holding has officially opened applications for the second edition of its ‘Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025’ global initiative to promote entrepreneurship within a sustainable framework. The flagship programme, delivered in partnership with TECOM Group PJSC’s start-up and entrepreneurship incubator in5, challenges scale-ups from around the world to reimagine how to consume, produce, and regenerate resources to drive the transition to a more circular, sustainable future. According to Emirates News Agency, entrepreneurs entering the competition will vie for a prize pool of AED850,000, with the winning scale-up securing pilot funding and a transformative proof-of-concept opportunity within Dubai Holding’s

Amman: Dubai Municipality has launched the “City Inspector” initiative, a pioneering programme designed to prepare and certify qualified inspectors across various municipal sectors. The initiative aims to build an integrated inspection system, unify processes, and enhance compliance with approved laws and regulations, ultimately raising service quality and community satisfaction. According to Emirates News Agency, as part of the first phase of the initiative, Dubai Municipality has certified 63 Emirati inspectors who are skilled in 14 technical fields of municipal inspection. This step standardises inspection practices, reduces duplication, and strengthens the efficiency of Dubai’s regulatory framework, reinforcing the city’s leadership in

Ras al khaimah: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has sent a congratulatory message to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt, on the election of Dr. Khaled El-Anany as Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). According to Emirates News Agency, the congratulatory message highlights the collaboration between Ras Al Khaimah and Egypt in cultural and educational domains. This election marks a significant moment for Egypt and is seen as an opportunity to strengthen ties between the two regions. Dr. Khaled El-Anany’s

Dubai: Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers under Dubai Chambers, has successfully hosted “The Purpose Forum” to boost corporate commitment to social responsibility, enhance community support initiatives, and expand the positive impact of the private sector by highlighting best practices and sharing experiences. According to Emirates News Agency, the forum was an integral part of the Sustainability 365 initiative organized by the chamber’s Centre for Responsible Business, spanning from 6th to 30th October. The event saw participation from 124 individuals representing companies across various sectors. The forum served as a platform for in-depth discussions, showcasing the chamber’s

Cairo: The Frontline Heroes Office: The Frontline Heroes Office has emphasised that promoting mental health has become an essential national priority, equal in importance to physical health, particularly for frontline heroes who make exceptional sacrifices to protect the community and safeguard its security and wellbeing. According to Emirates News Agency, marking World Mental Health Day, observed annually on 10th October by the World Health Organisation, the Office commended the initiatives of Mental Health Month, organised throughout October by Emirates Health Services (EHS). It described these initiatives as a qualitative milestone in enhancing community awareness and embedding the culture of mental

Abu dhabi: Space42 has successfully shipped three Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites, Foresight-3, Foresight-4, and Foresight-5, from its Space42 Space Systems facility in Abu Dhabi to the United States. The SAR satellites were manufactured in partnership with ICEYE, the global leader in SAR satellite operations. According to Emirates News Agency, this milestone marks the first time advanced SAR satellites have completed critical integration and testing activities in the UAE within the Space42 AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Testing) facility. It advances sovereign resilience and accelerates progress toward the UAE’s National Space Strategy 2030. Anchored in Space42’s strategy of becoming the preferred