Cairo: Egypt’s Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will temporarily shut its doors from 15 October to 3 November 2025, as preparations intensify for the museum’s official opening ceremony slated for 1 November. Situated on the Giza Plateau, the $1 billion museum complex is poised to become the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization, showcasing over 100,000 artefacts that chronicle Egypt’s rich history from the Predynastic Period to the Coptic era. According to Emirates News Agency, Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli announced during a press conference that the government is closely monitoring the GEM’s progress as its much-anticipated inauguration approaches. The

Dubai: Momentum continued to build on Day 3 of GITEX GLOBAL 2025, the world’s largest tech and AI event, as it unveiled groundbreaking innovations and partnerships that are redefining industries. The event spans various technology fields, including AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and quantum systems, with a notable focus on biotech and digital healthcare innovations. According to Emirates News Agency, the 45th edition of GITEX GLOBAL, running until 17 October 2025, gathers over 6,800 exhibitors, 2,000 startups, and 1,200 investors from more than 180 countries at the Dubai World Trade Centre. On the main stage, Trevor Martin, CEO and Co-Founder of

Dubai: Expand North Star 2025, organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, attracted strong participation from European startups and innovators. The event served as a dynamic platform to showcase the latest digital solutions and technological innovations while exploring opportunities for expansion across regional markets. According to Emirates News Agency, European entrepreneurs participating in the exhibition noted that Dubai’s agile digital business ecosystem provides an ideal platform for testing and developing cutting-edge technologies, which in turn drives innovation. They emphasised that Expand North Star strengthens Dubai’s role as a leading gateway for European tech

Sharjah: The University of Sharjah (UoS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zhejiang University of China to expand cooperation in academic and research fields. The agreement was formalized during a visit by a high-level delegation from Zhejiang University, led by Prof. Ren Shaobo, Council Chairman of Zhejiang University. The delegation was received by Prof. Esameldin Agamy, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah. According to Emirates News Agency, Zhejiang University is recognized as one of China’s oldest and most prestigious institutions and consistently ranks among the world’s top 50 universities. It is particularly renowned for its excellence in engineering, technology,

Sharjah: The University of Sharjah (UoS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zhejiang University of China to expand cooperation in academic and research fields. The agreement was formalized during a visit by a high-level delegation from Zhejiang University, led by Prof. Ren Shaobo, Council Chairman of Zhejiang University. The delegation was received by Prof. Esameldin Agamy, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah. According to Emirates News Agency, Zhejiang University is recognized as one of China’s oldest and most prestigious institutions and consistently ranks among the world’s top 50 universities. It is particularly renowned for its excellence in engineering, technology,

Sharjah: The debut edition of the Evolve Future Mobility Show (EFMS 2025), the Middle East’s first exhibition dedicated exclusively to electric and new energy vehicles, opened today at Expo Centre Sharjah. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, this high-profile event runs until 18th October, bringing together major global electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, industry leaders, and innovators to shape the future of sustainable transport. According to Emirates News Agency, the exhibition, launched with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), features participation from

Abu dhabi: MGX, the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Partnership (AIP), and BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) have announced their acquisition of Aligned Data Centers. The consortium will purchase 100% of Aligned’s equity from private infrastructure funds managed by Macquarie Asset Management and its co-invest partners. This transaction, which values Aligned at an enterprise value of approximately US$40 billion, is set to advance the expansion of cloud and AI infrastructure. According to Emirates News Agency, AIP was established by BlackRock, GIP, MGX, Microsoft, and NVIDIA with the goal of expanding AI infrastructure capacity and shaping AI-driven economic growth. The financial backing for

Abu dhabi: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), Global Food Week is set to take place from October 21 to 23 at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event will host local and international participants, including decision-makers, experts, and leading companies in the food sector. According to Emirates News Agency, the event is organised by the ADNEC Group in collaboration with ADAFSA, the Khalifa International Award for