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ABU DHABI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — ALTÉRRA today announced it is partnering with BeyondNetZero, General Atlantic’s dedicated growth equity strategy focused on the energy transition, on its investment in Wireless Logic, a leading Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity platform. As industries increasingly recognise decarbonisation as a driver of operational efficiency and long-term value, IoT is emerging as a critical enabler that connects devices, sensors and systems to drive measurable emissions avoidance and resource efficiency. ALTÉRRA’s commitment, made through its newly launched Opportunity Fund, will aim to support Wireless Logic’s next phase of global growth and the scaling of digital…

ABU DHABI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast Thursday, to be partly cloudy to cloudy with some convective clouds. Rain of varying intensity is expected across several areas. Winds will be light to moderate, occasionally becoming fresh to strong during cloud activity. This may cause blowing dust and sand, leading to a reduction in horizontal visibility. In its daily statement, the NCM noted that southeasterly to northeasterly winds will reach speeds of 15 to 30 km/h, potentially gusting to 60 km/h. The Arabian Gulf will experience slight to moderate sea conditions, becoming rough…

Samsung recently added Apple AirDrop compatibility to its Quick Share offering on their Galaxy devices. The feature is now available on the S26 series to users in South Korea. The company stated the update would make it easier for users to share content between Apple and Samsung devices. Samsung follows Google in offering the feature, which was added to the Pixel 10 lineup in 2025. In a statement, Samsung explained it would expand AirDrop support to other markets including Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, Latin America, North America, Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It also plans to add the offering to other…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest updates as the UAE deals with heavy rains and unstable weather conditions.] The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has recorded significant rainfall across parts of the UAE, with offshore and mountainous areas receiving the highest amounts as unstable weather persists. Top five recorded rainfall amounts on Tuesday, March 24, 2026: Das Island: 47.9mm Dayyinah Island: 39.7mm Jebel Mebrah: 33.3mm Jebel Yanas: 31.6mm Abu Dhabi Corniche: 28.3mm Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Residents across the UAE experienced fast-changing weather conditions on Wednesday, with strong winds followed…

DUBAI, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality reported strong performance indicators in the building and construction sector during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting sustained development momentum across the emirate and a highly attractive investment environment that continues to reinforce Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for sustainable urban development. These results highlight Dubai Municipality’s continued role in supporting the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan through an integrated ecosystem of smart services and enabling regulations that enhance sector efficiency and sustainability. Accelerated growth in building permit issuance Dubai Municipality…

DUBAI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — Elite contenders for the Dubai World Cup Night continued their preparations at Meydan Racecourse on Wednesday morning, three days ahead of the 30th edition of the global event. In the $12 million Dubai World Cup, Japanese contender Forever Young underwent light exercise over 1,000 metres on the dirt track following an adjustment to his training programme due to the fast track surface. Trainer Yoshito Yahagi confirmed that jockey Ryusei Sakai executed instructions precisely, noting the horse showed good vitality and is in excellent condition. Sakai added that Forever Young appears in better shape compared…

Siemens recently detailed a planned $165 million investment in its electrical infrastructure manufacturing capabilities in the USA. This move is thought to be a calculated attempt to capitalise on the recent growth in the AI data centre sector. The company is upping its manufacturing capabilities in the U.S. states of North and South Carolina in a move it stated would create more than 350 fresh jobs. Siemens’ move will add to a financial commitment of close to $700 million it made in US production capacity in recent years, spanning new and expanded facilities in the states of California and Texas.…

ABU DHABI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed the UAE’s strong condemnation and denunciation of the terrorist plot foiled in the State of Kuwait. The plot involved a network linked to the banned Hezbollah terrorist organisation, which planned to carry out assassinations and recruit individuals in a grave criminal act that threatened Kuwait’s security and stability. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah affirmed the UAE’s full solidarity and unwavering support for all measures taken by Kuwait to safeguard its security and sovereignty. The UAE top diplomat commended the…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan have issued a joint statement, renewing their condemnation in the strongest terms of the blatant Iranian attacks in the region. The statement called the attacks a flagrant violation of their sovereignty and territorial integrity, international law, international humanitarian law, and the Charter of the United Nations, whether directly or through its proxies and the armed factions it supports in the region. In particular, they condemned the attacks launched by armed factions loyal to Iran from the Republic of…

AJMAN, 25 March 2026 (WAM) — Ajman’s real estate sector has recorded its highest-value property sale transaction at AED185 million, in a move reflecting the growing appeal of the emirate’s property market and the increasing pace of investment activity. According to data from the Ajman Real Estate Index, the plot involved in the deal is located in Al Amerah and is classified for residential and commercial use, enhancing its investment value given the range of development opportunities it offers, whether for residential schemes or mixed-use commercial projects. The record transaction comes amid continued growth in Ajman’s real estate sector, driven…