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Dubai: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee, honoured the winners of the 10th Mohammed Bin Rashid Arabic Language Award. Organised by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, the Award recognised 11 winners for pioneering initiatives and contributions to advancing the Arabic language across education, technology, media, culture, language policy and other fields. The 10th edition marks a decade of recognising and supporting individuals and institutions dedicated to…
Chadie Ghadie, CTO, Lenovo, MEA. Rising AI demand and climate pressures are pushing Middle East data centres to integrate energy efficiency, water conservation and operational resilience into infrastructure design. The ground beneath digital infrastructure is shifting, literally. Climate volatility is a present-day constraint reshaping how data centers are planned, built and operated. For years, decisions centered on cost, connectivity and energy availability. In 2026, those priorities are being overtaken by a more complex set of considerations, such as heat stress, flood exposure and water scarcity. The Middle East is racing to become an AI powerhouse, in a climate that…
DUBAI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), through Sandbox Dubai, has launched the AI Sandbox to help local and international technology companies overcome regulatory and policy barriers that can prevent promising artificial intelligence (AI) solutions from moving beyond experimentation into real-world deployment. The initiative will bring together startups, SMEs, established technology companies and relevant government entities, including the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI), to test AI-native solutions in real-world environments. Participating companies will benefit from technical, policy and commercial expertise, alongside tailored regulatory guidance to address challenges that may limit deployment. Depending on the use case…
Dubai: Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, will begin a visit to South Korea tomorrow, leading a high-level delegation of government leaders and officials. The visit will explore opportunities to deepen cooperation and knowledge exchange, while drawing on experiences across sectors shaping the future of both countries. Building on the strong relations and strategic partnership between the UAE and South Korea, the visit reflects a shared commitment to expanding economic, trade, technological and cultural ties. It will provide opportunities to share expertise, strengthen institutional relationships and explore how collaboration…
ABU DHABI, 27th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix trophy has made a special stop at Etihad Airways’ headquarters at Zayed International Airport as preparations gather pace for the Formula 1 season finale on Yas Island on December 3-6. The trophy was welcomed by Antonoaldo Neves, Group CEO of Etihad Airways, and Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara, marking a partnership that has been central to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix since its inaugural edition in 2009. The event title partner, Etihad Airways plays a key role in connecting Abu Dhabi with…
Women have spent generations being told how to behave, what makes a good mother or wife, and even how to navigate major life changes. But what happens when they begin questioning those expectations and writing their own stories? For Dubai-based author Avni Doshi, whose debut novel Burnt Sugar was shortlisted for the Booker Prize, challenging these deeply ingrained ideas has become central to her work. Speaking at the inaugural Khaleej Times Women’s Power Summit in Dubai on Wednesday, Doshi explored the power of storytelling and personal reinvention during a fireside chat titled What Comes Next? Embracing Change and Finding Your…
DUBAI, 28th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent banking, financial services, and markets regulator of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has imposed a financial penalty of USD 585,825 (AED 2,149,977) on Moody’s Investors Service Middle East Limited (MISMEL) for data confidentiality breaches. MISMEL has been licensed as a Credit Rating Agency by the DFSA since 31 December 2012. As such, it handles a large volume of data, including highly sensitive and confidential information relating to its customers, including public and private companies, governments, and other counterparties. The DFSA found that MISMEL contravened DFSA Rules…
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, will crown the winners of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge tomorrow (Thursday, 29/10/2026) during the closing ceremony at Dubai World Trade Centre. The 10th edition has attracted a record 40,286,428 students from 60 countries, including 74,062 People of Determination, marking a 24% increase over the previous edition. A total of 138,426 schools and 161,507 supervisors participated. The ceremony will honour the 2025 Arab Reading Challenge champion, alongside winners in the People of Determination and community categories, as well as…
Russian IT solutions – the Indoors Navigation Platform geoinformation platform and the ScriptBuilder script constructor are entering the UAE market, responding to the demand for smart city solutions and the digitalisation of customer servicePublished: Wed 28 Oct 2026, 4:23 PM Russian IT solutions are gaining ground in the UAEThe UAE market is undergoing a period of intensive digital transformation. Cities are actively adopting technologies for infrastructure management, while businesses are looking for solutions that have proven their effectiveness in practice. Increasingly, the focus is on advanced Russian technological developments that offer new approaches to managing business and urban infrastructure.A notable…
Wild Wadi Waterpark, one of Dubai’s most recognisable attractions, is set to reopen its doors on Sunday, November 1. Tickets start from Dh149, with guests getting a chance to experience 30 rides and attractions in the waterpark. From the popular Jumeirah Sceirah to Tantrum Alley, there is something for all those who enjoy an adrenaline rush. Or visitors can take a beat in the Wave Pool. Live music and entertainment will also be available for visitors to kick back and relax.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Part of Truly Amazing, Dubai Holding Entertainment’s first…