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AHOY, the deep‑tech infrastructure company building the operational layer for Physical AI, and Lumina Partners, a strategic advisory and business development firm from MENA and Europe, today announced the signing of a Strategic Alliance Agreement to accelerate the large‑scale deployment of AI across public sector mobility and critical infrastructure programs. The partnership bridges AHOY’s proprietary technology stack, engineered for on‑chip, and sovereign Physical AI, with Lumina Partners’ strategic advisory expertise and proven capability to structure and operationalize complex technology partnerships for government and enterprise clients. Together, the two organisations will provide a unified pathway for governments and private enterprises to…
OMODA & JAECOO has officially launched the OMODA O5 HEV in the UAE, introducing a new hybrid mobility option combining everyday efficiency, long-distance freedom and responsive performance for a new generation of drivers. Unveiled this week, at the Galadari Motors showroom in Sharjah, the O5 HEV brings OMODA’s “ONE CAR·TWO VIBES” philosophy to the UAE — smooth and efficient for everyday urban mobility, yet powerful and responsive when the journey demands more. Global Momentum, Built for Local Markets The UAE launch comes amid continued global expansion for OMODA & JAECOO. As of July 2026, the brands had entered 77 markets…
Stan Hansen, Chief Operating Officer at Egnyte. Stan Hansen, Chief Operating Officer at Egnyte, explains how connected project information, purpose-built AI agents and safeguards can support secure AI adoption across the Middle East. Egnyte has expanded its Middle East offering with AI-powered capabilities designed to help architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) firms connect, govern and extract intelligence from complex project information. The enhancements include Project Hub, purpose-built AI agents, AI Safeguards and right-to-left language support for its Arabic web interface. In an exclusive interview, Stan Hansen, Chief Operating Officer at Egnyte, discusses why effective AI requires trusted project context, how specialised…
SHARJAH, 10th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah’s real estate sector recorded transactions worth AED4.6 billion in August 2026, through 9,139 transactions across various areas of the emirate. The total traded area in sales transactions reached 12.5 million square feet, reflecting the continued activity of Sharjah’s real estate market. These results reflect the strength of Sharjah’s real estate sector and its continued ability to achieve sustainable growth, supported by a flexible regulatory system and an advanced legislative framework that protects rights and stimulates long-term strategic investments. The indicators also confirm the success of development plans and well-planned urban expansion in enhancing…
For a decade, Dubai Opera has given the city some of its most memorable nights, from soaring arias and spellbinding ballets to sold-out concerts and comedy festivals. Now, as the Downtown Dubai landmark celebrates 10 years at the heart of the city’s cultural scene, it is looking ahead with an ambitious 2026–27 season that brings together some of the biggest names in arts and culture. The anniversary season opens on September 12 with a special gala featuring internationally acclaimed Egyptian soprano Fatma Said, Maestro Ahmed Farag, the UAE National Orchestra and the Festival Chorus. From there, the programme expands to…
Temperatures are in the mid-40s across the UAE, with calm seas, but humidity rising tonight brings a high chance of mist along the coast by Friday morning Dubai: Expect a hot day today, with temperatures in the mid-40s, and rising humidity overnight along coastal areas of the UAE. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts fair to partly cloudy weather today, with an increase in humidity overnight and on Friday morning over some coastal areas, like Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This means there is a high chance of fog or mist formation, so be cautious if you’re out and about…
Gold prices in Dubai edged higher at the market open on Thursday as investors awaited key US inflation data that could influence expectations for the Federal Reserve’s next interest-rate decision.The 24K variant was trading at Dh531.25 per gram at the market open on Thursday, while 22K, 21K, 18K and 14K opened at Dh492, Dh471.75, Dh404.25 and Dh315.50 per gram, respectively.Globally, the spot gold price fell 0.13 per cent to $4,409.2 per ounce as of 9:05am UAE time. Silver was down 0.81 per cent, trading at $67.52 per ounce.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Ole…
For a decade, Dubai Opera has given the city some of its most memorable nights, from soaring arias and spellbinding ballets to sold-out concerts and comedy festivals. Now, as the Downtown Dubai landmark celebrates 10 years at the heart of the city’s cultural scene, it is looking ahead with an ambitious 2026–27 season that brings together some of the biggest names in arts and culture. The anniversary season opens on September 12 with a special gala featuring internationally acclaimed Egyptian soprano Fatma Said, Maestro Ahmed Farag, the UAE National Orchestra and the Festival Chorus. From there, the programme expands to…
Bayern Munich have made it clear their main goal this season is to win the Champions League after recent near-misses, with Harry Kane saying “it has to be our year”.Bayern fell agonisingly short against eventual champions Paris Saint-Germain in a wild semifinal last campaign.PSG won a manic first leg 5-4 and then frustrated Bayern in a 1-1 draw in the second in Munich to advance to the final, where they beat Arsenal on penalties to win a second straight title.Bayern start their latest tilt at a seventh European Cup at home against Norwegians Bodo/Glimt on Thursday.Those around the club, such…
Search engine giant will invest $15 billion in AI infrastructure in Finland, expand data centres and clean energy projects, and sign its first nuclear power deal outside the U.S. with Fortum to support low-carbon growth and jobsHELSINKI: Alphabet’s Google will invest at least €13 billion ($15.1 billion) in artificial intelligence infrastructure in Finland over the next two years and has signed its first nuclear power contract outside the U.S., it said on Wednesday.The Finnish deal includes a 22-year purchase agreement for up to 50% of the energy output of one of Finland’s two nuclear plants, its operator Fortum said separately.Nuclear…