Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Cyber Security Council and “Nozomi Networks”, a global leader in OT and IoT security, have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of the UAE’s critical infrastructure and industrial sectors. The collaboration supports the UAE’s national vision to enhance cyber resilience across operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) environments, providing deeper visibility, advanced threat detection, and intelligencedriven security for critical national assets across energy, utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and smart infrastructure. This collaboration goes beyond a bilateral partnership, extending to the establishment of an Innovation and Excellence Center…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Enercap, a subsidiary of Apex Investment PSC, is showcasing its latest advanced energy storage solutions and technologies during its participation in the Make it in the Emirates 2026 platform, affirming its role in supporting critical infrastructure in the UAE and reinforcing the country’s position as a regional and global hub for advanced energy technologies. Ahmed Amer Omar, Managing Director of Enercap, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the company’s locally developed technologies are deployed across a range of vital applications within the UAE. These include the installation of energy storage systems in…
ISTANBUL, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates National Pavilion has concluded its first day at in the SAHA International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition (SAHA) 2026, receiving significant attendance from international delegations, industry leaders, and representatives of leading international defence and security companies in the defence and security sectors. The exhibition, which brings together thousands of global companies and key decision-makers from over 120 countries, is set to continue until 9th May at the Istanbul Expo Center. The UAE’s participation is supported by the Ministry of Defence and the Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement, and is organised by…
The weather in the UAE continues to be fair in general on Wednesday, May 5. While clouds are expected to appear eastward by afternoon, there is no rain predicted on this day, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate northwesterly-to-southwesterly winds will blow. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels How hot will it be? Temperatures continue to rise in the UAE. While the high in Dubai was 36°C on Tuesday, it will rise to 40°C…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Development Bank (EDB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to support AI talent development and applied research collaboration between the two institutions. Announced during Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) 2026, the partnership represents a strategic step in strengthening the UAE’s position as a global hub for artificial intelligence and future-ready industries. Through integrating EDB’s financial expertise with MBZUAI’s world-class capabilities in AI education and research, the collaboration aims to foster a sustainable ecosystem of innovation and real-world application across key economic…
LONDON, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Arsenal of England qualified for the UEFA Champions League final after defeating Atletico Madrid of Spain 1-0 tonight in the second leg of the semi-final at Emirates Stadium in London. The first leg had ended in a 1-1 draw, with Arsenal advancing 2-1 on aggregate. Arsenal will face the winner of the match between Paris Saint-Germain of France and Bayern Munich of Germany in the final. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Seraj Tariq Faidi, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Reem Bank, announced that the bank is targeting entry into the industrial financing sector and aims to capture a promising share of this market, particularly for small enterprises in the UAE, over the next five years, as part of its expansion strategy following its transition from a finance company into a licensed local bank. Faidi told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the fifth edition of the Make it in the Emirates 2026 platform that Reem Bank officially launched during the event,…
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] Late Monday night, as the UAE announced a shift to distance learning, school leaders quickly mobilised teachers and administrative staff. Many worked late into the night, well past midnight, coordinating behind the scenes to ensure students could log in the next morning without disruption, particularly those in exam year groups. The decision to revert to online classes came after the emergency warning system was activated on May 4, following detection of Iranian missiles nearly a month after the April 8 ceasefire in…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) to strengthen collaboration in supporting SMEs and start-ups within the national priority sectors. The partnership is designed to advance economic diversification objectives while boosting the competitiveness of UAE-based enterprises across key productive, industrial, and investment domains. The MoU signing ceremony was attended by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI, and Najla Ahmed Al Midfa, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of EGF. The agreement was executed by Mohammed Ahmed Amin Al Awadi,…
DAMASCUS, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Syrian Arab Republic today condemned the blatant Iranian terrorist attacks that targeted civilian sites and facilities in the United Arab Emirates using missiles and drones. In a statement carried by Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed Syria’s full solidarity with the United Arab Emirates and its firm rejection of any act that threatens regional security and stability. The statement reiterated Syria’s principled position calling for respect for international law and the Charter of the United Nations, foremost among them the respect for state sovereignty. Source: Emirates…