Author: Editorial team
DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — The World Free Zones Organization (World FZO), headquartered in Dubai, announced that it will host its 12th annual World Congress from 12th to 14th May 2026 in Panama City, bringing together more than 1,500 policymakers, business leaders and zone C-suite executives from across the globe. The Congress will be formally opened by His Excellency José Raúl Mulino, President of Panama, in the presence of Bernardo Arévalo de León, President of the Republic of Guatemala, and Luis Abinader, President of the Dominican Republic. It will also convene more than 20 ministers, senior government officials and…
SHARJAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW) has completed the Ladies Beach Park project in Dibba Al Hisn, covering a total area of 6,350 square metres, as part of its efforts to develop recreational and service facilities dedicated to women and enhance quality of life in the area. The project includes the construction of a building comprising two wings that house a fitness hall, a creativity hall, a café, administrative offices, a clinic, a prayer room, and guard rooms, in addition to various supporting services, providing an integrated environment for sports, social, and recreational activities.…
Google recently commenced construction work on its first data centre in Austria. The project is pitched as a boost for AI capacity and regional digital infrastructure, with heat reuse and water restoration initiatives baked into the project. The tech giant stated the data centre will support growing demand for Google’s AI capabilities and digital services including Search, YouTube, Maps and Workspace across Europe. Once complete, the site in Kronstorf will create 100 direct jobs, with thousands more expected through construction, suppliers and local businesses. The facility is being built heat recovery-ready, with a green roof and solar panels. Google explained…
Client growth remained strong, with active clients increasing by 18% year-on-year and net deposits rising by 39% quarter-on-quarter Published: Mon 27 Apr 2026, 5:37 PM CFI Financial Group, a globally recognised leader in online trading services, has started 2026 with its strongest quarter to date, recording trading volumes of $2.3 trillion. This represents an 11% increase compared to Q4 2025 and an 81% rise year-on-year, building on the momentum of a strong 2025, where total volumes reached $6.4 trillion. Q1 performance overview The quarter’s strong performance was supported by steady growth in client activity across markets and continued momentum in new…
SHARJAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW) is implementing the Midline project for rainwater and groundwater drainage at a cost of AED500 million, marking one of the emirate’s largest strategic infrastructure developments. The project enhances drainage efficiency across key areas through an integrated engineering system extending over long distances and serving densely populated districts. Despite much of the work being underground, it plays a critical role in preventing water accumulation, maintaining traffic flow, and safeguarding urban life. The development is divided into three interconnected zones. The first includes a 16 km main transmission and secondary…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — As part of its efforts to enhance the transportation system and simplify the mobility experience within the emirate, Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has signed an agreement with Uber, to launch the Uber app services in the emirate. The agreement aims to strengthen the transport ecosystem in Ras Al Khaimah and provide smart and diverse mobility options by enabling users to book taxis and limousines through the Uber app. The agreement was signed by Esmaeel Hasan Al Blooshi, Director-General of RAKTA, and Tala Nsouli, General Manager of Uber UAE, at RAKTA’s…
DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sustainability and Innovation Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is set to organise the fourth cycle of the CleanTech Hackathon from 18th to 20th May, bringing together innovators from around the world to develop solutions to pressing sustainability challenges. The hackathon invites the participation of companies, entrepreneurs, university students and sustainability experts, offering a collaborative platform to address climate change, water scarcity and broader environmental issues. Participants will showcase their innovations across three main tracks: Decarbonisation & Sustainability, Clean Energy Integration & Storage, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digitisation. The initiative…
CMC Networks, Africa’s premier networking provider, has partnered with AVANT Communications, a leading IT decision-making platform and technology distributor, to support enterprises with connectivity across EMEA. The partnership provides AVANT’s global partner network of advisors and enterprises with streamlined access to CMC’s ecosystem of AI-powered network infrastructure and industry-leading customer support, with local operations in 64 MEA markets. AVANT’s enterprise customers can now leverage CMC’s extensive coverage across a pan-regional network, supported by Africa’s first AI-enabled core, to enhance service resiliency and simplify regional expansion. The partnership also empowers AVANT’s Trusted Advisors to provide enterprise connectivity across the region at speed…
A day after Dubai schools were given the green light to resume outdoor activities, playgrounds and sports fields are beginning to come back to life, with institutions moving swiftly to roll out phased reopenings. From football matches and fitness clubs to assemblies and outdoor learning, the return marks a visible shift towards normalcy after weeks of restrictions, with safety protocols, drills and structured supervision firmly in place as students step back outside. The phased reopening comes after a seven-week closure triggered by regional tensions. Although in-person classes resumed on April 20, the revival of outdoor activities, including Physical Education (PE),…
DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates’ flagship A380, long celebrated as one of aviation’s most iconic aircraft, is set to reach new heights as the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi onboard has just been completed. The Emirates A380 was one of the first commercial aircraft in the world to offer internet to its customers, with first generation systems offering a total aircraft bandwidth of less than 1 Mbps. Emirates’ installation of three Starlink antennas on each A380 will improve the Wi-Fi available onboard a thousand-fold – offering a ‘better than at home’ connectivity experience for customers, while flying…