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(L-R) Sanjaya Satharasinghe, Architecture Team Lead, Comstor Middle East & Mahmoud Hashem, Architecture Presales Manager, MHD Infotech, Oman. Sanjaya Satharasinghe, Architecture Team Lead, Comstor Middle East and Mahmoud Hashem, Architecture Presales Manager, MHD Infotech, Oman, discuss the digital transformation goals specific to Oman and Cisco support for managing cloud complexity in this exclusive joint interview. The datacenter landscape in the Middle East is evolving rapidly. From your perspective, what is driving this transformation? Sanjaya Satharasinghe: Across the Middle East, we are witnessing an accelerated shift toward digital-first business models. Governments and enterprises are investing heavily in cloud adoption, AI-driven services,…
A man in Abu Dhabi has been sentenced to life imprisonment and deportation after serving his term for trafficking and consuming a psychotropic substance, after he was caught selling crystal meth to another person in exchange for money. The case dates back to when prosecutors referred the defendant to criminal trial on charges of possessing a psychotropic substance with intent to promote and consuming the same substance without legal authorisation, in violation of Federal Decree-Law No. 30 of 2021 on combating narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. According to court records, the accused was arrested while selling a quantity of the…
You’ve seen it a thousand times on postcards and hotel campaigns, that unmistakable white sail rising from the ocean. But Burj Al Arab has always been more than its silhouette. It is a building that, in the 1990s, catapulted Dubai onto the global luxury map and announced its arrival on the world stage. Over the years, it has become synonymous with the city’s growth story, an early and enduring testament to Dubai’s steadfast ambition. With the announcement of its closure for an 18-month restoration, it feels like a fitting moment to revisit the quirks, engineering gambles and design choices that…
ABU DHABI, 16th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has issued updated guidance on Anti-Money Laundering, Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF), in alignment with international best practices and covering several key supervisory aspects. These updates aim to enhance the regulatory framework and strengthen the effectiveness of the financial sector’s compliance systems, in line with (AML/CFT/CPF) requirements. This regulatory guidance reflects the CBUAE’s firm commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the UAE’s financial system and mitigating local and international financial crime risks. Aligned with the National Strategy (2024-2027), the highest…
MADRID, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — In stage 1 of O Gran Camiño, Julius Johansen rocketed to the first professional victory of his career. The UAE Team Emirates-XRG powerhouse produced an epic ride against the clock to win the individual time trial and move into the race lead. Completing the 15km-long course in 17 minutes and 43 seconds, the 26-year-old was ultimately 15 seconds faster than the second-placed-rider on the day, Rafael Reis (Anicolor/Campicarn). With this victory, Johansen takes the overall lead of the race, ahead of Rafael Reis and Nelson Oliveira. As Johansen was storming to a memorable first…
Cisco today released its inaugural State of Wireless Report, revealing that wireless has evolved into a strategic growth engine in the UAE, where a single network investment drives compounding returns across operational efficiency, employee productivity, customer engagement, and revenue. Abdelilah Nejjari, Managing Director for Gulf and Levant at Cisco, believes that if enterprises adopt a more strategic approach to wireless technology then it will in turn drive better outcomes for their business. Based on findings from Cisco’s State of Wireless Report in the UAE, organizations across the country are reaching an inflection point in connectivity demand, and those that prioritize…
Zakaria Rashid Doleh expected finding work in the UAE to be straightforward. As an Emirati studying Business Management abroad, he had been assured that opportunities back home would be accessible and aligned with national priorities. His reality proved different. For the young Emirati, applications disappeared into silence, feedback never came, and no platform existed specifically for Emirati talent despite the national focus on Emiratisation. “I was using multiple platforms, sending out applications, but there was very little visibility on what was happening,” Doleh told Khaleej Times. “No feedback, no clear direction, and no real sense of progress.” Through conversations with…
SHARJAH, 17th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH) celebrated World Heritage Day, observed annually on 18th April, on Thursday in a vibrant cultural atmosphere that reflected its commitment to preserving cultural heritage and raising public awareness of its importance. The event featured a diverse programme highlighting the richness and civilisational dimensions of human heritage. Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of SIH, said that World Heritage Day represents a key milestone in promoting awareness of cultural heritage as the memory of nations and a shared human legacy that must be preserved. He highlighted Sharjah’s leading role in…
Dubai-based marketing consultant Keneth Misquith was working in a sales and promotional role for a tobacco product when the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the world. His company operated kiosks in outlets like Spinneys and Carrefour which remained open during the pandemic and as a result, Misquith found himself working through the tumultuous period. “If you think about it, we were not essential workers in that situation,” he says. “But we were out there, working, talking to customers … the company took extra precautions because on a busy day, you could be speaking to 100 people.” Long, nine-hour shifts, while masked…
DUBAI, 16th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Dubai Land Department (DLD) to strengthen coordination between the two key government entities, with the aim of deepening the integration of Emirati-owned SMEs within Dubai’s expanding real estate sector. Under the agreement, the Dubai Land Department will facilitate access for Dubai SME members to activities related to owners’ associations and real estate operations. Real estate companies will collaborate with members across design, contracting, consultancy,…