Author: Mahdeehassan

Tealium, the leading intelligent real-time data streaming platform, is participating in AI Everything Abu Dhabi 2026, taking place on 6–7 October at ADNEC Centre. The company is showcasing how regional enterprises can use real-time, consented customer data to improve AI-powered experiences, reinforcing its commitment to helping businesses across the Middle East translate their AI investments into measurable results. According to PwC’s 2026 Survey, 45% of CEOs surveyed in the UAE report using AI in demand generation, spanning sales, marketing and customer service. To support continued adoption, Tealium’s presence at the event centres on its customer data platform, which unifies first-party…

The GCC-wide provider of study abroad counselling services, UniHawk, has launched a new UK-based initiative, A World Academy, giving high school students a unique gateway to explore university life, careers and culture overseas. Designed for ambitious students aged 12 to 18, the one-week residential program will take place during the 2026/27 winter vacation at the world-renowned University of Oxford and University of Cambridge, with a corresponding program being staged in Dubai.Open to students from across the globe, the programs offer an alternative to traditional summer camps, enabling students to travel independently, stay in university accommodation, build knowledge and skills, and…

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai has announced the launch of a new Master of Science in Integrative Design (MSID) to equip professionals and graduates with the skills to address complex workplace challenges through interdisciplinary design methods. The program is for students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds who want to integrate design, creativity and innovation with business acumen, new technologies and strategy to develop solutions and advance their careers or create new ventures.The MSID is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and RIT’s Art and Design Departments worldwide are accredited by the National Association…

The Organizing Committee of the National Auto Award announced the completion of the nomination phase across all categories and sections for its 14th edition (2026), paving the way for announcing and honoring the winners during the final ceremony scheduled to take place in Jeddah in mid-November. The award is the first and only one of its kind in the Middle East region, organized and managed by “PR Arabia” with the support of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) and in strategic partnership with “Geeby Finance”. Chinese Dominance and a Shift Towards Electric and Hybrid Vehicles This year’s nomination results…

Proposed transaction values FFAI’s robotics business at approximately $200 million; FF EAI Robotics Ecosystem Inc. now trades on Nasdaq under the ticker FFR; FF advances robotics commercialization, U.S. manufacturing and its broader Physical AI strategy Robotics commercialization advances: FF has established a portfolio of 24 robotics products across three forms, entered commercial delivery and reported an average gross margin of approximately 30.9% in Q2 2026 for its “Four-Core Full-Stack AI” robotics products. Physical AI ecosystem expansion: FF is advancing its broader Physical AI strategy across intelligent robotics, AI, industry applications and shared intelligent mobility, supported by its “Four-Core Full-Stack AI”…

Dar Tantora The House Hotel, the heritage-led property by Kerten Hospitality in the heart of AlUla Old Town, has been awarded One MICHELIN Key in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection for exceptional hospitality, design, personality and guest experience. For Kerten Hospitality, this represents more than simply an international accolade for a single property. It is a reflection of the group’s wider philosophy: That the future of hospitality lies in creating places with a strong sense of identity, where culture, community, creativity, wellbeing and human connection are embedded into the experience, rather than added as an afterthought. Founded on the…

Large UAE businesses have less than four weeks left to appoint an Accredited Service Provider (ASP) under the country’s e-invoicing mandate, with many companies yet to make a selection, according to Tax Star, a Ministry of Finance approved Accredited Service Provider. Businesses with annual turnover of AED 50 million or more must appoint an ASP by 30 October 2026, ahead of mandatory e-invoicing go-live on 1 January 2027. The requirement is part of the UAE’s transition to a unified e-invoicing model, under which qualifying B2B transactions must be validated and transmitted through an accredited third-party provider rather than exchanged directly…

Travelling further on every litre is becoming a more compelling proposition for UAE motorists as October’s fuel-price changes put vehicle efficiency in the spotlight. From daily commutes to journeys between emirates, hybrid vehicles offer a practical way to reduce petrol consumption while retaining the convenience and flexibility drivers value. With the UAE’s revised October fuel prices taking effect, the benefits of efficient vehicles are particularly relevant. Beyond any single monthly price adjustment, reducing fuel consumption can deliver lasting value throughout ownership, especially for motorists covering substantial distances for work and family commitments. Fuel efficiency is also about making better use…

The UAE’s construction sector is set to continue its upward trajectory over the coming years, with the market projected to reach AED 614.38 billion by 2031, according to market intelligence and advisory firm ‘Mordor Intelligence’[i]. The continued expansion is supported by sustained public and private investment, major urban development plans, infrastructure projects and growing demand across residential, hospitality, logistics and other sectors. Dubai remains a key contributor to this growth, accounting for 47.2% of the UAE construction market in 2025, according to the report. As the scale and complexity of construction projects across the UAE continue to increase, technology is…

Maya Touati has launched Maya Touati Advisory, a global private office and strategic advisory working with business owners, family offices, institutions, organisations, partnerships and long-term initiatives across markets. Operating at the intersection of strategy, culture, institutions and influence, Maya Touati Advisory has been established to support projects that require more than a conventional advisory approach. The firm brings together strategic direction, institutional relationships, cultural intelligence and specialist expertise to help clients develop and advance ambitious projects across sectors and geographies. The Advisory works with governments, cultural institutions, foundations, educational organisations, family offices and purpose-led entities. Its areas of work include strategic advisory,…