Author: Mahdeehassan

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), continued its ‘KnowTalks’ series. A new session titled ‘Arab Scholars: A Lasting Legacy in World Civilisation’ was presented by His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF. The session focused on the crucial role of Arab and Muslim scholars in creating a prosperous human civilization that developed a wide array of scientific and knowledge-based disciplines, including engineering, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and philosophy, among others. This foundation served as a basis for contemporary advancements. Furthermore, the discussions highlighted contributions that had a lasting impact…

EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology companies and defence groups, has announced the signing of a strategic letter of intent with the Brazilian Navy, through the Navy’s Weapons Systems Directorate, detailing the joint development of anti-drone systems. The next phase will involve establishing a joint working group, comprising technical experts from both parties, to advance the established partnership. The objective of this cooperation is to develop and deploy counter-drone systems tailored to naval defence needs, with a focus on autonomous surface and aerial technologies. These systems will incorporate advanced sensors, such as radars and electro-optical technologies, combined with signal jamming capabilities to effectively…

Argella, a global advisory and data-led technology firm has officially relocated its headquarters from London to Dubai. Established in the Meydan Free Zone, the new entity marks a strategic shift for the firm as it accelerates its global focus on AI, data, and digital transformation. Founded in London in 2017, the company has spent nearly a decade delivering advisory support and expertise to businesses of all sizes – from helping start-ups scale, to supporting digital and data-led transformation in established businesses. Argella works with founders, CEOs, and management teams, offering hands-on guidance and strategic advisory board support across a wide…

Jahez International Company (“Jahez International”), a pioneering platform that connects customers with their favorite restaurants through online orders, organized a series of community-driven and customer focused initiatives during March. These included strategic partnerships, exclusive collaborations, exciting competitions, and traditional celebrations, reflecting the Company’s broader strategy to engage with its customers and support the community. Recognizing Ramadan as a time that brings people together through shares values and traditions, Jahez Internation implemented its March initiatives in a way that balanced its social impact in the community while engaging its customers. Each initiative launched during the period was selected to address different…

Monaco, April, 2025 — Global biotech company Dexlevo successfully wrapped up a three-day Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress (AMWC) 2025 in Monaco, drawing significant international attention with its showcase of GOURI, the world’s first liquid polycaprolactone (PCL) injectable. During the AMWC, Dexlevo held three symposiums from March 27 to 29, which brought together renowned medical professionals from around the world to explore the clinical innovations and efficacy of GOURI, a next-generation collagen biostimulator that is redefining the aesthetic medicine landscape. The first symposium opened with a keynote presentation by Dr. Akaluck Thammasunthorn from Thailand, titled “The Possibilities of Liquid…

Oxford Business Group and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University release report on women’s empowerment and academic excellence in Saudi Arabia Riyadh, March 2025: A new report examining Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University’s (PNU) role in advancing women’s empowerment and academic excellence in Saudi Arabia has been released. Produced by Oxford Business Group (OBG) in partnership with PNU, the report, PNU: Empowering Women to Shape the Future of Saudi Arabia, comes as the Kingdom continues its drive to enhance female participation in the workforce and align higher education with Vision 2030 objectives. The publication provides in-depth analysis of how PNU is…

Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently organised a virtual workshop on sustainability reports. The online session highlighted the important role played by sustainability reporting in enhancing transparency surrounding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards for investors, consumers, and regulatory bodies. Organised by the chamber’s Centre for Responsible Business, the workshop attracted the participation of 147 representatives from private sector companies. The session explored how sustainability reporting serves as a vital tool that enables businesses to demonstrate their ESG performance, manage risks, and effectively engage with stakeholders. Participants…

CAIRO: Telecom Egypt, the country’s leading telecommunications provider, has joined forces with Truecaller, the world’s leading Caller ID and spam protection platform, to redefine customer communication and experience. The partnership aims to provide Telecom Egypt’s customers a more secure, personalized, and seamless calling experience. In an era where customers are increasingly wary of answering unknown calls due to the prevalence of unsolicited calls, businesses face mounting challenges in connecting with their audience. Leveraging Truecaller’s Verified Business Caller ID solution, Telecom Egypt now ensures that its customers can instantly recognize incoming calls from the company. Official branding elements, including Telecom Egypt’s…

Valeo Health, a pioneering leader in AI-driven healthcare, has successfully raised $12 million in its Series B funding round, bringing its total funding raised to $20 million to date. Co-founded by Sundeep Sahni, Nadine Karadag, and Ankur Majumder, Valeo Health is redefining personalised, data-driven healthcare across the region. The round was led by Flintera, with participation from existing investors Nuwa Capital, FJ Labs, Oryx, and Mindshift Capital, as well as new investors like Oraseya and Eirad. The investment will be used to accelerate the company’s mission to make personalised, science-backed healthcare solutions more accessible across the KSA, UAE and the…

Arabian Pay, the leading national fintech platform, has announced the signing of an agreement to secure funding as part of its Pre-Seed investment round from “Al Bassami Holding Group”, a leader in the logistics and transportation sector in the Kingdom and globally. The signing ceremony was attended by Mohammed Rashid Alabdullatif, Founder and CEO of “Arabian Pay”, and Omar Al Bassami, CEO of Al Bassami Holding Group. This agreement strengthens the partnership between “Arabian Pay” and “Al Bassami Group”, providing Arabian Pay with not only financial investment but also a strategic pathway for collaboration. This support fuels Arabian Pay’s innovations…