Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, 11th February 2026: Gold Apple, one of the largest international beauty retailers, is strengthening its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the upcoming opening of its new store in Riyadh Park Mall. The launch is set in the first half of 2026. It will be Gold Apple’s second store in Saudi Arabia and the next step in the company’s Gulf expansion following Doha, Dubai and Jeddah. Designed around Gold Apple’s retailtainment approach, the Riyadh store will bring an immersive, mall friendly beauty destination to the capital, combining discovery, expertise and experience under one roof. Visitors w
Conakry, February 26, 2026, SPA — In the presence of Prime Minister of the Republic of Guinea Oury Bah, along with a number of ministers and senior officials, the 44th National Competition for Memorizing, Reciting, and Interpreting the Holy Quran was launched in the capital, Conakry. The competition is organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in cooperation with the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Guinea. Saudi Ambassador to Guinea, Dr. Fahad Al-Rashidi, said that this year’s competition saw the participation of more than 4,000 male and female contestants from various Quran memorization cent
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- Gold Apple will Open a New Store in Riyadh Park Mall in the First Half of 2026
- 44th Holy Quran Memorization Competition Launches in Conakry
- Ministry of Islamic Affairs Organizes Iftar Ceremony for Fasting People in Addis Ababa
- Walking, Running Drive Rhythm of Life at Riyadh’s Wadi Hanifa During Ramadan
- Jeddah Waterfront Tops List of Tourist Destinations During Ramadan
- Adhering to Proper Dietary Guidelines Ensures Patient Safety during Fasting
- Ramadan Street Stalls in Makkah: a Seasonal Scene Reviving Collective Memory
- Sudanese Traditions in Jeddah Reflect Ramadan Spirit of Warmth and Togetherness
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A new milestone for Morocco’s startup ecosystem: ORA Technologies and Azur Innovation Fund have joined forces to acquire Cathedis, a leading national player in e-commerce logistics and last-mile delivery.This transaction marks the first-ever consolidation deal between Moroccan startups, financed exclusively with local capital. It positions ORA as a central player in Morocco’s e-commerce and digital landscape, with a unique value proposition on the market.The acquisition confirms ORA’s ambitious strategy to build an integrated digital ecosystem encompassing fintech, foodtech, and now e-commerce logistics.A Strategic Integration and a 360° Vision of E-CommerceFounded in 2023 by Omar Alami, ORA Technologies has established itself…
Football Legend Andrés Iniesta Becomes First Owner and Co-Creation OfficerDUBAI, United Arab Emirates (October 31, 2025) — Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (Nasdaq: FFAI) (“Faraday Future,” “FF,” or the “Company”), a California-based global intelligent mobility ecosystem company, today launched the FX Super One at the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The vehicle, positioned as a First Class EAI-MPV, and announced that soccer legend Andrés Iniesta will become the first global owner of FX Super One and a Co-Creation Officer for the Company. The FX Super One AIHER (AI Hybrid Extended Range) Max edition is priced at 309,000 AED.FF is introducing a dual-payment…
Saudi-based Najeeb.ai, a platform specialising in integrating artificial intelligence with insurance technology, has announced the successful closing of its Pre-Seed funding round, with participation from a group of local and regional angel investors.The new capital will be used to develop AI-based products, expand integrations with insurance companies and healthcare providers, and strengthen operational readiness in preparation for local and regional commercial expansion.Founded in 2023 by Ahmed Yasmina and Hammam Homsi, Najeeb.ai was established in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030’s digital transformation goals. The company aims to improve the efficiency and transparency of insurance operations through AI-driven solutions for the automotive…
With Saudi Arabia preparing to host global events such as Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup in 2034, and giga-projects like King Salman Park, Diriyah Gate, Qiddiya, and The Red Sea Project advancing, the country’s construction market is shifting gears from boom to blockbuster – where efficient materials procurement and innovative financing solutions are emerging as the next catalysts for sustainable growth. BRKZ today announced it has secured up to $30 million in growth debt from Stride Ventures to strengthen its position as one of the key innovators in tailored embedded financing for the Kingdom’s building materials market.This announcement…
Expands global partnerships by signing MOUs with Middle Eastern partners and advancing customized digital identity solutions across government, finance, and education sectorsVision AI specialist METSAKUUR Inc. announced that it successfully showcased its advanced facial recognition AI technologies at GITEX Global 2025, held from October 13 to 17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, attracting significant attention from global buyers and industry professionals.At the exhibition, METSAKUUR Inc. demonstrated a suite of AI-based security and authentication solutions, including its Internal System Access Control Solution, Mobile ID Solution, and Online Test Monitoring Service. Its anti-spoofing technology, 100% accuracy rate, and ultra-fast processing speed…
The cooperation with RAK Motors marks full market readiness for FX Super One’s entry into the UAE.Ras Al Khaimah, UAE (October , 2025) – Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) (“Faraday Future,” “FF,” or the “Company”), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today announced a strategic cooperation with RAK Motors, a Ras Al Khaimah-based automotive dealer. Under this cooperation, RAK Motors is authorized to provide sales, delivery, and after-sales services for the FX Super One in the UAE region.RAK Motors, a long-established automotive distributor based in Ras Al Khaimah, has extensive experience in representing global automotive…
TabSense, founded in 2024, is redefining how restaurants operate by introducing the first AI Agentic Point of Sale (PoS)—a system powered by intelligent AI agents that act like digital employees, helping restaurants and cafes scale efficiently without compromising quality or control. Unlike traditional PoS systems that only record transactions, TabSense’s platform uses autonomous AI agents that streamline operations, optimise menus, automate management tasks, and provide actionable insights in real time.The company currently serves multi-branch and franchise restaurants and cafes across Saudi Arabia and Jordan, with plans to expand regionally and internationally. Its AI-driven infrastructure enables owners and managers to run…
Riyadh — Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Foodics, the leading Cloud-based Restaurant Operations & Financial Management Platform in the Middle East, today announced a strategic commercial agreement valued at USD 10 million. Foodics will leverage AWS’s cloud computing infrastructure to support its expansion and accelerate the development of its own artificial intelligence (AI) solutions aimed at transforming the food and hospitality sector.Through the agreement, AWS will provide the scalable and secure cloud infrastructure that forms the backbone of Foodics’ platform, enabling the company to integrate AI as a fundamental part of its SaaS Restaurant Management Solution offering. Foodics plans to…
Abu Dhabi – Khidmah, one of the region’s leading integrated facilities management and maintenance companies, and K2, a leading technology company based in Abu Dhabi, have signed a landmark partnership set to revolutionise traditional facilities management (FM) operations. Formalised during GITEX GLOBAL 2025 in Dubai, the collaboration will see the development and deployment of advanced autonomous and intelligent FM solutions across Khidmah’s extensive service portfolio, including residential, commercial, retail, education and government facilities.The collaboration will integrate cutting-edge technologies into daily FM operations, implemented across selected Khidmah-managed properties. Key applications will include AI-driven asset intelligence that optimises equipment performance and lifecycle…
Dubai, UAE – AriyaX LLC FZ, headquartered in Dubai and operating through AriyaX Capital, has officially launched AXPT (AriyaX Profit Token) — a regulated digital asset structured to provide qualified investors with participation in real-world aviation revenue.AXPT reflects a new approach to tokenization: combining compliant financial structuring with the performance of private aviation, all governed within a secure and transparent framework.“AXPT was developed to give qualified investors a clear, regulated pathway into aviation-based yield,” said Adnan Deeb, Founder and Managing Director of AriyaX. ‘‘AXPT was created to give qualified investors structured access to real aviation revenue, backed by operational performance…
