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Dewa studies AI-powered workforce, smart buildings at Microsoft HQ

Mon, 28 Oct 2024

A high-level Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) delegation visited the Microsoft headquarters in Los Angeles, US, to explore the transformative potential of AI in enhancing workforce productivity and advancing smart infrastructure.

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One billion people to be 'affected by digital addiction' by 2028

Fri, 25 Oct 2024

Gartner predicts that by 2028, about one billion people will be affected by digital addiction, which will lead to decreased productivity, increased stress and a spike in mental health disorders such anxiety and depression.

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eSolutions, Plant.Digital partner to boost asset performance

Fri, 25 Oct 2024

eSolutions, an asset management provider in the region, will be the new service supplier in asset intelligence for Plant.Digital, business process automation solutions specialist, under a new agreement signed at the recently held Gitex Global in Dubai.

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One-third of new UAE board members are women: report

Thu, 24 Oct 2024

Board diversity in the UAE is on a promising rise, with a significant increase in first-time board members and a stronger presence of women, who account for one-third of the new members.

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Dubai to host 24 global, local sports events

Thu, 24 Oct 2024

Dubai will hold 24 international and local sports events that will take place from October 25-27 in various locations of the emirate, in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council. It will see participants from all walks of life taking part.

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Jumeirah Muscat Bay to hold open-water swimming contest

Wed, 23 Oct 2024

Jumeirah Muscat Bay, a luxury destination for adventure and wellness, is inviting swimmers from around the world to take part in a unique open-water swimming competition for the first time in the sultanate, from January 10-11, 2025.

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Space Cities Network launches global collaboration

Tue, 22 Oct 2024

Four space-focused cities from across the globe have come together to form an international network focused on the growth of aeronautics, space, and astronomy.

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Pop legend to perform in Abu Dhabi in April 2025

Tue, 22 Oct 2024

Sting, a 17-time Grammy Award winner, will perform in Abu Dhabi, on April 3, 2025, as part of his Sting 3.0 World Tour presented by Live Nation Middle East. The band will deliver electrifying hits and rarities from the pop legend’s timeless discography.

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Dubai to herald Diwali celebrations with fireworks

Tue, 22 Oct 2024

Dubai is gearing up to celebrate Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, from October 25 to November 7, 2024, with an array of entertainment, cultural experiences, comedy events, musical tributes, theatre productions, and free community events.

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Adnec Group acquires Royal Catering Services

Mon, 21 Oct 2024

Adnec Group, a 100% owned subsidiary of Modon Holding, on Monday announced that it has signed definitive agreements for the acquisition of 100 percent of the share capital of Royal Catering Services, an Abu Dhabi-based catering service provider.