Positron AI Ltd, a US-based developer of next-generation, specialised AI inference infrastructure, has established its first presence outside the US in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region. As a company that has raised over USD 300mn including a USD 230 million Series […]

Mawarid Finance and Fimple have officially entered into a strategic agreement to deliver Banking as a Service (BaaS) capabilities through a modern, composable banking platform, marking a significant step forward in the region’s digital banking evolution. The announcement was made during the Mawarid Fintech Summit 2026, reinforcing both organizations’ shared commitment to driving innovation, agility, […]

The Emirates Library and Information Association (ELIA) is participating in the Warsaw International Book Fair, as part of the fair’s celebration of the Emirate of Sharjah as Guest of Honour. The Association’s rich cultural and educational programme highlights the role of libraries in promoting community awareness and supporting culture and knowledge, while also showcasing the […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) generated AED5.3 billion in revenue through digital channels in 2025, marking a 20.6 percent increase compared to 2024, reflecting growing adoption of digital services across its operations. Transactions completed through digital channels exceeded 628 million, a 13 percent rise. RTA offers customers 105 digital services through six channels. Digital […]

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA commissioned 1,994 new 11kV substations in 2025, compared to 1,530 in 2024, representing an increase of more than 30 percent. Al Tayer said DEWA continues to expand and develop its distribution network infrastructure in line with international standards […]