Author: Editorial team
DUBAI, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) on Wednesday launched the second report in its 2026 Future of Finance series. The report underscored that resilience, rather than size or legacy, will define long-term success for banks navigating disruption. The Changing Face of Banking: Building Resilience Through Change report examined how global banks must adapt their operating models to absorb disruption, evolve, and remain resilient amid AI, digital-native challengers, and shifting global demand. Built on AI-driven, cloud-first and asset-light models, challenger banks are setting new standards for speed, personalisation and cost efficiency – and in doing so,…
VANCOUVER, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers explored opportunities to enhance trade and investment cooperation between Dubai and Canada’s British Columbia recently during a series of meetings held in Vancouver. The discussions focused on ways to support Canadian companies seeking to expand into Dubai and the wider region, together with opportunities to enhance cooperation in innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment attraction. The meetings formed part of a visit by a Dubai Chambers delegation to several key Canadian cities and provinces. The delegation met with several organisations focused on entrepreneurship, business growth, and economic development in Vancouver and British Columbia. These…
DUBAI, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced a new partnership with -45dB, a specialist provider of sound-reduced modular structures, to introduce a range of meeting pods and flexible spaces across its venues, including Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) and Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC). The partnership will enhance DWTC’s integrated venue offering, providing organisers and exhibitors with access to high-quality, private environments within busy exhibition and event settings. Designed to deliver up to 45 decibels of sound reduction, the modular pods and structures enable confidential meetings, content production, and focused business interactions without…
ABU DHABI, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi today announced a collaboration with Owkin to launch ‘Aila,’ the world’s first clinical artificial intelligence scientist. The advanced AI platform is designed to support real‑time clinical decision‑making and accelerate medical research using real patient data. ‘Aila’ is designed to reason across complex datasets, generate actionable medical insights, and continuously learn. It transforms how clinicians interact with data—enabling faster, more informed, and more precise decision‑making at the point of care. ‘Aila’ is designed to function as a clinical AI scientist, unlocking and connecting datasets. Through a secure, intuitive natural‑language interface,…
Fujairah’s Musical Street has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s longest musical street, marking a major cultural milestone for the emirate and reinforcing its growing role in promoting innovative public art and community-focused creative initiatives. The ‘Musical Street’ project extends over a distance of 750 meters along Sheikh Khalifa Street, located at the entrance to Fujairah city before Fujairah Court. The initiative was launched by the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy as part of its broader efforts to promote arts in public spaces and integrate music into everyday life, transforming ordinary urban environments into interactive cultural experiences.…
FRANCE, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, and Naval Group, a global leader in naval defence systems and maritime security solutions, have signed an agreement at Eurosatory 2026 to conduct a series of firing trials for the SKYKNIGHT air defence missile using Naval Group’s Rampart. The agreement, signed between Naval Group and EDGE Group’s smart weapons producer, HALCON, marks the next phase of cooperation between the two companies and will support the assessment of SKYKNIGHT’s integration with Rampart, expanding potential options for naval operators seeking flexible and layered air defence capabilities…
The world’s first artificial intelligence scientist which will help clinical decision making faster and easier using patient data in real time has been unveiled in the UAE. ‘Aila’ is designed to reason across complex datasets, generate actionable medical insights, and continuously learn. It is expected to change how clinicians interact with data, enabling them to make faster, more informed, and more precise decisions. The project is collaboration between Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and AI biotech company Owkin. “By responsibly harnessing advanced artificial intelligence built on real patient data, we are empowering our caregivers with powerful tools that enhance clinical judgment,…
ABU DHABI, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Banks Federation (UBF), under the supervision of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and the UAE Cybersecurity Council, organised the fifth edition of the National Cyber Wargaming 2026 to develop the banking sector, protect its digital infrastructure, and provide a seamless and secure banking experience for all customers. Cyber Wargaming 2026 attracted more than 350 participants, including representatives from UBF member banks, Al Etihad Payments, e&, Du, Gulf Insurance Group, leading financial and technology institutions, cybersecurity experts, and UBF’s strategic partners. The fifth edition featured a series of simulations designed…
SHANGHAI, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Youth Business Council (ADYBC), an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, organised a comprehensive economic programme in Shanghai, China, to support the international expansion of Abu Dhabi-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and strengthen trade and investment ties with the Chinese business community. The programme was held alongside the Abu Dhabi Chamber delegation’s participation in the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) in Shanghai and brought together a delegation of Abu Dhabi entrepreneurs and SME representatives, as well as business leaders, companies, and entrepreneurship support organisations from China.…
As preparations continue for its upcoming Middle East launch, FREELANDER has officially announced the dimensions of its first strategic model, the FREELANDER 8. The model was first showcased during The Night of FREELANDER as part of Chery International Business Summit (IBS) on April 25, attracting attention from media, industry partners and consumers worldwide. Global dealer recruitment has continued to keep the positive momentum across multiple international markets, reflecting strong interest in the brand’s positioning as a British premium intelligent all-terrain SUV brand. On June 11, FREELANDER 8 was showcased at the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) at The Peninsula Shanghai,…