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SHARJAH, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — More than 80 speakers from around the world will take part in the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2026), with British entrepreneur and investor Simon Squibb and Indian entrepreneur and AI developer Varun Mayya among this year’s speakers. Taking place on October 14–15 at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah, the forum will bring their practical insights in company-building, investment and technology innovation to Sharjah’s business community. Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Investment, the ninth edition will be held under the theme…

SHARJAH, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held discussions with the Embassy of Zimbabwe in the UAE on enhancing bilateral economic and trade cooperation and exploring opportunities to expand business engagement between the two markets. The discussions focused on identifying investment prospects across high-potential sectors, including agriculture, mining, and tourism, and exploring mechanisms to facilitate trade flows between Sharjah and Zimbabwe, thereby creating new pathways for business growth and partnership. Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI, received Isaac Annanias Moyo, Ambassador of the Republic of Zimbabwe to the UAE, at a meeting…

SHARJAH, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Media City (Shams) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wio Bank to support entrepreneurs, startups, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UAE by providing integrated digital banking solutions that simplify the business journey and support sustainable growth. The partnership reflects Shams’ ongoing efforts to develop an integrated ecosystem that supports the business community and provides innovative services and solutions to help entrepreneurs move seamlessly from establishing their businesses to managing operations and expanding their ventures. Under the MoU, Shams and Wio Business will collaborate to provide the Shams community…

Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, has announced on Wednesday, expanding its stopover programme to include Al Ain region, giving travellers more options to enjoy free hotel stays.As part of the offer, guests connecting through Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport will be able to choose to spend their complimentary hotel stay in the Al Ain Region or Abu Dhabi City. Launched in 2024, the Abu Dhabi Stopover programme offers eligible Etihad passengers a free one or two-night hotel stay during their transit through Abu Dhabi on the way to or from their chosen destination in Etihad’s global network. Encouraging guests to break…

The Emmy Awards could be heading to streaming, with Amazon Prime Video in talks to become the new home of television’s biggest awards ceremony.According to Variety, the Television Academy is in advanced discussions with Prime Video over a new rights deal that could see the Emmys leave traditional broadcast television for the first time.The Television Academy confirmed discussions surrounding the future of the ceremony are taking place but stopped short of announcing a deal.“We’re having conversations and when we have something to announce we will do so,” a spokesperson for the Academy said.The potential move comes after the Academy’s latest agreement…

The Philippines Tennis Association (PHILTA) has filed a request with the WTA on behalf of Alexandra Eala, requesting an exemption from the mandatory China Open so that the world number 18 can represent her country at the Asian Games.Eala, who has become a fan-favourite with wins over some of the biggest names on the circuit including Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff, is the highest-ranked player in the women’s singles draw at the Asian Games, which begin on Saturday and conclude on October 4.However, the Aichi-Nagoya Games schedule overlaps with the mandatory WTA 1000 tournament China Open, which starts in Beijing…

DUBAI, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Day one of GISEC Global 2026 delivered a high impact programme that brought emerging AI enabled threats, national cyber resilience and critical infrastructure protection into sharp focus, as international experts examined the technologies and geopolitical forces reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. Across the Main Stage, discussions examined how artificial intelligence is transforming both cyber defence and cybercrime. During ‘Cybersecurity Is Defining the New Order,’ Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, explored the strategic implications of AI-enabled cyber threats, with critical infrastructure remaining a major target. He stressed that cyber resilience is…

CAPITALS, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Gold prices continued to decline on the eve of the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point. The yellow metal fell 1% in spot trading to reach $4,249 per ounce. Several central banks raised their key interest rates today following the US central bank’s decision, including the central banks of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain, while the Central Bank of Kuwait kept its interest rates unchanged. Source: Emirates News Agency

AJMAN, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Real Estate Investment Exhibition 2026 recorded 344 real estate transactions worth AED226 million on its third day, attracting 6,936 visitors at the Emirates Hospitality Hall. The figures reflect the momentum of Ajman’s real estate market and the emirate’s growing appeal as an investment destination. During the third day, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ajman Land and Real Estate Regulation Department, honoured the winners of the Real Estate Classification Programme Awards during a ceremony announcing the results of the programme’s sixth edition. Sheikh Abdulaziz said the programme supports efforts to…

DUBAI, 17th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) and the Financial Audit Authority (FAA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen institutional integration and exchange specialised expertise and knowledge. The agreement aims to support the development and efficiency of their respective systems and enhance readiness to address evolving challenges within their areas of responsibility. The MoU was signed by Abdulrahman Al Hareb, Director-General of FAA, and Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani, Chief Executive Officer of DESC. It establishes a framework for cooperation and partnership, enabling both entities to benefit from their accumulated institutional experience through…