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Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) is set to launch three new ventures this year to enhance research and development in the UAE. The initiatives will focus on data security in the quantum era, advancements in smart autonomous mobility, and AgriTech through robotic technologies. These projects, aimed at converting research into market-ready products and services, will be executed by ATRC's commercialization arm, VentureOne.

Bahrain’s National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has enlisted the services of Goldman Sachs to explore a potential merger worth $2.43 billion. This strategic move...

Ajman Bank has announced the appointment of Shadi Hittini as its new Head of Wealth Management. Reporting directly to Faizal Kundil, Ajman Bank’s Head...

Global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) has announced the expansion of its digital financial services expertise in the GCC with the appointment...

Mashreq Bank has announced the appointment of Tushar Vikram as its new Country Head and CEO of India, effective June 2024. Vikram, a seasoned...

AXA IM Alts has announced the opening of its first Middle East office in the UAE, marking the company’s 16th office globally. This new...

The Arab Energy Fund (TAEF), a leading multilateral impact financial institution dedicated to the MENA energy sector, has announced the appointment of Vicky Bhatia...

Julius Baer has announced the significant addition of two seasoned professionals to its Global Non-Resident Indian (NRI) team in Dubai. Sanjay Advani from UBS...

Dubai Police issued an announcement for residents who may notice drones flying in their areas.

BlackRock Investment Institute has relocated Senior Investment Strategist Ben Powell from Singapore to Dubai. Ben will take on the new role of Chief Middle...