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Dubai start-up launches dirham-based stablecoin DRAM

Arabian Post Staff Dubai based DeFi startup DTR has launched UAE dirham-backed stablecoin, DRAM. Stablecoins have been one of the most pivotal use cases for digital assets. Traditionally, the stablecoin landscape has been dominated by US dollar-backed stablecoins such as USDT, USDC, and the recently introduced PYUSD. To gauge their popularity, one only needs to look at the numbers i.e., the total market cap of stablecoins hovers […]

UOB pioneers trial of Microsoft 365 Copilot Generative AI tool across multiple business functions to enhance productivity and collaboration

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 October 2023 – UOB is the first Singapore bank to trial Microsoft 365 Copilot, a Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI)-powered productivity tool. As part of the Microsoft 365 Copilot Early Access Program (EAP), UOB will begin use of Microsoft 365 Copilot in October 2023. 300 employees across multiple frontline and back-end business functions in the Bank will progressively gain access to […]

NTT and Qualcomm Team up to Drive AI at the Edge

Move aims to drive ecosystem and accelerate Private 5G adoption across digital devices NTT unveils Device as a Service practice to help enterprises boost IT maintenance productivity and reduce costs HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 October 2023 – NTT Ltd., a leading IT infrastructure and services company, today announced a strategic engagement with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a global leader in semiconductor technologies, to invest […]

Rosette Celebrates their 10th Anniversary with Past & New Clients and Unveils Exciting New Offerings: Weddings & Beyond

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 October 2023 – As Rosette Designs & Co. gears up to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a cosy dinner on 10th October ’23, the renowned creative event styling and wedding planning company reflects on a decade of turning dream weddings into reality. This special dinner, an exclusive invite-only event, will be a gathering of clients from the past ten years, celebrating […]

UAE Digital Economy Council follows on the implementation of strategic initiatives

Saif bin Zayed meets with Belarusian Minister of Internal Affairs

ABU DHABI, 2nd October, 2023 (WAM) – Lt. General H.H. Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime

Hamdan bin Mohammed lays out the blueprint for future space missions

DUBAI, 2nd October, 2023 (WAM) – H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Princ

US political circus over by no means

By Matein Khalid Congress has averted a government shutdown in October but the political circus will resume in mid November. The risk of a US and thus global recession has never been higher, this time the wolf is here. Why? One, every major US recession since 1974 has been preceded by a sharp rise in oil prices. Brent crude was $70 in early June and is near […]

12.3% jump in Abu Dhabi GDP for quarter II

The Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has announced the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) estimates for the second quarter of 2023, revealing a whopping 12.3% growth of non-oil economy, and a 3.5% increase in the total GDP compared to the same period in 2022. It pointed out that this was a testament to Abu Dhabi economy’s competitiveness and resilience, enabling it to navigate global economic headwinds. Abu […]

Reaching Out To The Region, TECHCOMBANK Stands Among “Best Workplaces In Asia 2023” As Awarded By Great Place To Work

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach – 28 September 2023 – On August 30, Techcombank has achieved a significant milestone by being recognized as the first and only Vietnamese bank to secure a place in the esteemed “Best Workplaces in Asia 2023” list. This honor was bestowed by the renowned organization, Great Place To Work® (GPTW) – a global authority on workplace culture, founded in 1990 in the […]

UAE’s Brightest Minds to Enter Bybit’s Crypto Hackathon in UAE

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach – 2 October 2023 – Bybit, the world’s third most visited crypto exchange, is partnering with American University of Sharjah (AUS) to create an inter-college hackathon, empowering young people to develop new AI and crypto models. Dubbed the “CryptoAI BUILDER Challenge,” this initiative represents a milestone in the partnership between AUS and Bybit, aimed at fostering the growth of Web3. […]

House of Wisdom and King Faisal Centre sign MoU to organise exhibition of rare manuscripts in Sharjah

RIYADH, 1st October, 2023 (WAM) — The House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah signed a cooperation agreeme

UAE air bridge to Libya: 37 aid aircraft sent since its launch

DERNA, 1st October, 2023 (WAM) — The UAE-launched air bridge to Libya is continuing to provide reli

Charts indicate intensifying selling pressure

Matein Khalid My short idea on Mr. Market was a beauty in Sept, with the S&P 500 down 4.9% and Nasdaq down 5.8%. Even though Street folklore, sentiment U-turn and seasonals argue that the index will mean revert now, I believe we will drop to 4200 level and violate the 200 DMA trendline. If so, all hell will break loose. There are too many matador swords dipping […]

Saudi-Israeli Deal Would Be A Gamechanger, But Not For Discussed Reasons

By James M Dorsey A Saudi-Israeli agreement to establish diplomatic relations involving enhanced US commitments to Gulf security could be a game-changer for great power rivalry in the Middle East. To be sure, US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu face formidable obstacles in paying the price tag Saudi Arabia puts on […]

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Arçelik Hitachi Unveils ‘The Art of Ease’ Global Campaign: Elevating Connections with Customers Across Generations

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 29 September 2023 – Arçelik Hitachi Home Appliances today introduces “The Art of Ease”, the new marketing campaign that guides every generation to embark on a journey toward an effortless and peaceful life at home through “Hitachi’s” home appliance solutions. The new campaign embodies Japan’s careful attention to detail in design, emphasizing modern aesthetics while elevating functionality for everyone’s daily life. […]

New regulations can help enhance the local landscape but diverging approach globally also creates challenges for asset management firms, KPMG finds

Jurisdictions including Hong Kong are rolling out new rules and guidance for asset managers in areas including ESG and investor protection HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 29 September 2023 – Hong Kong is among the jurisdictions globally that is introducing new rules and guidance in areas including ESG reporting and enhancing investor protection, according to a new report from KPMG. Such regulatory refinements will help […]

Workato Automate Asia 2023 Shapes New Automation Mindset in Collaboration with Academia in Singapore, Focused on the Future of AI and Automation

The event will feature the launch of Workato CEO’s latest book, seamlessly integrated into local curriculum to empower the workforce with future-ready automation skills. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 28 September 2023 – Workato, the leading AI-powered enterprise automation platform, announced that the groundbreaking new book, “The New Automation Mindset: The Leadership Blueprint for the Era of AI-For-All” authored by Vijay Tella, Workato co-founder and CEO, Massimo […]

Taliban announces end to India embassy operations

The Afghanistan Embassy in India announced Saturday night that it is ceasing its operations from October 1, citing a lack of support from the host government, failure to meet expectations in serving Afghanistan’s interests, and a reduction in personnel and resources. In a statement, the Afghanistan Embassy in New Delhi said it regrets to announce […]

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Hamdan bin Mohammed witnesses graduation of third cohort of Dubai Future Experts Programme

DUBAI, 30th September, 2023 (WAM) – H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Pri

UK gurdwara condemns Khalistani incident

The Glasgow Gurdwara, where an Indian envoy was stopped from entering by Khalistani extremists, today issued a statement strongly condemning the incident. Hitting out at the “disorderly behaviour”, the Gurdwara said that it was open to people from all communities and backgrounds. “An incident occurred on 29 September 2023 at Glasgow Gurdwara where the Indian […]

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BRICS Declaration Not Enough, India Has To Work For Labour Force

By Dr. Gyan Pathak “Ensuring decent work, dignity, and respect for all” remains the chief challenge in the labour market with decent work and workers’ rights as core issues, as it is reflected in the deliberations in the Ninth BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers’ Meet (September 26-29, 2023) and the joint declaration made at the […]

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Spectacular Gala Evening marks opening of ‘TIMELESS Watch Week’ at LANDMARK

Exceptional showcase of prestigious Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève awardees, horological masterclasses and informed panel debates with esteemed industry experts HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 29 September 2023 – LANDMARK’s inaugural “TIMELESS Watch Week”, a showcase exhibition of the very finest ‘finalist’ timepieces from the esteemed Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) Award, officially opened with a prestigious evening gala ceremony attended by luminaries from […]