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Islamic Coin, Haqq form partnership

Zug, Switzerland – Shariah-compliant, ethics-first Islamic Coin and the Haqq Blockchain have signed four significant MOUs, integrating with leading private and government-affiliated services in the UAE, connecting with immigration, medical, wellness and travel industries. MBM Specialty Medical Center, 24 Seven Government Transactions Center, IV Wellness Lounge Clinic and Middle East Holiday, in total serving millions of customers all over the world every year, have joined the Islamic […]

Seeing is Believing – Hong Kong Wins Hearts with New Appeal for Incentive

Over 160 agents and corporates impressed through familiarisation trips; over 300 groups flocked to Hong Kong soon after reopening HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 17 August 2023 – To further capture the pent-up demand for incentive travel in the region and showcase Hong Kong’s latest and greatly enhanced offerings, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) hosted multiple artfully curated familiarisation trips in the past two […]

ViewQwest strengthens commitment to Information Security Management standards with ISO 27001:2013 certification

Globally recognised compliance standard affirms best practices in Information Security Management Systems SINGAPORE – Media Outreach – 16 Aug 2023 – ViewQwest – an award-winning Telecommunications and Managed Security Services Provider, has achieved ISO 27001:2013 certification – a globally recognised security compliance standard outlining best practices for organisations to manage information security risks through the creation of an information security management system (ISMS). Following a rigorous audit […]

Abu Dhabi Cuts Hotel Fees, Top GCC Wealth Funds – More Middle East Travel News 

Dubai Offers Web3 and AI Firms A 90% License Fee Cut, Seeks To Host Largest Tech Firms In MENA

Brevan Howard appoints Abu Dhabi-based Middle…

Innovation is helping boost Shisha market

Arjavi Indraneesh|Arabian Post Shisha smoking is a deeply held social tradition in Middle East and Africa, going back centuries which represents hospitality, respect, and a shared experience. The US has now joined the club and the social habit is winning over fans in countries in Asia-Pacifica and Europe as well. There are some 50 million shisha smokers worldwide, whose market size is estimated at $19 billion and […]

Appier surpasses projections to report further accelerated revenue growth for the second quarter

This quarter marks the highest Q2 QoQ growth rate since IPO amidst seasonality, demonstrating stronger business momentum for 2023 TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 14 August 2023 – Highlights and achievements of Q2 FY23 Revenue increased by 42% YoY to reach a historically high quarterly revenue of JPY 6.2 billion Highest QoQ revenue growth rate (11.1%) for the second quarter since its IPO in 2021, driven […]

Time Travel Back 700 Years to Reimagine Our Land’s Precolonial Past As A Vibrant Centre Of Commerce And Culture — Way Ahead Of Its Time

The Oval Partnership, a Patron of the Singapore Night Festival 2023, presents a journey to Kampong Port Cities of the 14th Century through an exhibition, artists interpretation and a panel discussion. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 August 2023 – DORMANT stories of our land from 700 years ago — a woman village leader, sustainable kampung life, and street dancing — will be reawakened at the Singapore […]

X-PITCH 2023 is calling global deeptech startups

The X Games for Startups is coming to Singapore! SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 August 2023 – In the X Games for Startups, contestants win awards and investments through a series of high-intensity pitches. X-PITCH is not only a challenge, but also a fantastic opportunity for founders to drastically improve their pitch and re-examine their business. Since 2018, the contest has been held in skyscraper elevators, […]

Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange Receives SFC Approval-in-Principle to Operate a Digital Asset Trading Platform

Will become the first Hong Kong-incubated digital asset platform to receive Type 1 and Type 7 licenses HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 11 August 2023 – Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange (HKVAX) today received approval-in-principle from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to carry out Type 1 and Type 7 regulated activities, will become just the third licensed virtual asset operator in Hong Kong. From […]

Israel and United Arab Emirates Sign Defense Pact Amid Growing Tensions in Middle East

IndiGo commences direct flights to Abu Dhabi & Jeddah

UAE leads Arab region in UN industrial performance index

Navigator and BlackRock Collaborate to Expand Wealth Management Offerings in Singapore

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 August 2023 – Navigator Investment Services Ltd (“Navigator”), an integrated investment company under Singlife, announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with BlackRock. The collaboration between Navigator and BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, seeks to introduce a range of customised model portfolios designed to cater to diverse investor needs. From Left: Pearlyn Phau, Group CEO, Singlife, Akhil Doegar, […]

Waves of exciting summer activities

HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo Rejuvenating the natural beauty from within HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 11 August 2023 – Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the seventh Beauty & Wellness Expo will run from 17 to 21 August at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), located at Hall 3 (D, E) and concourse. The fair will showcase a wide […]

Abu Dhabi Foodies Can Now Feast On Locally Made Plant-Based Kebabs, Koftas & Soujouks

Abu Dhabi at forefront of Middle East’s move to the metaverse

2 min The Gulf Kuwait ranked 4th most livable country in the Arab world The United Arab Emirates ranked first regionally and 32 globally

EVYD Technology, collaborates with the National University of Singapore Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and Precision Public Health Asia Society for Leadership Forum to advance Precision Public Health in Asia

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 August 2023 – EVYD Technology, in collaboration with the National University of Saw See Hock Public School and Precision Public Health Asia Society, announces the successful conclusion of the Leadership Forum on Progressing Precision Public Health in Asia, held in conjunction with the 3rd ASEAN Digital Public Health Conference. The forum took place on 12 July 2023, at the Courtyard by […]

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed tours marine research vessel Jaywun

ABU DHABI, 9th August, 2023 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Cro

Abu Dhabi recognised as Middle East’s leading destination for MICE events

OctaFX turns 12: here are a dozen most crucial financial market events of the past year

From AI hype to uncertain China’s reopening: join the international broker OctaFX as it compiles the 12 most important events that shaped the Forex market in the past year. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 9 August 2023 – The past year thoroughly shook the financial markets and had a lasting impact on the Forex market. As OctaFX celebrates its 12th anniversary, the company took this […]

Tradewind Finance Provides Export Factoring Facility for Frozen Seafood Trader in Hong Kong

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 8 August 2023 – Tradewind Finance is pleased to announce it has closed a USD 700,000 export factoring facility for a frozen seafood trader in Hong Kong. The funding has been used to finance the company’s business operations and expansion plans, including their exports to buyers in the US and South America. The Latin American frozen seafood market is estimated […]