Greenlogue/AP Dhafrah PV2 Energy Company, the Abu Dhabi-based owner of the Al Dhafrah PV2 solar photovoltaic plant, has priced an $870.75 million green bond with a final spread of 100 basis points over US Treasuries, tightening decisively from initial price thoughts in the T+130 bps area as demand built through the bookbuild. The Regulation S benchmark-sized, amortising Eurobond carries a coupon of 5.794%, re-offered at par, and […]
Families heading to Global Village are being welcomed by a child-focused programme that blends large-scale play, character encounters and evening spectacle, as Wonderers’ Kids Fest runs from January 9 through February 15 with access included in the venue’s entry ticket. Operating daily between 4pm and 10pm, the festival has been positioned as a centrepiece of the winter calendar for households seeking structured, screen-free entertainment alongside the destination’s […]
UGREEN has moved deeper into the artificial intelligence race for consumer storage with the unveiling of its NASync iDX 6011 and iDX 6011 Pro at CES 2026, positioning the devices as a rethink of how people search for and manage personal and small-business data. Rather than relying on folder structures, filenames or rigid metadata, the new network-attached storage systems introduce an AI-driven search layer designed to surface […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has unveiled a new financing push aimed at reshaping how water projects are funded and delivered across developing economies, signalling a shift towards larger-scale capital mobilisation and technology-led solutions. The initiative, branded as the Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform, sets out to mobilise $2 billion from domestic and international financiers to back projects that improve water access, […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai UAE’s national railway operator Etihad Rail has outlined the rollout of the country’s first passenger railway network, marking a significant expansion of the federal transport system that will connect 11 cities and regions through a series of strategically located stations scheduled to become operational this year. The passenger rail service builds on the national freight network that has been running since 2023 and […]
Donald Trump has said he will not grant a presidential pardon to Sam Bankman-Fried, the former chief executive of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, making clear that the disgraced entrepreneur will continue to serve his prison sentence if Trump returns to the White House. Speaking in an interview, Trump dismissed speculation that he might intervene on behalf of Bankman-Fried, who was sentenced to 25 years in federal […]
Internet access and telephone networks across Iran were cut late on Thursday after crowds poured onto streets and residents shouted from rooftops in multiple cities, according to witnesses and digital rights monitors, marking a sharp escalation in nationwide unrest. Demonstrations flared after an appeal by exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi for a coordinated show of defiance, prompting gatherings in the capital Tehran and other urban centres. Within […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Sharjah Public Libraries has drawn its centennial programme to a close after a year of events that traced a century of public access to knowledge in the emirate, ending with a children’s puppet theatre performance at the Heart of Sharjah and creative workshops at Kshisha Park. The finale brought together families, educators and cultural practitioners, reflecting the institution’s long-standing focus on literacy, learning […]
Discord has taken a decisive step towards becoming a publicly traded company, confidentially filing paperwork for an initial public offering that could come as early as March and valuing the platform at about $15 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. The move places one of the world’s most influential online communities at the centre of a tentative revival in technology listings after a prolonged […]
Meme-themed cryptocurrencies have overtaken all other altcoins in attracting large holders, with blockchain analytics pointing to sustained whale concentration and trading momentum since the start of the year. Data compiled by Santiment shows that wallets holding significant balances have been more active in meme coins than in decentralised finance tokens, layer-two networks, or gaming-focused assets, underscoring a sharp shift in speculative behaviour across the digital asset market. […]
Brussels has directed European Union regulators to compel X to retain internal records linked to its Grok chatbot through the end of 2026, widening a probe into allegations that the tool surfaced antisemitic material and generated non-consensual sexual content. The preservation order, issued under the bloc’s digital rules, is designed to prevent the loss or alteration of documents while investigators assess whether safeguards were adequate and whether […]
Google is developing a “try before you buy” option for paid games on the Play Store, a shift that would allow users to sample full versions before committing to a purchase. The feature, surfaced through analysis of unreleased Play Store code, points to time-limited trials that preserve progress, giving players a realistic sense of gameplay, performance and value before payment. Details embedded in the code indicate that […]
SharpLink has moved $170 million worth of Ether into restaking arrangements on Linea, using Anchorage Digital as its custody and staking partner, signalling a calculated effort to extract yield from a growing corporate Ethereum treasury while leaning on regulated infrastructure to manage risk. The deployment represents a defined slice of SharpLink’s wider Ethereum holdings, which the company has disclosed at about $2.7 billion in value. By placing […]
Solana Mobile plans to distribute its long-awaited SKR token on January 21, marking a significant step in the company’s effort to build a self-contained mobile ecosystem around blockchain applications. The token will be airdropped to users of the Seeker smartphone and to developers participating in Solana Mobile’s app environment, according to an announcement made on Wednesday. The launch places Solana Mobile at the centre of a growing […]
Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East will stage its opening rounds of the 2026 season at Dubai Autodrome on 24 and 25 January, bringing one of the region’s most competitive one-make racing championships back to the United Arab Emirates after an interval away from the circuit. The event will be hosted by Porsche Centre Dubai and Northern Emirates, part of Al Nabooda Automobiles, and is expected to draw […]
Fireblocks has agreed to acquire crypto accounting and compliance specialist TRES Finance in a transaction valued at about $130 million, a move that brings together one of the industry’s largest digital-asset infrastructure providers with a fast-growing financial intelligence platform serving institutional investors. The deal, confirmed by people familiar with the matter, folds TRES Finance’s reporting and compliance tools into Fireblocks’ custody, settlement and tokenisation stack as competition […]
Ripple has no plans to pursue a public listing in the near term, its president Monica Long has said, pushing back against market speculation that the blockchain payments company could tap equity markets following a surge in private valuations and growing institutional interest. Long said the San Francisco-based firm is focused on building products and expanding its global payments footprint rather than preparing for an initial public […]
Bitcoin failed to sustain momentum above the $95,000 level as heavy selling pressure from exchange-traded funds weighed on prices, reinforcing concerns that institutional appetite has cooled after months of aggressive inflows. The world’s largest cryptocurrency slipped back after multiple attempts to break through the psychological resistance, with total spot bitcoin ETF outflows amounting to about $243 million over several trading sessions, according to market data compiled from […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), supported by the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association (HKEIA), led the largest ever delegation of 61 Hong Kong tech companies to the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 6-9. In just the first two days, the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion drew visits from dozens of international brands, industry leaders and investors to explore the latest innovations, and potential collaboration opportunities. The participation enables local tech firms to access markets overseas, and by showcasing their strengths in R&D, underscores the city’s role as a leading international innovation and technology (I&T) hub.
The Hong Kong Tech Pavilion featured innovations spanning across areas in advanced materials & sustainable technology, AI & data, digital transformation, electronics & robotics, and life & health. Meanwhile three of the city’s rising stars were recognised at the prestigious annual CES Innovation Awards 2026, with Widemount Dynamics Tech leading the way with its Smart Firefighting Robot named as the Best of Innovation for Product in Support of Human Security for All with its. Meanwhile, Eieling and PointFit were honored under the Digital Health category, with the world’s first intelligence-driven compact fatty liver diagnostic device FattaLab® and patented ultra-thin biomarkers tracking wearable PF-Sweat Patch.
Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP, said: “We believe in catalysing tomorrow’s world and this celebration of Hong Kong’s I&T via the global platform like CES demonstrates our city’s unique convergence of cutting-edge R&D, global talent and capital, and enablers such as HKSTP is connecting innovators with resources, markets and opportunities, propelling their success to the world stage.”
Vivian Chan, Associate Director of Business Development, Exhibitions and Digital Business of HKTDC pinpointed that, “Having participated in CES for over 40 years, HKTDC is committed to facilitating more technology-driven, cross-border business deals and investments riding on our global network with over 50 offices, reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as a regional and global innovation hub.”
The Hong Kong Tech delegation continues to leverage the growing global innovation momentum from CES, to engage in talent traction, encourage investments, and explore market opportunities to support the mission of entrepreneurs to go global, while demonstrating the pivotal role of Hong Kong in connecting the region, and contributing to the global tech landscape.
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ADNOC Drilling has formally entered Oman’s onshore drilling services sector, marking a strategic expansion beyond its core home market after completing the purchase of a controlling stake in a land-rig joint venture with SLB that operates six rigs in the sultanate. The move positions the company to participate more directly in Oman’s upstream development plans at a time when regional producers are prioritising operational efficiency, drilling intensity […]
Greenlogue/AP Dubai-based Alcazar is edging closer to acquiring Egypt’s Gabel El-Zeit wind farm after submitting the highest bid among contenders, according to people familiar with the negotiations. Discussions are under way with the country’s sovereign wealth fund and the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy on a transaction valued at about $350 million, with officials indicating that talks could be wrapped up before the end of the […]
BlueFive Capital has been appointed as the first General Partner for a newly established fund-of-funds created by CICC Capital, marking a strategic partnership that brings together global asset management expertise with Chinese industrial capital. The mandate also reflects the involvement of HBIS Group, one of the world’s largest steelmakers, whose industrial priorities will shape the investment direction of the vehicle. The fund-of-funds structure is designed to deploy […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi’s Ethmar International Holding has partnered with Guggenheim Brothers Media to launch a multi-million-dollar investment fund aimed at backing emerging media and technology companies, positioning the venture at the intersection of capital, content and digital innovation. The new fund, announced by the two groups, is designed to provide growth capital to early- and mid-stage firms developing technologies and platforms that serve film, […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Economic momentum across the UAE is building faster than earlier projections, with gross domestic product expected to expand by about 5% this year, outpacing the global average and reinforcing the country’s position as one of the strongest performers among emerging and developed markets alike. The revised outlook reflects resilient trade flows, deep banking liquidity and sustained expansion across non-oil sectors that have insulated […]
