Author: Sam Allcock

The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has announced a major expansion of its academic and research programmes to align with the emirate’s rapid economic, tourism and investment growth. Ras Al Khaimah’s transformation is being fuelled by large-scale tourism, hospitality and real estate developments, including the Middle East’s first integrated gaming resort on Al Marjan Island. In 2024, the emirate welcomed 1.28 million visitors, with a target of 3.5 million by 2030. Tourism revenues rose by more than 12%, while Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) visitors increased by 15%. The growth has been matched by a surge in…

Al Habtoor Polo Resort in Dubai has joined Al Habtoor Hospitality’s newly launched portfolio-wide experience, The Rewarding Escape, offering guests the chance to extend their luxury journey from the Arabian Gulf to the heart of Europe. The initiative is designed to create what the group describes as “a single, seamless narrative of discovery” that blends Dubai’s vibrant Arabian hospitality with the historic grandeur of European travel. Guests who book a suite for three or more nights at the resort will receive a voucher for a complimentary one-night stay, with breakfast, in a suite at Al Habtoor Palace Budapest. The offer…

NVIDIA has rolled out its latest DLSS 4 technology with Multi Frame Generation, promising a major performance boost for two new PC titles — The First Descendant and Death Relives. According to the company, the technology can multiply frame rates by almost five times at 4K resolution, delivering a smoother and more responsive experience for players using GeForce RTX graphics cards. The First Descendant, developed with Unreal Engine 5, is a free-to-play, third-person cooperative action role-playing shooter. The game focuses on strategic boss fights with up to four players working together. Season 3, titled “Breakthrough,” launches on 7 August and…

Emirates Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of ENOC Group, has introduced a new yellow security seal for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders in Dubai as part of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and protect consumers. The updated seal has been in place since 18 June 2025, with a notice period extended to 23 June to give distributors time to implement the change. The measure applies to all LPG cylinders distributed across the emirate. Company officials say the change is designed to improve the integrity of cylinders in circulation, making it easier for customers to verify that their cylinder is genuine…

Lenovo will bring its flagship global innovation showcase, Tech World, to the Sphere in Las Vegas for the opening day of CES 2026. The 11th edition of the event will feature a keynote by Lenovo Chairman and CEO Yuanqing Yang and a series of product launches, AI demonstrations, and immersive content created exclusively for the occasion. The January 6 keynote marks the first time Tech World has been staged during CES and the second consecutive year a CES address will be hosted at the high-tech venue. The move coincides with a multi-year global partnership between Lenovo and Sphere Entertainment Co.,…

Orange Jordan has celebrated the graduation of the sixth cohort from its Coding Academy at the Orange Digital Center in Amman, marking a significant step in its mission to equip Jordanian youth with essential digital and life skills. The ceremony, attended by H.E. Samira Al-Zoubi, Secretary General of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, also marked the second cohort of graduates from the “Digital Upskilling and Employment Program” scholarship. The scheme is funded by the Ministry under the “Youth, Technology, and Jobs” (YTJ) Project and delivered by the Digital Skills Association (Digiskills). Forty-nine students completed the latest round, following…

Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) has reported a record-breaking first half of 2025, with strong results across property sales, revenue, and profit, underpinned by demand for its master-planned communities and diversified portfolio. The Dubai-based developer achieved property sales of approximately AED 46 billion (US$ 12.5 billion) in H1 2025, a 46% increase compared to the same period last year, surpassing previous records. Its revenue backlog rose 62% year-on-year to AED 146.3 billion (US$ 39.8 billion), providing robust visibility for future earnings. Group revenue reached AED 19.8 billion (US$ 5.4 billion), up 38% year-on-year, driven by growth in development, retail, hospitality,…

ADNOC Distribution, the UAE’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, has reported its highest-ever first-half earnings, delivering double-digit growth in both EBITDA and net profit for the first half of 2025. The company posted EBITDA of $566 million, a 10% year-on-year increase, and net profit of $358 million, up 12.2% from the same period last year. Fuel volumes also reached a record 7.62 billion litres, a rise of 5.6% year-on-year. Chief Executive Bader Saeed Al Lamki said the results reflected “the successful execution” of the company’s 2024–2028 growth strategy, citing operational excellence, customer-focused innovation and expansion into new markets. “Our sustained…

SAP SE has named Augusta Spinelli as its new Regional President for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), effective immediately. In her new role, Spinelli will oversee SAP operations in 53 offices across 89 countries, covering markets including BeNeLux, France, Italy, the Nordics and Baltics, Southern Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland, and the entirety of the Middle East and Africa. The 26 countries within SAP Middle & Eastern Europe (MEE) — which include Germany, Switzerland and Central and Eastern Europe — remain under the leadership of Alex Kläger. Spinelli is tasked with driving business growth, advancing innovation adoption, and…

As the final days of summer approach, Hilton Seychelles is inviting families to make the most of the season with curated experiences across three distinct properties — Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island, Canopy by Hilton Seychelles, and Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa. The group is offering what it describes as “quality time, comfort, and curated experiences for all ages,” with each property providing its own blend of seclusion, adventure, and vibrant beachfront living. Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island: Private Island Luxury Located a short flight from Mahé, Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island offers ultra-luxurious accommodation in a pristine, private…