Students, global experts and researchers recently gathered for the third annual Machine Learning and Data Analytics Symposium (MLDAS) in Doha. Organized by the Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) and the Boeing Company, the event served as a platform to discuss happenings in machine learning and data analytics from applications to recent advances. Read More »

Microsoft Kuwait leaders recently took Kuwait Finance House (KFH) executives on a tour of Microsoft's global headquarters in Seattle to show off the tech company's IT vision for the bank. The technology showcase coordinated by Microsoft Kuwait outlined new IT visions that can be implemented during the partnership between the two organizations.  Read More »

The Capital Market Authority (CMA) Board of Saudi Arabia recently accepted the changed Listing Rules, which were previously published on the CMA website for 90 days in order for the general public to provide feedback. The new Listing Rules balance the companies and their requirements for public listing and offering on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Read More »

Adel Al A’ali, board member and head of the insurance and banks sector committee of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, urged the Central Bank of Bahrain to adopt a financial technology solutions project initiated by Ebtikar Association and the Bahrain-Norway Joint Business Council, saying the project has the potential to meet the needs of banks and financial institutions. Read More »

Links Group was recently honored as Best Small Business at the initial FinanceMe Business Vision Awards, which recognize small to medium enterprises in a variety of business sectors across the Middle East. "This achievement underscores the success of our highly talented team and our thorough understanding of the ever-evolving industry," Links Group Partner Julie Irving said. Read More »

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has advanced drone use so it can be used to better serve the region, strengthen the services offered and support Dubai's infrastructure. The advanced technology harnessed by DEWA is used for early detection to identify overhead power lines and for topographic surveys, photovoltaic panel maintenance and thermal inspection. Read More »

Apex Real Estate has listed a new villa in the Umm Salal Ali area of Doha for $851,309. The 5,381-square-foot villa includes five bedrooms, two with en suite bathrooms, and an additional four bathrooms. This villa is perfect for a large or growing family, with two living and dining areas, a big majilis with visitor bathroom and two kitchens. Read More »

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry discussed happiness at a recent staff meeting to promote the goal of the National Charter for Happiness and Positivity, which focuses on creating an uplifting, happy environment for people and families. Dubai Chamber President and CEO Hamad Buamim said happy employees make better workers and are more prepared to serve customers. Read More »

In a major telecommunications industry move, Ooredoo Kuwait (National Mobile Telecommunications Co. KSC) has agreed to buy 99 percent of internet service provider FASTtelco 's shares for approximately $36.4 million, pending regulatory and governmental approval. The transaction will allow Ooredoo and FASTtelco to offer a variety of mobile services and fixed broadband services. Read More »

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently held a seminar dedicated to providing businesses with insight into the laws and practical aspects associated with using documentary letters of credit. The seminar was geared toward helping export and import businesses operate more smoothly, but attendees also included sales and purchasing managers, bankers and trade consultants. Read More »

A Mongolian delegation led by Minister for Foreign Affairs Lundeg Purevsuren recently met with met with Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) leaders including Second Vice Chairman Abdulhameed Al Kooheji, Executive Committee Member Abdulhakeem Al Shemeri and CEO Nabeel Al Mahmood to encourage trade between the two countries. Read More »

KidzMondo Doha, Qatar's miniature city, has signed a partnership agreement with oud and perfume company Abdul Samad Al Qurashi. The partnership adds a new flower that exudes the scent of oud and amber in educational and entertainment establishments at The Mall of Qatar. Visitors to KidsMondo will be able to explore and enjoy the fragrance emitting from the ouds and perfumes. Read More »

Bank Nizwa, Oman’s first dedicated Islamic bank, told its shareholders at its recent annual general meeting that 2015 was a milestone year and the bank reached a break-even point in addition to growing its financing portfolio by 99 percent compared to the prior year. Bank Nizwa Chairman Sayyid Amjad bin Mohammed Al Busaidi presented the financial performance for 2015 at the meetin Read More »

A new initiative from the Entrepreneurs Committee of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry will offer cash awards for the top business ideas submitted by Bahrain Polytechnic students. The students whose ideas are chosen will be recognized during the first edition of the Future Entrepreneurs Award, which will concentrate on the IT and electronics industries. Read More »

Smart Real Estate has listed a four-bedroom villa in Zallaq for $1 million. The villa is partially furnished, with new appliances and fixtures. For residents who seek a tranquil home, this villa is perfect. The bedrooms are large, as are the living spaces. A park and a children’s playground are nearby and residents can enjoy a private swimming pool. Read More »

The Digital Rock Physics (DRP) Project, undertaken as part of a partnership between the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology in the United Arab Emirates, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), the Petroleum Institute and a number of other organizations, hopes to change energy exploration by making the collection of raw materials much more efficient. Read More »

GE Oil & Gas chose the end of March to break ground on a new multimodal manufacturing and service facility at the MODON site in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Read More »

Path Solutions, a Kuwait-based leading IT provider to the Islamic financial marketplace, has become a member of CIBAFI, the General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions. Read More »

The third Pedia Dubai International Conference in Pediatrics and Neonatology took place April 1 and 2, thanks to the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum Award for Medical Sciences and in cooperation with the RAK Medical and Health Sciences University. Read More »

Thuraya Telecommunications Company recently elected Saleh Al Abdooli to be its new board chairman. Read More »