Empowering innovation, building future-ready skills, and fostering sustainable growth through a human-centred approach TRACCS, the MENA region’s largest independent communications consultancy, has announced a strategic partnership with London-based boutique AI consultancy Ainigma. The collaboration aims to accelerate the responsible and creative adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) technologies across the Middle East, transforming how organisations innovate and communicate. The partnership, unveiled during Athar – Saudi Festival of Creativity, the Kingdom’s premier event for the creative and marketing industries, brings together TRACCS’ extensive communications expertise and Ainigma’s adoption-first methodology. Together, they will support businesses in boosting efficiency, driving innovation, and achieving measurable,…
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Located within the heart of Dubai, the award-winning PAUSE SPA Château Berger at Paramount Hotel Midtown invites guests to discover two exceptional weekly offers created to revitalise the mind, body, and soul. These bespoke experiences have been designed to combine the luxury of self-care with the art of relaxation, allowing visitors to unwind and restore balance within an elegant and tranquil setting. Guests are encouraged to take a moment for themselves and embrace a journey of rejuvenation that promises complete renewal from within. Monday Bliss Every Monday, from 11 AM to 4 PM, guests can escape the Monday blues and…
A pioneering step beyond PRP therapy, SPSCs tap into the body’s own rare regenerative potential for profound healing and tissue restoration Eterna Health, in collaboration with internationally renowned regenerative medicine specialist Dr Adeel Khan, has introduced an advanced therapy harnessing Small Pluripotent Stem Cells (SPSCs) — marking a new frontier in the field of regenerative science that surpasses the traditional capabilities of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP). While PRP has long been used to trigger healing through concentrated growth factors, SPSCs offer a far more complete and deeper form of regeneration. Present in small quantities within adult blood, these rare stem-like cells…
Dubai, UAE – February 2025 – VISARUN.AI, a Dubai-based visa automation platform, has closed a $700,000 pre-seed funding round from Swiss and UAE angel investors. The investment will accelerate the company’s expansion across key markets in the Middle East and Asia, where demand for streamlined visa processing continues to surge. Founded in 2024 by Vladimir Indjikian and Alena Iakina, Visarun addresses a significant operational challenge for global enterprises and travel agencies: the time-intensive, error-prone nature of visa application management. According to the company, HR managers at large organizations spend over 600 hours annually coordinating visa applications, tracking documentation, and managing…
Built on an open, scalable platform with multimodal AI at its heart, Galaxy XR marks the dawn of the Android XR ecosystem, unlocking new dimensions of discovery, play, and productivity. Samsung Electronics has today announced the launch of Galaxy XR, introducing a new class of AI-native devices designed to deliver truly immersive experiences in a design optimised for multimodal AI. As the first device powered by the Android XR platform—developed collaboratively by Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm Technologies—Galaxy XR represents the next evolution of discovery, creativity, and work. It provides users with natural, deeply engaging experiences that seamlessly blend physical and…
Qatar hosts MENA Karting Championship Nations Cup, celebrating grassroots motorsport across the region FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, founder of the MENA Karting Championship Nations Cup, has highlighted how the event will open new pathways for karting talent throughout the region as the 2025 edition gets underway in Qatar. Organised by the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF), this year’s championship once again brings the region’s karting scene into focus. The event begins with an opening ceremony on Thursday evening following two days of practice sessions, before racing commences on Friday and Saturday at the Lusail Karting Circuit. Rising stars…
From 26 to 29 March 2026, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna will once again welcome professionals from across the globe to the world’s most influential beauty trade fair. The 57th edition marks a defining moment for the Middle East, as the region’s surging growth and international engagement continue to shape the direction of the global beauty industry. According to Euromonitor International, Lebanon currently leads the world in beauty market growth, with sales rising by 15.1% between 2024 and 2025. The country’s momentum shows no signs of slowing, with annual growth projected to reach 12.2% through to 2029. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has secured…
Featuring Irish Village and Four Days of Sport and Celebration The countdown has officially begun! With just three weeks remaining until the T100 Triathlon World Tour makes its much-anticipated return to Dubai, excitement is mounting for what promises to be one of the biggest highlights of this year’s 30×30 Dubai Fitness Challenge. Uniting elite international athletes, local fitness communities, and sports enthusiasts from across the region, the Dubai T100 will deliver a spectacular four-day celebration of endurance, wellness, and community spirit. Taking place from 13 to 16 November, the event will combine world-class triathlon competition with family-friendly entertainment, interactive wellness…
For the very first time, Riyadh will welcome an unparalleled gathering of the world’s foremost names in interior and product design for ARTDOM RIYADH 2025 — a leading international platform that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation within the luxury interiors industry. This year’s Business Programme boasts an exceptional roster of global design icons, including: Carlo Colombo, architect and designer, Co-owner of Studio A++ Giulio Cappellini, Founder and Art Director of Cappellini Rossana Orlandi, international gallerist and design curator Pierre Gonalons, designer and interior architect Draga & Aurel, founders of Draga & Aurel Studio Yannic Leveque, Senior Director of Architecture, Red…
Step into a season defined by sophistication, playful style, and effortless elegance as Babyshop Arabia unveils its Autumn/Winter 2025 campaign — a celebration of fashion and family captured against the romantic streets of Paris. From the glow of cafĂ©s to the grandeur of Parisian boulevards, the new collection captures the city’s timeless charm, blending childhood wonder with couture-inspired design. At the heart of the season is Eligo, Babyshop’s signature label, renowned for its refined craftsmanship and enduring silhouettes. Reimagined through the chic lens of Paris, Eligo merges comfort with couture — balancing tailored cuts, delicate layers, and tactile fabrics to…