Building on February’s partnership announcement, Check Point and Wiz launch a fully integrated Cloud Security Solution with Real-Time Visibility and AI-Powered Prevention. Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a pioneer and global leader in cyber security solutions, has announced the next phase of its strategic partnership with Wiz: the global rollout of a fully integrated solution combining Check Point’s prevention-first cloud network security with Wiz’s Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP). This milestone builds on the initial partnership revealed in February 2025, now bringing the joint solution to general availability to help enterprises tackle today’s evolving cloud security challenges with…
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Sam Allcock is a seasoned journalist and digital marketing expert known for his insightful reporting across business, real estate, travel and lifestyle sectors. His recent work includes high-profile Dubai coverage, such as record-breaking events by AYS Developers. With a career spanning multiple outlets. Sam delivers sharp, engaging content that bridges UK and UAE markets. His writing reflects a deep understanding of emerging trends, making him a trusted voice in regional and international business journalism. Should you need any edits please contact editor@dubaiweek.ae
AnaAkhtar™, an innovative bilingual EdTech platform dedicated to social, emotional, and behavioural (SEB) development and based in the UAE, has officially launched its full version. Following successful pilot programmes, key partnerships, and accreditation, AnaAkhtar™ is now fully deployed — delivering the region’s first platform focused on SEB development to support students’ growth beyond traditional academics. The launch was marked by a founders’ meeting at AnaAkhtar’s Amman office, attended by co-founders Eman Alotaibi, Hussam Talal Ghazzawi, and Eyad Deeb. During the meeting, Omar Abdelhadi, Platform Development Lead, unveiled the full version of the AnaAkhtar™ platform, highlighting its enhanced bilingual functionality, exceptional…
Since 2016, Dubai has been home to Expand North Star, the world’s largest gathering for startups and investors. The exhibition has helped thousands of digital startups secure multi-million-dollar investment deals and establish strategic partnerships to drive their global expansion. Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, the 2025 edition will take place from 12–15 October at Dubai Harbour, marking the event’s tenth anniversary. Over the years, it has become a crucial launchpad for startups, connecting innovators with capital and markets, and cementing Dubai’s reputation as a capital of the digital economy. The success…
Dubai is preparing to host a vibrant celebration of fashion, lifestyle, and culture as the Jannah Trunk Show unveils its much-anticipated Fashion Exhibition on Sunday, 16 November 2025, at the renowned Kempinski Central Avenue. Running from 10 AM to 10 PM, this exclusive one-day exhibition will showcase an exceptional line-up of some of the most sought-after designers and luxury labels from across South Asia. Curated by Asheeka Ajmal, acclaimed fashion stylist and visionary founder of the Jannah Trunk Show, the exhibition offers more than a simple showcase. It promises an immersive shopping experience crafted especially for Dubai’s discerning South Asian…
Awards were presented for Best Overall Marketing Campaign, Creativity and Innovation, and Highest Public Vote. Design Your Future (DYF) has announced the successful conclusion of its Hyundai EV Youth Challenge, recognising outstanding creativity, innovation, and skill in the marketing of Hyundai’s electric vehicles (EVs). As one of the flagship initiatives of the Design Your Future campaign, the challenge aimed to raise awareness of the environmental benefits of electric vehicles while encouraging a deeper understanding of how EV technology can help build a more sustainable future. It also offered participants practical experience in marketing, communication, and teamwork. Taking part in the…
On 28 September, Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club proudly hosted the 10th Senior Summer Open Golf Championship, where players braved the summer heat in a thrilling contest for the title. Rising to the occasion was Shui Wang, who claimed victory with an exceptional 42 Stableford points, highlighted by six net birdies. Finishing just a single point behind, Sultan Mahmood secured second place with an excellent 41 points, while Zein Ismail clinched third spot with a strong 40 points. In the Super Senior Division (60+), Riaz Khan delivered a steady performance despite challenging conditions, carding 36 Stableford points to take home…
At the core of QLED technology lies the quantum dot: incredibly small semiconductor particles measuring just 2 to 10 nanometres in size (by comparison, a human hair is around 80,000 nanometres wide). Although invisible to the naked eye, quantum dots have a striking visual impact. When exposed to light, they emit precise, vivid colours that bring every image to life – from a golden desert sunset to the intensity of a nail-biting football match. QLED TVs stand out for their exceptional brightness and vibrant colours, making them particularly well-suited for bright rooms or daytime viewing. Enhanced HDR performance and advanced…
The Presidency of the 16th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP16), held by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has reaffirmed the importance of intensifying international cooperation to address the challenges posed by drought and land degradation. This message was delivered during a high-level session titled “Accelerating Global Action from Riyadh to Ulaanbaatar”, held on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The session brought together ministers, senior officials, international experts — including a Nobel Laureate — as well as representatives from UN agencies, NGOs,…
Lusail Stadium had seen spectacle before. But when the lights dimmed during halftime of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Final on Qatar National Day, something different unfolded. Not fireworks. Not dancers. Instead, 68 musicians from the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, 30 instruments, and a composition that began with the sound of desert wind and ended with a heartbeat echoing across 88,000 spectators. The song was called ‘Nabd Qatar.’ Within weeks, it would rack up more than a million views. Conceived by Media City Qatar as the centrepiece of its ‘Qatar SoundBeat’ initiative, the orchestral work premiered before government officials, visiting…
Try keeping 140 floors comfortable in a city where summer temperatures routinely push past 45 degrees Celsius. That’s the challenge now facing Daikin, which has secured an extended contract to design and deliver the complete climate control infrastructure for Burj Azizi, the tower set to become the world’s second-tallest building when it opens in 2029. The scale is staggering. Azizi Developments announced the expanded partnership on Monday, confirming that Daikin will supply integrated heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems across the tower’s residential apartments, seven-star hotel, retail mall, and entertainment venues. The deal encompasses fan coil units, fresh air handling units,…