Daily Archives: January 17, 2024

Business & Investments

SEF 2024 reveals world-renowned speakers in Media, Investment, Gaming, Tech and Culture for the 2-day festival

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Organised by Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) from 3-4 February, 2024

SEF 2024 reveals world-renowned speakers in Media, Investment, Gaming, Tech and Culture for the 2-day festival

  • Digital Transformation and Leadership: HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar Al Saud, Chairman, Saudi Esports Federation, Steven Bartlett, Chris Barton and Dr. Aisha Bin Bishr.
  • Media, Arts, and Culture Influencers: Featuring Nadine Labaki, Joe Hattab, and Aboflah.
  • Emerging Business Leaders and Innovators: Abdullah Abu Sheikha, Abdulaziz B. Al Loughani, and Payal Kadakia.
  • Health and Wellness Expertise: With insights from Jessie Inchauspé, Lana Nahawi and Mohit Kumar.
  • Culinary and Lifestyle Excellence: Showcasing Mouza Alabbar, Amna Al Hashemi along with Salam Dakkak.
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Technologies

TikTok Creator Awards Honors the Best in Creativity from the MENA Region

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TikTok Creator Awards Honors the Best in Creativity from the MENA Region

Dubai-UAE, 17 January 2024 – The TikTok Creator Awards at The Theatre Dubai was a night of celebration, showcasing the talents of creators from across the MENA region. Emphasizing the theme ‘Celebrating New Dreams,’ the event highlighted TikTok’s commitment to a world where dreams are limitless.

TikTok has emerged as a democratic force in the digital world, providing a platform where individuals from all walks of life can pursue and realize their aspirations. This event not only celebrated the current achievements but also underscored TikTok’s commitment to empowering the next wave of digital dreamers.

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Shopping & Promotions

A Russian Tourist Wins AED 25,000 Cash Prize at Mercato DSF’s 29th Edition!

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A Russian Tourist Wins AED 25,000 Cash Prize at Mercato Dubai Shopping Festival’s 29th Edition!

Mercato is delighted to announce the fortunate winner of the Dubai Shopping Festival’s 29th edition draw held last week—a Russian tourist who has won a cash prize of AED 25,000.

The tourist, Natalia Podolskaia, expressed her joy at winning and shared her enthusiasm for her Dubai experience, particularly highlighting her shopping adventures at Mercato and Town Centre Jumeirah during the festival. Natalia Podolskaia, the lucky winner, commented, “The irresistible discounts, ‘Shop and Win’ promotion, and the dazzling showcase of captivating performances made the streets come alive. Musical acts, hands-on workshops, and entertainment for every age group enticed us to explore Mercato and Town Centre Jumeirah. We thoroughly enjoyed this unique shopping and fun-filled experience.”

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Business & Investments

Convergence Partners in a buyout of the Datacentrix Group

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Convergence Partners in a buyout of the Datacentrix Group

17 January 2024, Dubai-UAE – Convergence Partners today announced that its Convergence Partners Digital Infrastructure Fund (CPDIF) has entered into a definitive agreement with Alviva Holdings Limited to acquire 100% of Datacentrix Group. The acquisition is alongside the existing Datacentrix management team that has successfully led the company for over 20 years.  Alviva is exiting Datacentrix pursuant to its delisting from the JSE in early 2023, to focus on its core operations in hardware distribution. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The transaction aligns with the CPDIF’s strategy of investing in high growth companies that are leading champions in their field with strong management teams and deep customer and vendor relationships. 

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Sports & Recreations

Jamie Overton excited to work with young UAE stars as Adani Sportsline-owned Gulf Giants begin ILT20 season 2

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Jamie Overton excited to work with young UAE stars as Adani Sportsline-owned Gulf Giants begin ILT20 season 2

Dubai, 17 January 2024: Jamie Overton understands the pressures of retaining a trophy as big as the International League T20, but the English all-rounder is confident about the Adani Sportsline-owned Gulf Giants’ prospects in the second edition of the tournament, which commences on January 19 with a clash against his team and the Sharjah Warriors.

Jamie Overton of Gulf Giants

Speaking to the media ahead of the tournament, Overton shared his enthusiasm at the prospect of returning to action for the Adani Sportsline-owned team and helping them to the title once again, this time as defending champions. “The pressure is always there in whatever tournament you’re playing because you’re expected to win all the time. You have to deal with this pressure. Normally, the teams that win such competitions are the teams that do the basics very well. That means hitting the top of the off stump and nailing your skills as a bowler,” he said.

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