Daily Archives: February 5, 2025

Business & Investments

RAKEZ kicks off Growth Series 2025 with AI event for small businesses

Ras Al Khaimah, 4 February 2025: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) successfully launched the first event of its Growth Series 2025, “AI on a Budget: Affordable Tools and Smart Automation for Small Businesses,” attracting a diverse group of entrepreneurs eager to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) without significant investment.

The event, hosted at Compass Coworking Centre, featured expert-led sessions from Raizor Vice President–AI Solutions Savio Tovar Dias, and Koshima.ai founders Carlo Pepe and Rob Hayes. These industry leaders demonstrated practical AI tools and strategies, emphasising how small businesses can use smart automation to improve efficiency and effectiveness economically.

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Technologies

Say “Yes” to the New ASUS Zenbook Duo with Intel Core Ultra 2 Series!ASUS Zenbook Duo UX8406CA Re-Launches with Exclusive Valentine’s deal

KEY POINTS

  • Revolutionary Dual-Screen Innovation: The Zenbook Duo UX8406CA features dual 14-inch 3K 120Hz OLED touchscreens, delivering an immersive multitasking experience with enhanced productivity, collaboration, and entertainment capabilities. Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 2 Series, this cutting-edge device is designed for the modern creator.
  • Exclusive Valentine’s Week Bundle: To celebrate its arrival in the UAE, ASUS is offering a limited-time bundle, where customers purchasing the new Zenbook Duo (UX8406CA) will receive a Vivobook Go 14 Flip (TP1400) for free, along with a special-edition gift box containing fresh roses and chocolates on selected stores.
  • Available Online & In-Store: Customers can now pre-order the new Zenbook Duo (UX8406CA) on the ASUS eShop with the Valentine’s bundle or directly purchase the Zenbook Duo 2024 (UX8406MA) until February 9th, enjoying the benefits of Zenbook Week on the ASUS eShop. Starting February 11th, the UX8406CA will be available at all retailers in the UAE and GCC.
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Featured

House of Wisdom Explores Collaboration with Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Cultural Institutions in Egypt

Alexandria, Egypt – 4 February 2025

A delegation from House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah, led by Executive Director Marwa Al Aqroubi, visited Egypt’s Bibliotheca Alexandrina to strengthen cultural and intellectual ties between the two institutions. The delegation was welcomed by Dina Youssef, Head of the Library Sector, who praised the contributions of the UAE cultural institutions in advancing knowledge and heritage.

The visit took place alongside HoW’s participation in the 56th Cairo International Book Fair and highlighted its dedication to expanding partnerships with key cultural and knowledge-driven organisations in Egypt and beyond. Through dialogue with leading library officials and knowledge exchange with regional and international institutions, HoW continues to reinforce Sharjah and the UAE’s commitment to pioneering innovative, socially interactive library spaces.

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Technologies

AI Experts Highlight the Need for Robust AGI Regulatory Frameworks as Ai Everything Global commences

  • The inaugural edition began in Abu Dhabi with Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) among the key topics discussed on an opening day of conversations and debates.

Photo caption: Kate Darling and Stuart Russell discuss how AI and robotics should enhance human connection, with Darling stressing the need for sustainable innovation to support both humanity and the planet.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 4 February 2025: Establishing regulatory frameworks are fundamental to ensure that current and future Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) systems are developed and function responsibly and ethically, experts told attendees on the opening day of Ai Everything Global.

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Health Care

Informa Markets unveils WHX Labs Dubai, marking a new era for laboratory innovation

  • Medlab Middle East is rebranding to WHX Labs Dubai, marking the beginning of a new journey that reflects 24 years of success in the laboratory industry
  • The World Health Expo (WHX) name unifies Informa Market’s healthcare events around the world to better facilitate connection and collaboration without global barriers
  • The inaugural Precision Medicine Leadership Forum also made its debut at the event, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in personalised healthcare

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4 February 2025: On the second day of Medlab Middle East today, Informa Markets officially announced the exhibition’s rebranding to WHX Labs Dubai, underscoring a transformative vision for connecting people, businesses, governments and innovators across borders.

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