Monthly Archives: May 2025

Business & Investments, Travel & Tourism

Wellness, nature and food drive 2025 travel trends in EEMEA, according to Mastercard Economics Institute

  • Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh in top 15 trending destinations for global travelers this summer[1]
  • Jeddah and Riyadh have seen a rise in passenger traffic in 2024 compared to 2019
  • Istanbul tops the list of globalized foodie cities, which also features Doha, Dubai, Marrakech and Cape Town
  • South Africa and Zambia dominate cross-border spending within national park areas, Namibia leads wellness travel, and Kenya is a fast-growing contender

Dubai, UAE; 13 May 2025: The Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) today released Travel Trends 2025, its annual report with unique and proprietary consumer spending insights globally. While exchange rates and geopolitical dynamics can influence consumer behavior, the report highlights that passions and purpose-driven motivations remain strong drivers shaping the travel industry.

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Technologies

Huawei and Dubai Health Announce Collaborative Study on Daily Health Monitoring using HUAWEI WATCH 5

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 26 May 2025: Building on their ongoing collaboration, Huawei and Dubai Health have launched a new user research project to evaluate the usability of advanced health monitoring capabilities on the newly released HUAWEI WATCH 5.

The HUAWEI WATCH 5, which is available for pre-order in the UAE now, represents a significant step forward in personal health technology. The X-TAP technology utilises an innovative distributed sensor array to enhance the accuracy of vital sign measurements using direct fingertip measurements. With integrated ECG and PPG sensors built into it, the X-TAP is part of the upgraded HUAWEI TruSense System that makes use of a Distributed Super-Sensing Module to deliver significantly enhanced health insights. Measuring physiological signals directly from fingertips greatly improves accuracy and yields faster results, enabling much more comprehensive health monitoring using the watch.

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Travel & Tourism

Abu Dhabi Airports Announces New Air Seychelles Service Between Seychelles and Abu Dhabi

  • Enhanced air links unlock greater regional and international connectivity through Abu Dhabi
  • Six weekly flights to boost tourism, trade, and travel between the Seychelles and Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, UAE – May 26, 2025: Abu Dhabi Airports announced the launch of Air Seychelles’ new passenger flight service connecting Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH). The new route, which operates six times a week, strengthens connectivity between the UAE’s capital and the stunning Seychelles, providing travellers with more opportunities to explore the islands and enjoy seamless travel.

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Business & Investments

Eureka! GCC 4th Edition Announces Competition Lineup: 30 Semi-Finalists to Shape the Future of Entrepreneurship

• 300+ startup registrations lead to selection of Top 30 semi-finalists in 4th edition of Eureka! GCC
• Finalists to compete for prizes worth $100,000 at Grand Finale, 28-29 May 2025, Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection, Dubai

26th May 2025, Dubai (UAE) – Eureka! GCC, Asia’s leading business model competition, returns to Dubai this year with a bigger platform and broader ambitions to champion the Gulf’s most promising startup ventures.

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Business & Investments

tpay appoints Marouane Bakhtar as Chief Operating Officer

Dubai, May 26, 2025 – tpay, the leading payment connector, has appointed Marouane Bakhtar as Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this pivotal role, Marouane will oversee and manage day-to-day operations, including engineering and commercial functions, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

He will collaborate closely with the executive leadership team to drive growth, enhance efficiency, and support the execution of tpay’s long-term vision.

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