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Sharjah International Book Fair

The 44th Edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair from Nov 05-16,2025

SIBF 2025 celebrates the bond between readers and written word from November 5-16 under the theme “Between You and a Book”

Greece named ‘Guest of Honour’ for the 44th Edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair

  • Bodour Al Qasimi said: This year’s theme serves as a reminder that the relationship between people and books is one of continuous knowledge exchange that flows in both directions.
  • Ahmed Al Ameri: SIBF has evolved from a seasonal event into a comprehensive knowledge industry, investing in books as both cultural and economic assets.
  • International event to host a distinguished lineup of authors, creators, and publishers
  • A full cultural programme of artistic, theatrical, and live performances
  • Features panel discussions, talks, and interactive workshops throughout the 12-day event
  • The 14th Sharjah Publishers Conference to take place ahead of the fair, from November 2–4, 2025
  • 12th Sharjah International Library Conference to be held during the fair, from November 8–10, 2025

Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the SBA,

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Business & Investments

BCG and Global Cybersecurity Forum Reveal Quantum Computing’s $50B Global Business Impact at GCF 2025

  • Quantum computing poised to unlock $50+ billion in value across multiple industries while posing critical cybersecurity threats
  • Transportation and logistics sector could capture $400M-$1.2B in quantum-driven efficiencies, while Oil & Gas leads with potential savings of $6-30 billion
  • Organizations investing $13 billion annually in quantum technologies as commercial applications approach reality

Shoaib Yousuf, Managing Director and Partner, BCG

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 2, 2025 – Boston Consulting Group (BCG), in collaboration with Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF), unveiled ” The Quantum Leap: Navigating the Future of Computing” report at the GCF Annual Meeting 2025. The comprehensive study examines how quantum technologies are transitioning from laboratory research to commercial applications, presenting organizations with opportunities alongside cybersecurity challenges.

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Technologies

Yango Group signs MoU with Etihad Rail to simplify travel for millions of UAE passengers

Yango’s ride-hailing service will provide first- and last-mile solutions for inter-emirate journeys

The second phase of integration includes seamless ticket and ride booking via the two companies’ digital platforms

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 2 October 2025: Yango Group, a global technology company, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network, during the second edition of Global Rail Transport Infrastructure Exhibition & Conference in Abu Dhabi. The collaboration sets out a framework to integrate Yango’s first- and last-mile ride-hailing solutions into the passenger rail journey, ensuring greater convenience and an enhanced end-to-end travel experience.

Under the MoU, Yango Group and Etihad Rail will collaborate on operational alignment at and around Etihad Rail stations, supporting clear passenger pick-up and drop-off points, streamlining vehicle entry and exit procedures, and introducing peak-hour traffic management strategies to reduce congestion. These measures are designed to ensure a smooth point-to-point journey and easy access for all passengers.

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Education

Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai students shine as ACCA top‑level achievers

Image - ACCA winners felicitation at MAHE Dubai

Dubai, UAE – 01 October 2025: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Dubai is celebrating a milestone year for its Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) ACCA programme, with students achieving multiple UAE national honours. Among the prize winners are sisters Sarah and Samaira Atique Sayed, who enrolled in the same cohort and both earned national honours in the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) exams. Sarah became UAE Top Affiliate for the May 2025 sitting – the first time a MAHE Dubai student has secured this title which recognizes the candidate with the highest average mark across all Strategic Professional papers. Her younger sister Samaira topped the June 2025 sitting of Advanced Audit & Assurance to become a UAE Prizewinner.

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Featured

Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Roads & Transport Authority (RTA), Mubadala and PNC Architects among Big 5 Global Impact Awards 2025 finalists

  • The awards see strong turnout with 150 finalists, recording a 58% increase in entries from project owners, including key government authorities
  • Over 20 countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Oman, South Africa, Kenya, Singapore, the UK, the US and Uganda, among others
  • The Sustainable Initiative of the Year award recorded the highest number of entries this year

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 September 2025 – The fifth edition of Big 5 Global Impact Awards, celebrating impact in the built environment, has announced 150 finalists competing across 19 categories. The awards recognize projects, organizations, individuals and teams driving sustainable, collaborative and technology-led achievements, highlighting evolving standards of excellence across both public and private sectors in the urban development and construction landscape.

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