Daily Archives: July 2, 2026

Technologies

Epson wins iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 for Lifestudio™ Projectors and EcoTank Printers

– The acclaimed design accolade recognises excellence in innovation and sustainability.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 1 July 2026 – Seiko Epson Corporation has received the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 for the new Lifestudio™ projectors and the new range of EcoTank printers. This renowned award is a testament to Epson’s continued commitment to cutting-edge design, innovation, and sustainability.

Established in 1954 and organised annually by iF International Forum Design GmbH in Germany, the iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most respected design competitions worldwide. Each year, a distinguished panel of experts rigorously evaluates thousands of entries against strict criteria, including practicality, craftsmanship, innovation, environmental consideration, functionality, usability, safety, aesthetics, and universal design. In 2026, a 129-member international jury selected the best designs from nearly 10,000 submissions spanning 68 countries and regions.

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Business & Investments

KamelPay Launches AbsoluteCard to Support UAE Businesses in Streamlining Corporate Payments

Dubai, UAE – 02 JULY: KamelPay, the UAE-born fintech building integrated financial solutions for businesses and their workforce, has launched AbsoluteCard, a complete corporate payments ecosystem built for the way businesses spend, control and reconcile. AbsoluteCard brings together a web portal, a mobile app and a corporate card powered by the Mastercard network and sponsored by Mawarid Finance.

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The launch was celebrated at Kempinski The Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, where senior bankers, corporate leaders, exchange house executives and financial institutions gathered to mark the milestone.

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Business & Investments

MAIR Group and Makani Real Estate Announce Mall of Al Ain Redevelopment and Expansion

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 02 July 2026 – MAIR Group PJSC (ADX: MAIR) (“MAIR” or the “Group”), a strategic investment company focused on grocery retail and commercial real estate, today announced the redevelopment and expansion of Mall of Al Ain, through its commercial real estate arm, Makani Real Estate, marking the Group’s first major investment in the destination since its acquisition in 2024.

(L- R ) Hicham Dabbagh, Director of Leasing at Makani Real Estate; Haisam Sleiman, CEO of Makani Real Estate; Nehayan Hamad Alameri, Managing Director and Group CEO of MAIR Group; Khalil Yassine, Senior Strategic Advisor at MAIR Group; and Mohamad Issa Al Nehlawi, Director of Marketing at Makani Real Estate.

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Health Care

Multiple studies highlight pecans’ heart-health support properties

Dubai, July 2, 2024: As rates of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other lifestyle-related health concerns continue to rise, consumers are increasingly seeking foods that offer both nutritional value and everyday enjoyment. Among the options gaining attention are pecans, a nutrient-dense tree nut. Multiple scientific research reveals that regular consumption of pecans gradually improves heart health, metabolic wellness, and healthy ageing.


Rich, satisfying, and often described as indulgent, pecans stand out as a rare example of a food that delivers on taste while aligning with the kind of nutritional profile a cardiologist might recommend.

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Business & Investments, Featured

Gold Price Forecast: Geopolitical Risks and Market Shifts in 2026

Gold Faces a Pivotal Second Half as Geopolitical Risk, Rate Expectations, and Investor Positioning Collide

1 July 2026 – After a volatile start to the year, gold now faces a pivotal second half that will be shaped by unpredictability from geopolitics, rates, and investor sentiment, according to the Gold Mid-Year Outlook 2026 released by the World Gold Council today. Gold set more than 12 all-time highs and reached a record US$5,405/oz in late January before pulling back sharply to a low of US$4,002/oz in June – a swing that resulted in a 7% year-to-date drop in price and an increase in average volatility to 30%.[1] Despite the pullback, gold remains one of the strongest-performing assets over the past year.

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