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Technologies

Microsoft Appoints Amr Kamel as General Manager, UAE

Kamel to succeed Naim Yazbeck, who will assume the role of President of Middle East & Africa at Microsoft

July 7, 2025; Dubai, UAE – Microsoft is pleased to announce the appointment of Amr Kamel as General Manager, UAE, effective July 1, 2025.

Amr Kamel

A respected and seasoned executive with nearly 20 years of experience at Microsoft, Kamel brings deep regional expertise, strategic acumen, and a strong track record of delivering business transformation and innovation at scale. In his new role, he will lead Microsoft’s efforts to support the UAE’s national digital and AI priorities, foster sustainable economic growth, and empower customers, partners, and developers to realize the full potential of cloud and Artificial Intelligence.

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Food & Dining

Olive Rock Partners Invests in Influential Minority Stake in Shrimp Nation, a Leading Homegrown Saudi Dining Brand

Strategic partnership to accelerate Food & Beverage innovation and leverage Shrimp Nation’s strong Saudi presence driving regional and global expansion

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – 08 July, 2025 – Shrimp Nation, a Saudi homegrown Food & Beverage (“F&B”) brand, and one of the fastest-growing seafood restaurant concepts in the Middle East, has announced a strategic partnership with private equity firm Olive Rock Partners (“Olive Rock”), marking a major milestone in its growth strategy. Olive Rock has acquired a 30% stake in the business, setting the stage for significant regional and global expansion.

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Health Care

Aster Clinics Introduce Smyl AI – UAE’s First AI Dental Tool, Offering Free Screenings for All Through WhatsApp

  • Get free, instant dental screenings by answering a few simple questions and uploading three photos of your teeth (upper, lower, and front), all in under 2 minutes. Receive a detailed dental health report instantly.
  • Easily schedule a consultation with Aster Clinic’s 30+ expert dental specialists for personalized care.

A glimpse of the Smyl AI experience – from scan to smile, users get instant dental health insights through WhatsApp

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Fashion & Trends

An Evening of Beauty: Walid Atallah’s Grand Fashion Show at Palms Royale Sofia, Bulgaria

The allure of high fashion swept away Sofia as it played host to a dazzling evening of beauty and elegance. The globally renowned Lebanese designer, Walid Atallah, presented his spectacular Royale Fashion Show on June 27, an exclusive event organized by Palms Royale Sofia, the luxury entertainment complex located within the Grand Hotel Millennium.

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Real Estate

GFS Developments Breaks Ground on Coventry 66 in Dubai South, Promising a New Era in Urban Living

Dubai, UAE – GFS Developments has officially commenced construction on their second fully sold-out project, Coventry 66, located in the thriving Dubai South district. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on July 7th, 2025, was marked by the presence of notable Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui, alongside other prominent dignitaries and investors.

Strategically positioned near the soon-to-be-completed Dubai Airport, Coventry 66 promises to redefine the standard for urban living in Dubai. The project reflects GFS’s commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable developments with a focus on modern design and lifestyle solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the city’s dynamic residents.

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