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Technologies

Microsoft advances ‘1 million AI learners’ commitment at Dubai AI Week 2025 

Company rolls out AI skilling across schools and champions talent development in dedicated sessions for professionals, while advancing strategic dialogue across sectors

22 April, 2025; Dubai, United Arab Emirates – At Dubai AI Week 2025, Microsoft is placing AI skilling and talent enablement at the center of its agenda, underscoring its belief that empowering individuals with the right capabilities is the foundation of a successful, inclusive AI-enabled future. 

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Business & Investments

SCM Middle East Conclave in Dubai to Spotlight on India-Middle East-Europe Corridor with former Indian President as Chief Guest

Highlights:

  • Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Honourable Former President of India, will be the esteemed Chief Guest, and H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy UAE as the Guest of Honour
  • Several Diplomats including US Consulate General Robert Raines to attend the event
  • The conclave will unite over 300 logistics leaders, investors, experts, and policymakers from IME Corridor nations.
  • The IME Corridor is poised to boost the economies of participating nations by streamlining trade logistics, creating jobs, and fostering a robust business ecosystem.
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Business & Investments

Sparklo and Mai Dubai launch partnership to boost recycling across the UAE

UAE, April 22, 2025: Sparklo, a cleantech company building the Middle East’s most accessible smart recycling ecosystem, and Mai Dubai, the leading bottled water company in the UAE, have signed a strategic agreement to promote recycling and support sustainable consumer behaviour.

The agreement outlines a joint initiative to install 30 AI-powered Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) – also known as Sparklomats – in high-traffic locations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain, and Ras Al Khaimah. The Sparklomats will be located in schools, retail areas, and even residential communities — enabling people to return plastic bottles right where they live. For every container recycled, users will receive Sparklo points, which can be redeemed for rewards, including discounts on Mai Dubai delivery starting in May. This initiative makes recycling more rewarding while creating a closed-loop system for Mai Dubai products.

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Sharjah Children Reading Festival

SCRF 2025 kicks off tomorrow, with 1,000+ activities, 200 guests and 122 publishers

The 12-day cultural festival will be held at Expo Centre Sharjah until May 4,2025


Sharjah, April 22, 2025,

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and the guidance of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness, and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs,  the 16th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2025) will open tomorrow, (Wednesday), April 23, ushering in 12 days of vibrant cultural exchange, creative exploration, and engaging activities for children, youth, and families.

Organised by the Sharjah Book Authority under the theme “Dive Into Books”, at Expo Centre Sharjah, the event will host 122 publishers from 22 countries and over 200 writers, illustrators, and cultural figures from the UAE and around the world.

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