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India needs to disrupt industries with innovation to become a developed nation by 2047, former Indian Minister tells ICAI Dubai to adopt AI to transform accounting sector

Adoption of innovation and Artificial Intelligence is no longer a choice, but are essential part of business, Anurag Thakur, former Indian Minister of Sports, Youth Affairs and Minister of Information and Broadcasting, says

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Rothschild & Co significantly expands its Wealth Management presence in Dubai

Rothschild & Co signs a referral agreement with Liechtensteinische Landesbank (LLB) to onboard their UAE business, evidencing Rothschild & Co’s continued commitment to the Middle East. Rothschild & Co’s Wealth Management business in Dubai has developed strongly since launch in 2024.

Rothschild & Co is delighted to announce that it has signed a deal with Liechtensteinische Landesbank (LLB) to onboard its employees and clients in the UAE through a referral agreement, significantly expanding its Wealth Management presence in the region.

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Nemetschek Group Partners with Concerted Solutions to Accelerate Digital Transformation in the GCC’s AEC/O Sector

Strategic partnership aims to accelerate the GCC’s AEC/O sector digitalization through local expertise, joint innovation, and alignment with the region’s national ambitions

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 2 September 2025The Nemetschek Group, a global leader in software solutions for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction & Operations (AEC/O) industry, has joined forces with Concerted Solutions FZE, a firm specializing in digitizing information and workflows to enhance process efficiency and drive data-driven decision-making. This strategic partnership aims to accelerate the digital transformation of the AEC/O sector across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

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ADRA issues 5,930 new economic licences to Emirati women entrepreneurs

Abu Dhabi- 29 August 2025: The Abu Dhabi Registration and Licensing Authority (ADRA), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (ADDED) arm to develop and regulate the business sector, has announced the issuance of 5,930 new economic licences to Emirati women entrepreneurs in a year, reaching 21,115 licences by end of June 2025, showcasing the effectiveness of initiatives to empower UAE women to further enhance their role in accelerating economic growth and diversification.

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Sustainability sessions at IGCF 2025 to discuss the future of cities, oceans, and climate

  • Co-hosted with the University of Sharjah, MOCCAE, Sharjah Fish Resources Authority, Arab Parliament for the Child, Sharjah Youth Council and more.
  • Featuring contributions from Microsoft, MIT, Purdue University, the University of Khorfakkan, TDRA, Abu Dhabi Media Office and Ethara.
  • A cross-sector alliance spanning government, academia, industry and youth bodies to deliver real-world impact.
  • Strategic sessions developed with Sharjah’s leading entities and regional partners to drive measurable sustainability outcomes.
  • Partners align around smart cities, blue economy, climate resilience and youth engagement to advance quality of life.
  • 51 sessions across 22 platforms co-designed with national and regional institutions to mobilise collective action.


Sharjah, 01 September 2025

In its 14th edition, the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau on 10–11 September under the theme “Communication for Quality of Life,” opens a wide-ranging conversation on sustainability and the environment. The sessions will examine how communication can be used to change behaviours, build partnerships that enhance quality of life, and propose practical solutions to today’s urgent environmental challenges.

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