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Hotpack hosts day out for 1,500 employees at Dubai Miracle Garden

Dubai, UAE – May 1, 2026: Hotpack, the UAE-based global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, marked International Workers’ Day by bringing together 1,500 employees for a memorable experience at Dubai Miracle Garden.

Hotpack stated that the company undertook this initiative as more than a day out for employees. It was an opportunity to convey a message of resilience in times of uncertainty, and to assure employees of hope and safety by prioritising their wellbeing through meaningful engagement beyond the workplace.

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Automibiles & Motoring

OMODA 4 Launches Global Growth Strategy

OMODA & JAECOO unveils OMODA 4, global growth strategy, advanced smart mobility technologies

Dubai, UAE – OMODA & JAECOO has announced a major new phase of global expansion, unveiling its “From Million to Annual Million” strategy alongside the debut of new models and next-generation technologies during key international events including the Beijing Auto Show and the Chery International Business Summit 2026.

The milestone announcement follows the brand’s rapid rise to over one million cumulative global sales in just three years, positioning OMODA & JAECOO among the fastest-growing automotive brands worldwide. Building on this momentum, the company is now targeting one million annual sales by 2027, marking a strategic shift from scale-driven growth to a more value-focused, innovation-led approach.

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Business & Investments

E-Commerce business jumps by 20 per cent in the UAE since February, 2026

Reputed E-Commerce Distributor such as Blue Ocean Global Group have been working closely with E-Commerce platforms to ensure steady supply of consumer goods during challenging times

Date: Dubai, UAE, April 29, 2026

News Highlights:

  1. The UAE’s E-Commerce market is expected to grow by 12.9 percent annually, reaching US$34.63 billion in 2025;
  • By the end of 2029, the ecommerce market is projected to expand from its 2024 value of US$30.67 billion to approximately US$51.14 billion;
  • By end of 2026, the number of digital commerce users in the UAE is expected to see strong growth, with projections indicating roughly 7.82 million users;
  • The UAE aims to be 75 percent cashless by 2026, boosting online payment usage;
  • More than one-third of UAE consumers shop on their smartphones at least weekly, with mobile retail sales projected to reach US$4.6 billion.

E-Commerce business jumped by 20 per cent since February this year, as most consumers maintained work from home and study from home to ensure public safety.

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Technologies

Core42 and Data Dynamics Partner to Enable Sovereign, AI-Ready Data Compliance in the UAE

Reducing data risk and unlocking AI readiness across customer environments

April 30, 2026, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, today announced a strategic partnership with Data Dynamics, a US-headquartered global innovator in AI-powered data management. The partnership brings together Core42’s advisory, cloud, and managed services with Data Dynamics’ platform to help organizations across the UAE and globally to classify, govern and prepare data for ensuring resilient regulatory compliance, digital transformation, TCO optimization and secure AI adoption.

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DIPW launches remote ‘Novel Writing’ workshop

Dubai, UAE, 29 April 2026- The Dubai International Program for Writing (DIPW), an initiative of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), launched its 2026 Novel Writing workshop, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing emerging literary talents across the Arab world.

Building on a series of successful workshops held across several Arab countries, the workshop aims to expand channels of support and empowerment for young writers. It will run for four months starting in April and will be held remotely, enabling participants from around the world to participate. The workshop will be supervised by Dr. Shahla Ujayli, novelist and professor of Modern Arabic Literature and Cultural Studies.

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