Health Care

Heart attacks among Middle Eastern women surge 50%, insurance gaps revealed

  • 1 in 10 women who claimed living benefits for heart disease were smokers, according to a new report by Zurich International Life Ltd.
  • The average life cover for men is 88% higher than the average for women.

Dubai, UAE, 12th May 2025: In a stark warning for women across the Middle East, a new consumer report by Zurich International Life Ltd. Middle East reveals a worrying rise in early-onset heart disease and critical illnesses, coupled with an alarming gap in insurance coverage that could leave most financially vulnerable.

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Technologies

Ant Digital Technologies Debuts AI-Powered FinTech Solutionsat Dubai FinTech Summit 2025


Introducing the latest “Agentar” and a comprehensive AI for FinTech product suite, showcasing revolutionary AI innovations to propel financial inclusion and operational efficiency

Dubai, UAE, 13 May 2025 – Ant Digital Technologies, a pioneer in emerging technologies, made its first-ever global showcase of its AI for FinTech product suite at Dubai FinTech Summit 2025. The debut featured the unveiling of its cutting-edge AI platform Agentar, alongside the company’s flagship solutions ZOLOZ and mPaaS.

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Business & Investments

Dubai Shines at Asia Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025 – Showcasing Diverse Yachting Destination Proposition

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism’s participation at event in Hong Kong highlighted the importance of collaboration, with the efforts of key partners amplifying Dubai’s global yachting appeal

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 13 May 2025: The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has concluded a highly successful participation at the Asia Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025, welcoming strong interest from the maritime industry and solidifying its position as a leader in sector knowledge sharing.

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Education

Second Sharjah International Education Conference at AUS issues a regional call to integrate AI responsibly across higher education

The AUS portion of the event featured a high-level panel, research papers and keynotes examining AI integration across teaching, learning and institutional development

Sharjah, UAE | 13 May 2025 – American University of Sharjah (AUS) hosted the second and final day of the Sharjah International Conference on Education: AI and Beyond (SICE 2025). This year’s edition was jointly organized by AUS in collaboration with the University of Sharjah (UoS) and held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah. 

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Business & Investments

Fortress Investment Group Establishes Office in Abu Dhabi to Advance Global Strategy

New office underscores Fortress’s long-term commitment to the Gulf and strengthens alignment with strategic capital partners in the region

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 14 May 2025 – Fortress Investment Group (“Fortress”), a leading global investment manager, today announced the opening of a new office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), and permission to undertake regulated activities through receipt of its Financial Services Permission from the ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority – marking a significant milestone in the firm’s global expansion.

The establishment of a permanent presence in Abu Dhabi—the capital of the United Arab Emirates and one of the world’s most sophisticated financial centers—reflects Fortress’s long-term view of the Gulf region as a key pillar of global capital formation and deployment. The new office will enable Fortress to expand its local footprint, deepen relationships with regional investors, and accelerate co-investment across private credit, real estate, and asset-based strategies.

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