Technologies

Core42 Launches an AI Developer Playground for AI Inference-as-a-Service with Qualcomm in UAE

February 17, 2025, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates:  Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services, announced today the launch of the AI Playground in UAE data centers. Built on the Qualcomm® Cloud AI family of accelerators and Qualcomm® AI Inference Suite for Cloud, this free-to-access platform equips developers and AI engineers with ready-to-use high-performance AI applications and agents, tools, and libraries to streamline AI adoption and deployment across cloud and edge devices.

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Business & Investments

Union Coop Reports ‘2024’ Financial Performance

The retail pioneer announced a progressive financial performance for FY 2024, wherein the revenue reached AED 2,491 million, showing a 5% increase, while profit before tax rose by 18%, reinforcing its signature leadership and market dominance.

Dubai, UAE:
The leading Dubai-based retailer ‘Union Coop’ announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, showcasing ‘revenue surge’ and operational flexibility. The cooperative recorded a total revenue of AED 2,491 million, with AED 1,854 million from retail operations and AED 637 million from other activities, reflecting a 5% year-on-year increase. Profit before tax surged to AED 348 million, marking an 18% rise compared to AED 297 million in 2023. These strong financials reaffirm Union Coop’s strategic transformation journey, reinforcing its position for sustained growth and expansion, thereby re-affirming its position as the industry leader.

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Business & Investments

UAE Champions Gender Equality at She Investment Summit 2025 Hosted by Women Board of Directors (WBD)

Government Officials and Industry Leaders Highlight UAE’s Commitment to Bridging the Gender Gap and Enhancing Female Representation at C-Level and Corporate Boards

Dubai, UAE, 17 February 2025– The She Investment Summit, hosted by Dubai-based Women Board of Directors (WBD) in association with The Brain & Performance Centre – A DP World Company, convened top executives and government officials. The compelling conversations and key takeaways set a new benchmark for investing in women’s leadership and paved the way for stronger community building and networking.

Delivering the keynote address, H.E. Safeya Al Safi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for the Commercial Control & Governance Sector, UAE Ministry of Economy, emphasized the UAE’s progressive journey in women’s empowerment. “As I stand here today, I am reminded of the profound journey our nation has undertaken since its founding on December 2, 1971 — from the very start, our wise leaders have recognized women as crucial partners in the UAE’s societal and economic progress,” she stated.

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Entertainment & Celebrity

Tchaikovsky’s Masterpiece Eugene Onegin Set to Enchant Audiences at Dubai Opera This February

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – February 2025

Dubai Opera is hosting one of the most profound and emotionally powerful operas in the world.

On February 20-21, 2025, audiences will be enthralled by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin, a poignant and deeply resonant operatic masterpiece.

Based on Alexander Pushkin’s revered novel-in-verse, Eugene Onegin is a tale of unfulfilled love, pride, and the passage of time. The opera follows Tatyana, a young woman whose heartfelt declaration of love is dismissed by the enigmatic and aloof Eugene Onegin.

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Automibiles & Motoring

Gargash Motors Debuts Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Super Sport, Bespoke Edizione Program in the UAE

Gargash Motors Debuts Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Super Sport, Bespoke Edizione Program in the UAE

  • This special series pays homage to Alfa Romeo’s first Mille Miglia victory in 1928
  • Super Sport Bespoke Edizione, features unique styling elements and performance upgrades
  • Alfa Romeo owners can access the Bespoke Edizione Program, a tailor-made service to personalize their vehicles
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