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DUBAI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — Creators HQ, the first dedicated creators’ hub in the UAE and the Middle East and part of UAE’s largest content management and development platform, Visioneers, and TikTok LIVE organised the region’s first ever TikTok LIVE Bootcamp. This joint initiative empowers a new generation of LIVE creators with the knowledge, skills and practical tools to deliver interactive livestreaming experiences that enable them to express their creativity, connect with audiences in real time and build communities around shared interests. 37 content creators took part in the four-day event, which was held from 28 September to 1…

BANGKOK, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the National Bank of Georgia (NBG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen financial and supervisory cooperation and facilitate the exchange of information and expertise in central banking. The MoU aims to support financial stability and the development of the banking and financial sectors in both countries. The MoU was signed by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the CBUAE, and Natia Turnava, Governor of the NBG, on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank…

DUBAI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee, attended the graduation ceremony for participants in the ‘UAE Healthcare Leadership Development Program for 100 Emirati Leaders’, launched by American Hospital Dubai in partnership with Harvard Business Impact. The programme aims to develop a new generation of Emirati leaders capable of advancing the healthcare sector and shaping its future in line with the highest international standards. The ceremony was held as part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, the premier annual gathering dedicated to management and leadership. Organised…

DUBAI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Dubai Police Academy, and the Royal Military Academy of Sandhurst, Georgetown University, the New York Police Department (NYPD) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), for the launch of the Mohammed bin Rashid Master in Police and Security Leadership programme. A first of its kind, the programme is dedicated to institutionalising…

DUBAI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — The World Economic Forum (WEF) has appointed Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Chairperson of Frontier25, The Climate Tribe, Aurora50, Alliance for Global Sustainability (AGS), and Reset MENA, as the Executive Fellow of the Science, Discovery and Innovation pillar, one of six core themes of the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders, taking place from 13th to 15th October in partnership between the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum. The appointment represents a further international recognition of the role played by Emirati leaders in shaping the future and highlights Sheikha Shamma’s…

DUBAI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), met with Bernard Mensah, President of International, Bank of America, one of the world’s leading financial institutions. The meeting highlighted the UAE’s growing position as a global financial hub and Dubai’s role in connecting international businesses with opportunities across regional and global markets. Discussions explored opportunities for cooperation in corporate and investment banking, wealth and asset management, and trade finance, as well as the role…

SHARJAH, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Health Services (EHS) organised on Tuesday the Health Horizons 2026 Congress, hosted by the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK). The event was attended by a group of experts, physicians, and specialists across various health and technology sectors. Dr Essam Al Zarooni, Executive Director of the Medical Services Sector at EHS, emphasised that the conference aims to highlight key challenges facing the public health system. It seeks to explore the latest innovative solutions for addressing the root causes of diseases and mitigating them before they manifest in the community, thereby reinforcing the…

DUBAI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — The greatest legacy history will remember is that His Highness Sheikh Mohmmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has restored people’s confidence in our region, inspired an entire generation to believe it could achieve what once seemed impossible, brought out the best in the nation’s leadership talent, and established a leadership philosophy centred on making people’s satisfaction a fundamental goal, said Mohammed Al Gergawi, Chairman of The Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Chairman of the Mohammed bin…

WASHINGTON, 14th October, 2026 (WAM) — Alphabet’s Google has rolled out its Gemini 4 Argon artificial intelligence model to developers and businesses worldwide, offering a lower-cost option for companies seeking to develop autonomous AI agents. Google said the model is designed to excel at “deep work”, handling complex, multi-step tasks in fields including coding, finance, law, cybersecurity and science. Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, 13th October, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Cycling Club (ADCC) has announced the launch of a new free community initiative titled “Laffa”, aimed at encouraging beginners to take up cycling and introducing them to the fundamentals of safety, cycling etiquette, and sports nutrition in a supportive environment that allows them to experience the sport for the first time. Held under the slogan “Ride Safe, Ride Smart,” the initiative targets individuals of all ages and nationalities who are interested in cycling across Abu Dhabi, Al Dhafra Region, and Al Ain, with no prior cycling experience required. The initiative will…