BUSINESS & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
By Shereen Shabnam When I look back at my time in Portugal, what comes to mind is the medieval castles, palaces, hilltop castles, picturesque cobblestone villages, bustling towns and great food. My favourite time was sitting in the open-air cafes, watching the locals while enjoying freshly baked bread, delicious fried sardines served with sauces of... Continue Reading →
By Shereen Shabnam One of the most memorable trips I have taken as a motoring enthusiast was to Gramado, a tiny mountain resort that has the Hollywood Car Museum and a place for super car driving experiences. The town is like a Swiss mountain village with boutiques selling avant-garde glasswork, gourmet chocolate and has some... Continue Reading →
Revel in picturesque views while sipping signature coffee and tea blends and enjoying healthy snacks and desserts Spend quality time with your friends while relishing the beautiful views of Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai skyline, over a Healthy Afternoon Tea at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel. Guests can choose from the curated... Continue Reading →
By Shereen Shabnam My favourite place to be in Dubai is the Shangri-La Hotel, my perfect sanctuary during these trying times for fitness and relaxation, delicious dining and premium wellness and leisure facilities. EVery morning I start my day at the wellness area and while people close to me wish it was more in the... Continue Reading →
Zakeer Hussain popularly known as ‘Zak Zorro’ releases his latest album ‘Afrolina’ today on June15, 2021. The homegrown artist will reveal an original album with 11 distinct dance tracks namely ‘Carolina’, ‘Maria’, ‘Dubai Way’, ‘Killempa’, ‘Chikka’, ‘Oley’, ‘African Lady’, ‘Somebody’, ‘Dil Pe’, ‘Superhero’ and ‘Call my Name.’ With this album, Zak Zorro gets the unique... Continue Reading →
Shereen Shabnam We love to experience authentic Swiss hospitality every year in different parts of Switzerland and recently we found a slice of this in the heart of Dubai at the Revier Hotel in Business Bay. It was perfect for a weekend getaway with the family as we got to enjoy the Swiss ambience while... Continue Reading →
Dr Sanjay Tolani, MD & CEO, Goodwill World. Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or someone who recently started their business? These smart decisions can help you seize growth opportunities and unlock success. Business owners sometimes find themselves in situations where they’re not in complete control; instead, they feel controlled by their finances which they are... Continue Reading →
Powerful VR headsets, software, platform and services geared to enterprise HTC VIVE, the global leader in premium virtual reality (VR), today set a new benchmark for business VR, bringing 5K resolution and a 120-degree field of view as standard to the new VR headsets announced. “VIVE Focus 3 heralds a new era of business VR... Continue Reading →
Versatile luxury scarves that are face coverings, fashion accessories & more At last, The House of BAYLANDI is delighted to open its newest “maison” in Dubai, indulging the gulf region with its exquisite and timeless collections. Nestled in the iconic Habtoor Palace, this temple of Parisian chic and functional fashion is now yours to discover.... Continue Reading →
Demand will be strong for social events and concerts, especially with immersive technologies, as restrictions are being lifted New research commissioned by Epson, the leading global projector manufacturer[1], reveals there will be a strong ‘bounce back’ for the events industry as restrictions are being lifted in the Middle East. The research, which was announced at... Continue Reading →
Alliance to set up AI-powered financial wellness platform in the MENA region The Social Loan Company (TSLC), a Singapore-based AI/ML-powered cutting-edge big data-driven credit enablement platform company, has forged a transformational partnership with Aafaq Islamic Finance to set up a trend-setting non-bank, mobile-first loan platform to deliver financial access to the underserved young digital natives... Continue Reading →
On June 1st, 2021, Saudi home furnishing brand, aura Living, opened its newest store at The Dubai Mall. Upholding aura’s commitment to offer international designs redefined to suit the unique wants and needs of Middle Eastern customers, aura continues to expand its presence in the region. Located on the lower ground floor of the mall... Continue Reading →
Turkish Airlines, flying to more countries than any other airline, increased the frequency of its Dubai to Turkey route to three daily flights to its Istanbul hub which connects travelers to over 300 destinations worldwide while maintaining the utmost care for a safe and healthy travel experience. The new flight will start to operate from... Continue Reading →
New Wi-Fi 6E Access Points Leverage 6 GHz Band to Deliver Greater Performance, Lower Latency, and Faster Data Rates to Support High-Bandwidth Applications and Use Cases Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company (NYSE: HPE), today announced the market’s first enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6E solution set – the 630 Series of campus access points (APs), starting with... Continue Reading →
With this Integration Joint Customers Reap the Benefit of End-to-End Security and Superior User Experience Throughout Enterprises’ Cloud On-ramp and Cloud Journey Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), a global leader in broad, integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions, today announced an integration of the company’s industry leading Fortinet Secure SD-WAN to the Google Cloud Network Connectivity Center (NCC).... Continue Reading →
The impressive all-new KONA Electric By Shereen Shabnam We had the pleasure to drive for a week the ground-breaking first Electric compact SUV, the KONA Electric which is an uncompromising newcomer that combines bold, roomy SUV with impressive electric driving range. KONA Electric’s distinctive, confident and unique style sets it apart from the crowd. Exterior ... Continue Reading →
By: Craig Sanderson, Vice President of Security Products at Infoblox The Infoblox Q1 2021 Cyber Threat Intelligence Report provides original research and insight into threats we observed leading up to and including this period of time. During Q1 2021, the Infoblox Cyber Intelligence Unit (CIU) has published original research reports on campaigns delivering Valyria Trojan... Continue Reading →
With a rich history in innovation and crystal cutting, Swarovski charges ahead with its next chapter—a bold vision that celebrates crystal in all its forms. Regarded as fundamental in the worlds of design, science, fashion and entertainment and as an innovator, the new Swarovski debuts with a joyful universe that invites you to ‘ignite your... Continue Reading →
Mountainous region’s lakes offer breathtaking scenery to nature lovers The Canton of Vaud, in the Lake Geneva region, is the perfect place to enjoy a road trip on your next holiday. With its breathtaking scenery of winding roads through the mountain valleys, it offers a natural escape from city life, for a romantic break or... Continue Reading →
ZOR at the Pointe on the Palm brings hearty flavours to Dubai By Shereen Shabnam Before the summer heat came upon us, we headed to the Palm Jumeirah to explore the Pointe and sample delicacies at ZOR, which means Excellent! In Uzbek. Sitting outdoors in the evening meant we had front row views of the... Continue Reading →
Barracuda, a trusted partner and leading provider of cloud-enabled security solutions, today released key findings from a report titled The state of application security in 2021. Commissioned by Barracuda, the research surveyed 750 application security decision makers responsible for their organization’s application development and security to get their perspectives on data breaches, top application security vulnerabilities, and the most important product capabilities needed to defend... Continue Reading →
On May 24th, the UAE’s leading inspirational homewares brand, Dwell celebrated the launch of the Coach House Furniture and Decor Collection online and in select UAE store locations. The elegant and stylish Coach House Furniture and Decor Collection feature a myriad of diverse pieces spanning from traditional to contemporary furniture, lighting, design-led accessories, artificial floral,... Continue Reading →
The untold story of a homegrown brand, a beacon of Emirati hospitality Erth, a unique landmark destination for warm Emirati hospitality, cuisine and recreation, revealed its new identity at the 2021 Arabian Travel Market today. Erth, formerly Armed Forces Officers Club and Hotel (AFOCH), turns another chapter in the enduring legacy of the Founding Father... Continue Reading →
Officials to highlight key national attractions and plans for the participation at the upcoming Expo Dubai The Republic of San Marino for the first time ever will showcase the unique attractions and heritage in the UAE during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) and will offer insights about the country's participation at the upcoming Dubai Expo... Continue Reading →
Icecap, LLC, the first company to offer diamonds via NFT “token” technology, has moved its headquarters to Dubai within DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Center) and has launched a line of high-end diamond and jewelry collectibles. The tokenized “Icecap Collectibles” will include very high-end, natural diamonds in red, yellow, green and other colors, plus unique finished... Continue Reading →
Line Investments & Property (LIP)malls plan Ramadan and Eid campaigns across the Northern Emirates The shopping mall and management division of Lulu Group International, Line Investments & Property (LIP) announce Ramadan and Eid promotions at RAK Mall, Lulu Mall Fujairah and Mall of Umm Al Quwain, with the mall tenants offering exciting products and Ramadan... Continue Reading →
Novotel World Trade Centre organised a special evening to launch their roster of activities which will be rolled out throughout the month of Ramadan The mood of the evening was set by the masterpieces created by the artists of Funun Arts. The paintings interpreted the theme, “Sahar: Let’s begin the Holy Month of Ramadan with... Continue Reading →
Infovista, the global leader in network lifecycle automation, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Empirix, a Thoma Bravo portfolio company. The combined company becomes the only independent software vendor providing both Communications Service Providers (CSPs) and Enterprises with a carrier-grade, cloud-native network lifecycle automation platform designed for the 5G era. Empirix is a... Continue Reading →
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, a leading digital-age networking solutions provider announces the general availability of two new Wi-Fi 6 certified access points: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar AP1311 entry level premium model, and the Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar AP1301 entry level base model. These new indoor access points provide powerful WLAN capacity, based on the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, and... Continue Reading →
Mindware, one of the leading Value Added Distributors (VADs) in the Middle East and Africa, today announced that it has signed an agreement with ESET, a global leader in information security software, to offer the entire suite of the vendor’s business products to enterprises across the Middle East. This builds on the existing partnership between... Continue Reading →
Silicon Central, designed by Design International, opens its doors to the public of Dubai who will experience the latest Lulu hypermarket, a new 9,000 sqm flagship store by Lulu Group. The project, already considered a new landmark in Dubai, represents a step forward in the now well-established collaboration between Design International and Line Investments &... Continue Reading →
] Leading premium sneaker care brand Crep Protect have unveiled their first standalone retail store, located within the world’s largest store of authentic footwear for Women, Men and Kids, Level Shoes, in The Dubai Mall. Taking the next step in the ever-expanding empire of shoe care and retail innovation, the brand continues to disrupt the... Continue Reading →
Nandakumar Vijayan, Director of Marketing & Communications of Lulu Group International Publicity Pundit, Nandakumar Vijayan, Director of Marketing and Communications of Lulu Group International has a gift when it comes to awareness campaigns in retail at a global level. Spearheading the global marketing, communications, CSR initiatives, digital and social media of LuLu Group which operates... Continue Reading →
Mobile and web digital footprints to detect fraud and credit risk using big data, machine learning algorithms, artificial intelligence and sophisticated algorithms Qarar, a leading regional credit risk and decision analytics company, announces a new partnership with CredoLab, the most seamless, transparent, and accurate alternative-data credit risk scoring provider in the market today. Lenders often... Continue Reading →
Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, is hosting the world’s largest Banksy exhibition supported by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture). “The World of Banksy” will be the largest Banksy exhibition in the world, revealing 120 recreated pieces of Banksy’s most... Continue Reading →
