Oxford ELLT Express enables eligible test takers to receive their English language test results within 12 working hours of completing all components of the Oxford ELLT. The service also provides same-day Speaking test appointments, letting students take a live speaking test with a human examiner with as little as two hours’ notice.

“My immediate priorities are to build a management team rooted in the UAE, to establish sound operating and governance systems, and to translate the Group’s technology and manufacturing capabilities into deliverable outcomes — based in the UAE, serving the GCC and reaching global markets,” said Dr. Al-Mansory.

STARTRADER today announced the launch of 31 new US Share CFDs and ETF CFDs, available on the trading platform from August 3 and on the STARTRADER app from August 5, spanning semiconductors, AI infrastructure, optical networking, and nuclear. The new instruments will reference companies and funds across hardware, power, and connectivity infrastructure in the technology sector.

Dr. Ali bin Amer Al Shidhani, Oman’s deputy minister for communications and information technology, toured Kingsoft Office’s booth at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and tested the company’s latest AI agents-Lingxi Professional and WPS Comate. Both sides discussed WPS’s integrated cloud-and-device architecture, how WPS 365 could meet data-security requirements for government and enterprise clients in the Middle East, and the outlook for AI office software adoption in Oman. Dr. Al Shidhani praised Kingsoft Office’s approach to enterprise AI—keeping it under control, and putting it to real use. He said he hopes to bring WPS’s AI tools into Oman’s telecommunications sector and government digitization efforts, and to deepen digital-industry ties across the Gulf.

Over 100 countries and territories will wear custom adidas national jerseys at the Esports Nations Cup (ENC), equipping every team competing across 16 of the world’s most popular esports titles. The inaugural four-week event is set to take place starting November 2, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. National team jerseys will be revealed in the coming weeks.

“WPS Office lets me draft something faster, then finish polishing it in a few clicks. It’s far more efficient than general AI tools,” said Nasser Almandhari, a UTAS student, citing the app’s translation feature in particular. “It gives me exactly what I want, and I don’t have to constantly switch between apps to get there.”

Rather than viewing the summer break as time away from learning, Dubai has turned it into an opportunity to strengthen prevention, discipline, safety awareness and positive values among young people through Dubai Police’s Hemaya International Centre. This year, the centre’s Summer Student Programme graduated 1,402 students from 31 nationalities, bringing the total number of graduates since 2018 to 10,792 students representing 175 nationalities. The initiative is part of Dubai’s wider vision of creating a safe, resilient and future ready society by investing in young people through preventive education, practical skills and community partnerships.

e& today announced its financial results for the first half of 2026 (H1 2026), delivering strong financial and business performance that reflects the Group’s ability to sustain growth across its home market and international operations. This performance was driven by a clear strategy focused on core businesses, comprehensive digital transformation, and accelerating AI-powered innovation. During the first six months of this year, e& recorded strong growth in its consolidated revenue, reaching AED 38.1 billion, representing an increase of 11.6 per cent year-on-year (YoY). Consolidated net profit reached AED 6.0 billion, marking YoY growth of 2.4 per cent, excluding the gain on the sale of Khazna and the impact of the Maroc Telecom (MT) settlement in 2025.

Building Intelligent Industries, Alif Holding is structured around two integrated platforms — intelligent software and intelligent equipment — and develops, integrates and manufactures AI systems in the UAE. Its business is centred on government and public-sector projects and mission-critical domains, spanning energy, oil and gas, ports, public safety, utilities, mining, transportation, smart cities and critical infrastructure, with systems engineered to meet the security, reliability and continuity standards required for government-grade deployments. Committed to technology neutrality and open architecture, and anchored in “Made in UAE” manufacturing, the Group is strongly aligned with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031; it will be based in the UAE, serve the GCC region and reach global markets.

Hoymiles, a global leader in smart solar and storage solutions, extends its partnership with Qssun, a leading renewable energy distributor in Saudi Arabia, to accelerate PV and energy storage deployment in Kuwait and the wider Gulf region. Centering around residential, commercial, and industrial applications, this strategic collaboration builds on the success in Saudi Arabia and reinforces Hoymiles’ commitment to delivering high-performance solar energy and storage solutions in the broader Gulf region.

“The strong market response to Millad ClearX™ 9000 validates the value this technology delivers for polypropylene manufacturers,” said Wim Van De Velde, EVP and managing director for Milliken’s plastic additives business. “Dedicated capacity strengthens our ability to support customers with reliable supply while providing the flexibility needed to support continued adoption of the technology.”

Geopolitical events this year have exposed the speed at which the financial picture shifts. Disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has shown how a single shock can set off repricing across energy markets, rate expectations, currencies, commodities and equities. For traders, keeping pace requires more than following headlines; it means understanding how volatility travels from one market to the next. This understanding must be grounded in credible reporting, rigorous analysis, expert insight and dependable data.

PR Newswire Expands AEO & GEO Brand Report to Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa Brand-level AI visibility intelligence empowers PR, marketing and investor relations teams to actively command their brand presence across the generative search landscape with a single end-to-end amplification platform.

LG expands its 2026 premium display portfolio with next generation high-resolution monitors built for ultimate immersion. The 2026 line-up introduces three premium monitors with resolutions at or above 5K, including a massive 52-inch panoramic screen and an award-winning 39-inch OLED display. Built to meet the growing demand for high-resolution setups, these monitors offer industry-leading refresh rates and sharp visual clarity.

As summer heat sets in across the UAE, LG shares how its DUALCOOL AI air conditioners help households stay cool without manual effort. DUALCOOL AI’s Dual Vane technology delivers two distinct airflows for cooling up to 23 percent faster, while its Long Air Flow reaches up to 22 metres across the room. The kW Manager, powered by AI in the LG ThinQ app, lets households set and automatically stay within a target for their air conditioner’s electricity use. A gentle Soft Air breeze and remarkably low noise operation round out a system built for comfort day and night, even during the hottest stretch of the year.

Under the banner of “Building Intelligent Industries”, the venture is structured around two integrated platforms:The intelligent equipment platform covers robotics and automation, advanced composite materials, and intelligent equipment and manufacturing. On the other hand, the intelligent software platform covers industrial AI, computer vision, AI agents and large language models, digital twin, and data and analytics.The Group’s business focus will be centered on government and public-sector projects, as well as mission-critical domains. Target industries include energy, oil and gas, ports, public safety, utilities, mining, transportation, smart cities and critical infrastructure. All related systems will be engineered to meet the security, reliability and continuity standards required for government-grade deployments.On the manufacturing front, the Group plans to establish engineering, assembly and production capabilities in Abu Dhabi, delivering on a “Made in UAE” proposition. Its development roadmap comprises four phases: acquiring proven global technologies, integrating them into a unified platform, manufacturing in the UAE to international standards, and scaling into regional and global markets. In terms of technology, the Group is committed to technology neutrality and open architecture, partnering with international AI, robotics, sensor, software, communications, and public safety and security technology companies.

Through this partnership, ELITE Solar becomes an Official Partner and Official Solar Panel Provider of Real Madrid, joining forces with a club recognized worldwide for its pursuit of excellence, innovation, and leadership. The collaboration reflects the shared values of both organizations and their commitment to creating a lasting positive impact on future generations.

LAU ranked third globally in SDG 1: No Poverty—up from the fifth position last year—thanks to its extensive scholarship and financial aid offering.In SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, it placed 19th—a testament to the many initiatives, programs, and curricula that significantly enhance graduates’ employability and access to economic opportunity.Another significant feat is its 24th placement in SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals, which illustrates the university’s reach through its broad network of local, national, and international collaborations.Overall, the institution secured the 55th position globally and the first rank nationally, demonstrating a steady rise since 2023, when it was placed in the 601-800 bracket, then in the 401-600 range in 2024, followed by a position in the 101-200 range last year.

“Artificial intelligence is entering its implementation decade. Countries are no longer asking whether AI can transform society; they are asking how it can be implemented responsibly, inclusively and at scale. The ITU’s AI for Good Lab will help turn proven ideas into national capabilities and measurable outcomes.”

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is a museum of modern and contemporary art and will be a space for encounter and exchange, promoting a more connected and diverse global community through art. The museum has a unique identity and vision, shaped by Abu Dhabi’s artistic landscape and designed to reflect the United Arab Emirates’ stories and beyond, encouraging curiosity among younger generations about modern and contemporary art.