In anticipation of their participation at Gulfood 2017, Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) hosted a seminar highlighting the healthy Japanese diet, characteristics of authentic Japanese products and the fusion of these ingredients in World Cuisine. Inaugurated by His Excellency Hisashi Michigami, the Consul General of Japan in Dubai, the event provided a platform to promote traditional Japanese ingredients and better explore trade prospects with guests from the food and hospitality industry. Speakers included Mr. Junji Nakao, Director JETRO Dubai and Mr. Masami Ando, Managing Director JETRO Dubai and MENA, with live cooking demonstrations and an in-depth look at the health benefits of Japanese cuisine by self-taught cook, food-writer and author Mrs. Fiona Uyema and the history of genuine Wagyu beef by specialty beef expert, Mr. Tetushisa Hagiwara.

With the global boom in the domain world, the industry has seen an unprecedented growth in the past 30 years with over 300 Million domains registered. The annual domain industry revenue is about USD 2.7 Billion to USD 3 Billion, from which approximately USD 450 Million to USD 500 Million is achieved through aftermarket sales. To introduce the burgeoning Domain market and the vast business scope, YUP2 Events LLC in association with World Domain Owners Association, has announced GCC's first ever International Domain Industry Conference in Dubai to be held at Hotel Radisson Blu on the 23^rd and 24^th April, 2016.

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Free Zone Council, and H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Chairman of the World Free Zones Organization (WFZO), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at establishing a framework for cooperation in exchanging expertise and knowledge, organizing seminars and courses, and developing work in Dubai’s free zones.

Professional Communication Corporation - Nedaa, a trusted and reliable choice in the field of wireless communication supply in Dubai and Northern Emirates, has been named as the exclusive wireless communications provider for the World Government Summit, the primary global forum dedicated to shaping the future of government worldwide, which will run from February 8 to February 10, 2016 at the Madinat Jumeirah. The corporation is expected to play a key role in the event’s aim of being a gateway to the future with its provision of TETRA mobile radios and a mobile base station during its exciting three day run—throwing the spotlight on the important role of modern technologies in communications and connectivity.

The organising committee of the fourth edition of The World Green Economy Summit (WGES) 2017has organised a press conference today (Thursday, 19th October, 2017) in Emirates Towers hotel to announce the completion of preparations for holding the summit as part of affirming the UAE’s efforts in sustainable development and supporting Dubai’s position as the global capital of green economy.

The organising committee of the fifth edition of The World Green Economy Summit (WGES) 2018 held a press conference today (Monday, 15th October) in Burj Al Arab to announce its readiness for holding the summit which support the UAE’s efforts in sustainable development and consolidates Dubai’s position as the global capital of green economy.

The annual World Green Economy Summit (WGES 2018) will be organised in Dubai to tackle global issues and important strategies, including the digital age and its impact on building a ‘green’ and sustainable future growth across industries. This was announced today by the organising committee of the fifth World Green Economy Summit ‘WGES 2018’.

The 11^th edition of The World Retail Congress (WRC) held under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced its three day programme, taking place from 4-6 April at Madinat Jumeriah in Dubai.

The 11^th edition of the World Retail Congress concluded with its annual World Retail Awards, held at Madinat Jumeirah under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The Congress was hosted in the Emirate for the second consecutive year in partnership with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

Executives in the Middle East will attend two intense days on the international front edge of leadership development, when Dubai – and the Middle East – host their first public Mastering Leadership workshop on May 1-2.

With the world’s greatest workouts, chart topping hits, international fitness stars and cutting edge audio-visual technology, Les Mills will be raising the roof at the Dubai World Trade Centre on December 8th 2018.

H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Director General of the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), has officially inaugurated the new office of Aerogen, a leading provider of acute care aerosol drug delivery for major hospitals in the world, in DAFZA. Joining the Director General were H.E. Jim Daly, Irish Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People; H.E. Paul Kavanagh, Ambassador of Ireland to the UAE and John Power, Founder and CEO of Aerogen, along with other Irish and DAFZA officials. The opening is part of Aerogen's continuing expansion efforts across the Middle East--aiming to ensure the availability of high-performance inhaling devices for healthcare providers in the region.     

The Museum of Illusions, the world’s fastest growing museum chain, is heading to Dubai – with its biggest edition yet poised for a September opening at the emirate’s Al Seef development located near the iconic Dubai Creek.

Hub Zero, the region’s first immersive gaming theme park by Meraas, today announced that it will recreate eight world-renowned game titles into thrilling and innovative theme park rides and attractions, as well as utilizing the latest in cutting-edge virtual technologies to bring the first and only wireless VR experience to the Middle East.

Dubai based startup, Black Cube Solutions, a frontier tech company, is poised to disrupt the learning and education sector by focusing on skill development and career progression through machine learning and artificial intelligence.

An emergency cash funding platform has been launched by two Dubai-based finance entrepreneurs aimed at helping UAE consumers to avoid entering a debilitating debt spiral by facilitating access to short term cash.

The premium American automotive brand, Cadillac, opened its doors last night to the world’s first Cadillac HOTEL, popping up in Dubai at this year’s edition of SOLE DXB. The official launch party was attended by some of the popular socialites and influencers from across the Middle East.

The iconic Burj Khalifa will be the world’s highest Football Live Scoreboard.

The iconic Burj Khalifa by global developer Emaar Properties in Dubai, which has the world’s tallest LED panel installed on its façade, is now the world’s highest Football Live Scoreboard.