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Image: Supplied Registrations opened Tuesday for Dubai Yoga, the inaugural mass community yoga session and a new flagship event of the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC), scheduled for November 30 at Zabeel Park. The event will bring together thousands of participants of all ages and abilities for a sunset yoga session against the backdrop of the Dubai Frame, marking the final flagship event of the ninth edition of the citywide fitness initiative. Participation is free, with dedicated zones for families, People of Determination, and participants at all experience levels. “Dubai Fitness Challenge continues to evolve, inspiring millions to embrace fitness in…
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Parts of San Rafael, a city just north of San Francisco, are sinking about half an inch per year. That might not sound like much, but altogether, it has meant that some neighborhoods — like the Canal District that borders the bay — have sunk three feet, placing them at greater risk of flooding from sea-level rise. San Rafael isn’t alone. Cities around the world are threatened by rising sea levels, with 300 million people at risk of routine flooding by 2050. The cost of building seawalls to hold the waters back could top $400 billion in the U.S. alone.…
This year, TechCrunch Disrupt showcased the incredible talent and groundbreaking ideas of our 2025 Startup Battlefield 200 cohort. Out of thousands of applications, we selected 200 of the most promising startups, each bringing unique innovations to their respective industries. The competition culminated in an electrifying event where these startups had the opportunity to pitch and demonstrate their solutions live over three days. From the top 20 finalists, TechCrunch editorial selected the top five companies that then battled it out for the $100,000 equity-free prize money and the coveted Disrupt Cup. The well-deserved win went to Glīd, with a strong runner-up,…
SoftBank and OpenAI announced a new 50-50 joint venture this week to sell enterprise AI tools in Japan under the brand “Crystal Intelligence.” On paper, it’s a straightforward international expansion deal. But SoftBank’s role as a major investor in OpenAI is raising questions about whether AI’s biggest deals are creating real economic value or just moving money in circles. On TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha and AI editor Russell Brandom break down why this deal has people skeptical, and what it signals about the sustainability of AI’s current investment model. Listen to the full episode to hear about: What Box CEO Aaron Levie had to say about whether we’re in an…
Georg Fischer AG is strengthening its long-term commitment to the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT) as the region undergoes rapid economic diversification and infrastructure expansion. At Big 5 Global, taking place in Dubai from November 24–27 (Booth 3B151, Hall 3), GF will present its full range of flow solutions across Buildings, Industry, and Infrastructure — reflecting its expanded regional strategy and enhanced local presence. “The region is pursuing one of the world’s most ambitious development programs, where sustainable water management is key to realising this vision,” says Michael Rauterkus, executive committee member of GF and president of GF…
Parkin Company, Dubai’s largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services, reported strong operational and financial results for the third quarter ended 30 September 2025, marking another period of sustained growth and expansion across its portfolio. Key Highlights (Q3 2025 vs. Q3 2024) • Total revenues: Dhs343.3m (up 43 per cent)• EBITDA: Dhs199.8m (up 36 per cent) with a 58 per cent margin• Net profit: Dhs157m (up 50 per cent)• Net addition: approximately 11,700 new parking spaces (up 6 per cent)• Parking transactions: 34.1 million (up 0.4 per cent)• Average public parking utilisation: 21.3 per cent (down 5.1 percentage…
Image: Getty Images/ For illustrative purposes Etihad Airport Services (EAS), the Abu Dhabi-based aviation services company handling ground handling, cargo and logistics and security operations, has rebranded under a unified identity, Velora, the company announced on Thursday. The move brings together multiple operational divisions — ground handling, cargo & logistics, and security services — under the Velora brand, a strategic step geared towards increased integration, improved efficiency and stronger customer focus. Velora to unify services under one umbrella Jubran AlBreiki, CEO of Velora, said: “The launch of Velora marks a significant milestone as we build on four decades of excellence…
Image: Amazon Amazon.ae has announced its six-day 11.11 sale event featuring millions of deals and faster delivery options, including 15-minute service on everyday essentials, as the e-commerce platform seeks to capitalise on one of the year’s biggest shopping periods in the Middle East. The 11.11 sale will run from November 7 to 12, with early deals already live on the platform, Amazon said. The event will span all product categories from electronics and fashion to groceries and home goods, with discounts reaching up to 60 per cent on select items. Amazon Now, the company’s rapid delivery service, has seen daily…
Image: IHC International Holding Company (IHC) reported a 32.3 per cent rise in revenue to Dhs84.6bn for the first nine months of 2025, driven by operational efficiency and a diversified investment portfolio, the Abu Dhabi-based conglomerate said on Wednesday. Net profit increased 8.3 per cent year-on-year to Dhs19.5bn, while profit before tax rose 15.7 per cent to Dhs21.7bn. Total assets climbed 15.0 per cent year-to-date to Dhs462.1bn, supported by organic growth and strategic acquisitions. In the third quarter alone, IHC recorded revenue of Dhs29.9bn, up 34.6 per cent year-on-year, and profit after tax of Dhs8.7bn, a 53 per cent increase.…