Workspace report says UAE is on track to become global hybrid working hub

A new report by Workspace, the Middle East’s leading trade show for workplace technology and solutions, claims the UAE is on track to become a global hybrid working hub with in-demand talent now prioritising hybrid workplaces as an employment deal breaker. Exploring the region’s changing workplace landscape and how organisations are adapting, the report references the results […]

KPMG Report: Bold people strategies are crucial in achieving competitive edge in HR

Optimizing people management has been a common pursuit for organizations worldwide, often achieved by leveraging best practices and drawing insight from others in the field. In its latest publication, The future of HR: Lessons from pathfinders, KPMG explores how HR professionals around the world are dealing with disruption and their organizations. The report explores six […]

Edtech startup RiseBack appoints to Norita Rahmat to spearhead Malaysian operations

RiseBack, the world’s first affordable EdTech platform, has announced its launch in Malaysia, with Siti Norita appointed as the Country Manager for the region. Norita brings with her extensive experience in business development, venture funding, and marketing, making her well-suited to lead RiseBack’s expansion efforts in the country. Dr.Tausif Malik, American Indian founder said that […]

DEWA initiates pilot use of ChatGPT to enhance the capabilities of Rammas, its virtual employee

After launching it last February, and as part of its strategy to employ Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies across all its operations and services, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced the pilot use of ChatGPT, since April 2023, on its website through Rammas, DEWA’s virtual employee, to enhance customer experience. “The wise leadership pays great […]

Charitable Institutions Commended for Supporting Student Education at Zayed University

Charitable institutions and organizations have today been praised at a special appreciation ceremony for donors who have provided ongoing contributions to the field of Higher Education at Zayed University (ZU), by supporting students with their educational needs. Among the initiatives supported in the 2022/2023 academic year was the provision of monthly stipends to 346 students […]

Echo360 Launches Innovative EdTech SaaS Platforms Across Echosystem

Echo360, the most comprehensive, global, SaaS-based EdTech platform for creating, delivering, and measuring learning engagement outcomes in any learning environment, builds on its DNA of EdTech innovation today by launching EchoPoll™, a revolutionary new learning engagement platform for education and business, and continuing to deliver significant enhancements to its EchoVideo™ and ExamView™ platforms.   With EchoPollTM the company builds on […]

VIDIZMO Offers Next-Generation Learning Content Management System (LCMS) for Enterprises

VIDIZMO, a leading solution provider for enterprise video content management, digital evidence management, and redaction, has constantly been enhancing its Learning Content Management System (LCMS) capabilities to be at the forefront for helping organizations efficiently train their employees. Online training is becoming a growing need in today’s digital world. Modern organizations no longer need traditional […]

Pearson Appoints Tony Prentice Chief Product Officer

Pearson [FTSE: PSON.L], the world’s leading learning company, today announced the appointment of Tony Prentice as Chief Product Officer (CPO) and co-president of Direct to Consumer. Prentice will report to CEO Andy Bird overseeing the development of the company’s product strategies and roadmaps. Prentice brings to the role more than 25 years of experience in consumer-led product management in companies, […]

GCC’s biggest online medical education platform Healthvarsity launched

Healthvarsity LLC, the GCC region’s biggest online learning platform for health professionals, using AI and blockchain technology, was launched in Dubai today by one of the region’s pioneers in healthcare and medical education. Headquartered and registered in Dublin, Ireland, Healthvarsity is the brainchild of Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Healthvarsity and Thumbay Group, the […]

NYU Abu Dhabi Annual Inclusion Conference brings together diverse perspectives to address inclusion in education

NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) in collaboration with Special Olympics UAE and the Applied & Behavioral Training Institute (ABTI) will host the Annual Inclusion Conference on Sunday, May 7 at the NYUAD Conference Center. The conference, formerly known as the Autism Inclusion Conference, is open to the public and brings together families, caregivers, educators, leading professionals, […]