“The 2026 edition closed with a clear message: safeguarding communities against increasingly complex risks will require sustained international collaboration and shared leadership. Attention turns to Dubai, UAE, host of the World Fire Congress 2028.”

Across six countries, people facing conflict, the effects of climate change, and economic hardship described prosperity as something shared, not as individual wealth or material success. That collective view is among the central findings of What It Means to Prosper, a new report from Prosper Global drawing on 396 individual and group conversations with more than 1,100 people in Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Indonesia, Kenya, Syria, and Ukraine.

The Book Business for Good: The Power to Create Change addresses this question. Written by Rui (Juliet) Zhu, Professor of Marketing and Director of the Research Department on ESG and Social Innovation at Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB), the book defines Business for Good as integrating social value into an enterprise’s core strengths so that social progress can also generate commercial value. Rather than treating responsibility as something done only after profits are made, it argues that solving real social problems can be built into the business itself.

Hisense concludes IFA 2026 with recognition across home entertainment and appliance categories, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and technological excellence. The Hisense Soundbar UX1 and Multi-Function II Series were recognized as Winners, while the U8 Air Master Air Conditioner, X-zone Master, 116UXS MiniLED TV, UR8 TV, Laser Projector XR10, W60 3D Kitchen-fit Series and 60cm Integrated Wine Cabinet were among the products recognized as Honorees.

Central Pattana celebrates the first anniversary of Central Park Shopping Centre (Central Park Bangkok), marking a significant milestone for its world-class retail destination in the heart of Bangkok and unveiling its next ambition: “Bangkok’s World Stage” – positioning Central Park Bangkok as a global platform that connects Bangkok with international brands, creativity, culture and audiences. In its first year, Central Park Bangkok welcomed more than 25 million visits, including over 10 million visits from international tourists, placing the destination among the top-tier performers in Central Pattana’s portfolio. Located at the strategic intersection of Silom–Rama IV, overlooking Lumpini Park, Central Park Bangkok was conceived as a destination shaped specifically for Bangkok. Its first year has demonstrated the potential of next-generation retail to go beyond shopping by bringing together new-to-market concepts, cultural experiences, world-class design and the everyday lifestyles of the city’s people.

Aircom today announced the elevation of Khurram Chaudhry from Vice President Product & Engineering to General Manager & CTO, giving him overall responsibility for the Aircom business. Khurram has been part of the TEOCO group since 2016 and most recently led Product Management & Engineering for Aircom. His new mandate expands beyond product and technology to encompass the overall direction and performance of the Aircom business, bringing together its technology heritage, customer priorities and future growth strategy.

“The world needs a WHO it can count on, that means decisions grounded in science and transparency; an Organization that is prepared before crises strike and decisive when they do; and a WHO that turns universal health coverage from a global commitment into something people experience in their everyday lives.”

As a landmark energy transition project for Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the plant will replace conventional fuel oil power generation with natural gas. Upon completion, it is expected to cut carbon dioxide emissions by over 5 million tons annually. Rumah 2: A Beam of Light in the Desert takes viewers behind the scenes of this major energy project, following the journey of a 253-ton gas turbine from transportation to final installation.

RAMINVEST HOLDING today announced the next phase of its Mauritania gold exploration programme at the Wompou Gold Project, where sampling returned assay values of up to 50.14 g/t gold and six priority targets, designated T-01 to T-06, have been defined for first-pass drill testing. Wompou covers 446 km² in the Mauritanides Belt and is held through the Group’s subsidiary in Mauritania under Exploration Permit 2265B2. The statistical work identified a strong arsenic-gold correlation (R = 0.989) supporting the use of arsenic as a pathfinder element in target definition. The programme is designed to test the continuity, geometry, grade distribution and potential scale of the mineralised system.

baraka launches investments on DFM and ADX for UAE investors Eligible customers can invest in companies listed on Dubai Financial Market and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange through baraka, with local investments funded in AED. More than 70% of baraka investors are under 35, highlighting the growing participation of younger investors in regional capital markets. UAE-listed companies join nearly 10,000 local and global assets available through one baraka account. Investor Number issuance is supported through baraka’s onboarding flow, removing the need for a separate application outside the platform. The launch forms part of baraka’s evolution into a broader investment platform spanning local and international securities, Shariah-compliant investment choices and precious metals.

Toku Technology L.L.C., its first in-country entity in the Middle East, marks the next phase of a regional expansion that began in December 2025. The subsidiary allows Toku to contract, invoice and receive payment locally, giving enterprise buyers across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) a straightforward way to procure directly from a partner on the ground. The Group is currently participating in a number of tenders in the region, working alongside a regional partner.

Clean hydrogen is no longer a future bet – it is being built now. According to the Hydrogen Council’s Global Hydrogen Compass 2026, released today, committed investment has surpassed USD 130 billion, corresponding to 6.9 Mtpa of committed capacity across more than 570 projects worldwide, 90% of which are under construction or already operational. The new report, co-authored with McKinsey & Company and informed by the perspectives of some 70 global CEOs, highlights continued industry progress alongside a changing strategic context.

The 15th ZTE Global Summit & User Congress officially opened in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, co-located for the first time with the GSMA M360 ASEAN. Ministerial leaders from Malaysia, the Chinese Ambassador, GSMA leadership, global operator executives, and industry partners jointly explored network evolution, AI-driven innovation, and digital economy prosperity. ZTE showcases full-scenario AI network solutions, the TCO-optimal AI Factory, and innovative AI devices, mapping out an end-to-end commercial roadmap.

CyberHero, the world’s first global humanoid robot sports league, launched in Riyadh on September 9, with host Hero Esports announcing plans for an inaugural season spanning eight cities worldwide. The inaugural Riyadh event marked the first in the new CyberHero series, offering a preview of the competition format, personalities, and broader vision for a new global robot sports property.

The app brings together Wizz Financial’s technology capabilities with the scale, reach and trust of its India network, which serves more than 5 million customers through more than 360 branches across 22 states. Through the app, customers can access inward and outward remittances, foreign exchange, multi-currency prepaid cards, lending solutions, UPI for global users to India and bill payments, mobile recharges, and travel and visa services.

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Wizz Financial today unveiled the Wizz Financial App at Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026, bringing a comprehensive range of financial services together on a single digital platform. The app combines Wizz Financial’s technology capabilities with the scale, reach and trust of Wizzmoni, which serves more than 5 million customers through more than 360 branches across 22 states in India. Through the app, customers can access inward and outward remittances, foreign exchange, multi-currency prepaid cards, lending solutions, UPI for global users to India and bill payments, mobile recharges, and travel and visa services.

LG’s ‘Life’s Good Wayyak’ delivered over 92 million impressions across MBC1, MBC Shahid, and social media in Saudi Arabia. The branded entertainment series highlighted real human stories and home transformations, integrating LG technology seamlessly into everyday experiences. With a strong debut on MBC1, the show reached over 921,000 unique TV viewers and achieved a 74.7% completion rate. On MBC Shahid, cumulative viewership reached 198,754 plays, surpassing the campaign benchmark by 98%. The series successfully showcased LG’s Life’s Good philosophy and resonated with audiences across multiple platforms.

Flow Guard Solutions develops affordable, AI-powered smart water meters designed to help address water scarcity by identifying leaks and reducing unnecessary water loss. Using ultrasonic sensing and AI, the system monitors water use in real time, identifies unusual consumption patterns and enables remote monitoring and shut-off, helping utilities, municipalities and property managers prevent costly leaks and better manage water consumption. Flow Guard’s technology was developed at KAUST and the company was incubated by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture. Its participation in the EF Hult Prize was supported by Monsha’at through sponsorship and by Arweqah Alreyadah through mentorship.”Winning the EF Hult Prize gives us the opportunity to take our early contracts into city-scale deployments,” said Omar Khalifa, co-founder and CTO of Flow Guard Solutions. “We started Flow Guard because water scarcity is a global problem, and desalinating and treating water requires enormous amounts of energy. That means a leak nobody sees costs both families and communities, yet there have been few tools to help people protect their homes and their wallets. We’ve deployed our technology in homes and seen the impact ourselves: preventing leak damage and bringing water bills back in line with actual usage. Now, we want to keep going until that impact is measured in billions of liters of water saved and homes protected around the world.”

“We wanted Comfortable Anywhere to feel real. Not perfectly planned or overly polished,” said Krissie Millan, Chief Marketing Officer at Cole Haan. “Christian and Jenny bring a sense of humor to everyday moments that made them perfect for this campaign. They know how to keep things in perspective, which feels very Cole Haan.”