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A Bahrain-based clinician presented insights into how the microbiome may influence eye health during the Saudi Ophthalmology Society Conference on Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Read the full brief →MBA researchers at Arabian Gulf University are examining the growth and sustainability challenges for startups in the Gulf Cooperation Council region. The work aims to identify factors influencing startup…
NBB has announced a strategic partnership with TerraPay aimed at enhancing cross-border payment capabilities. Details on scope, timeline, and expected impact were not disclosed in the provided feed.
A strategic partnership involving Bridgepoint, GFH and AIP Capital aims to build a commercial aircraft engines platform valued at over $1 billion. Details on structure, governance, and execution timelines are…
The Sustainability Future Lab has launched the University Net Zero Challenge as part of the 5th edition of the Sustainability Forum Middle East, scheduled for January 2027. Details on participation,…
Ahmed Jaafar Mohamed Ali, a Bahraini political opponent held in Bahrain’s Jau Prison since 2022, has filed a civil claim against INTERPOL at the Tribunal judiciaire de Lyon. A preliminary hearing occurred on…
Bahrain announces it will host the 11th edition of the MENA Angel Investors Summit in November, as reported by Biz Bahrain. The brief note confirms Bahrain as the event location and timing, with no additional…
Bahraini lender KFH–Bahrain announces the rollout of a fully digitized liquidity management solution that is Shari’a compliant, marking a milestone in digital Islamic finance within the Kingdom of Bahrain.…
Edamah, Bahrain's real estate arm of Mumtalakat, participated in the Forbes Global CEO Conference 2026 to discuss potential strategic partnerships and opportunities for Bahrain. Details of partnerships,…
Bahrain-based KFH–Bahrain signs a memorandum of understanding with stc Bahrain to broaden collaboration in digital corporate solutions, signaling continued cooperation between financial services and…
Bahrain Development Bank (BDB) has signed a memorandum of understanding with CrediMax to advance financing services for customers. The collaboration signals potential expanded financing options, though…
Tarabut announced a memorandum of understanding with Khaleeji Bank to advance digital banking capabilities. Details on scope, timelines, or specific technologies were not disclosed.
Bahraini authorities have rearrested at least nine men who had previously been released from prison under royal pardon, according to the Bahrain Institute for Rights and Democracy (BIRD) and Human Rights…
Bahrain hosts its first Swiss fintech delegation as part of Fintech Forward 2026, signaling potential collaboration in digital finance and financial services innovation. Details on outcomes or commitments…
Khaleeji Bank in Bahrain announced five memoranda of understanding aimed at expanding housing finance solutions and increasing homeownership options. Details on the MoUs, parties involved, and potential…
Diyar Al Muharraq and Al Baraka Islamic Bank announce a strategic memorandum of understanding aimed at expanding home financing options for Al Nuzha. Details of the agreement and potential program structures…
The Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers urged Serbia to strengthen steps to implement the European Court of Human Rights judgment in Ali v. Serbia (no. 4662/22, 25 March 2025) following a two-day…
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (ALBA) has been announced as a supporting partner for the Made in GCC 2026 inaugural forum and exhibition in Bahrain. The announcement confirms ALBA’s participation in the event,…
Bahrain’s BRCS hosted an “Impactful Volunteer” workshop aimed at broadening participants’ understanding of the Society’s mission and volunteerism. The event signals ongoing efforts to engage volunteers and…
Mastercard’s Dreamonomics report highlights a focus among SMEs in the East Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) region on growth, embracing new technologies, and strengthening cyber threat protection. The…
Bahrain’s Ministry of Social Development has endorsed AMAN in alignment with the country’s broader anti-financial crime agenda. The endorsement signals formal support at the ministry level within the ongoing…
Bahrain-based CrediMax introduces support for 33 currencies on its Cardy EX platform, aiming to enhance travel and shopping experiences for users.
A Memorandum of Understanding between General Assembly and Tanami aims to develop technical talent and facilitate integration into the labor market. Details on objectives, scope, and outcomes remain to be…
DHL announces a direct aviation lane between Bahrain and South Africa, reinforcing Bahrain’s role as a regional logistics hub.
Standard Chartered Foundation and Bahrain FinTech Bay have announced the winners of the seventh Women in Tech Accelerator cohort in Bahrain. Details of winners and cohort activities are not provided here.
A winner has been announced for NBB’s Thara’a Prize Account in Bahrain. Details about the winner, the prize terms, and eligibility were not disclosed in the material provided. The announcement underscores…
The Bahraini government reports the inauguration of EO Bahrain’s first headquarters by the Minister of Industry and Commerce, described as a milestone for entrepreneurship in Bahrain.
Several leading industry players have joined Fintech Forward 2026 as Platinum Sponsors, underscoring the event’s expanding influence within the fintech sector. Details on sponsor identities and the event…
National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has announced the successful conclusion of the fifth edition of its EVOLVE Summer Internship Programme. Details on participant outcomes or future steps are not provided in the…
The President of Arabian Gulf University and the Director General of the General Directorate at the Council of Islamic Endowments Affairs discussed opportunities for cooperation in real estate investment,…
Atermes emphasizes that persistent surveillance is increasingly important for safeguarding critical infrastructure across GCC countries. The discussion points to enhanced monitoring capabilities and potential…
A major construction milestone has been achieved at Club Hawaii Bahrain Surf Park as lagoon filling is completed, signaling progress toward project development. Details on final timelines or regulatory…
Bahrain-based National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) announces an expansion of Thara’a winning chances ahead of the December 2026 grand draw, which awards two villas and USD 1,000,000. Details on eligibility and…
Bahrain International Airport has been recognized with three awards at the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards. Details on the awards and categories were not provided in the source. The announcement comes from…
Arabian Gulf University has begun its fourth surgical anatomy training course for fourth-year Doctor of Medicine students. Details about course content, outcomes, or participating faculties were not disclosed…
Vatel Bahrain teams up with Gulf Hotel Bahrain to host its second open day of 2026. Details on attendees, program, and outcomes were not provided in the available material.
The Bahrain Red Crescent Society has been accredited to deliver American Heart Association training programs, signaling a potential expansion of lifesaving training capacity within Bahrain. Details on…
Qatar Airways announces expansion of its global network, reaching more than 170 destinations for the upcoming winter season.
Batelco, via Beyon, partners with ila Bank to offer Easy Pay benefits on devices in Bahrain. The announcement notes a payment-enabled arrangement that may impact device purchases, though specific terms,…
Binance Bahrain announces expanded access to digital assets. Details are not provided here, and the announcement preserves uncertainty about scope and implementation.
Arabian Gulf University announced an introductory program intended for newly appointed faculty members. Details beyond the headline are not provided in the brief.
BENEFIT Bahrain concludes the fifth edition of its Masar Fintech Summer Internship Program, highlighting ongoing activity in Bahrain’s fintech ecosystem without providing additional details beyond the notice…
Bahrain’s government policy channel reports that the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) will hold its eighth edition in November 2028, following a reschedule. No further details on reasons, dates,…
A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Nasser Centre for Science and Technology and GARMCO, aiming to enhance vocational training initiatives. Details on scope, implementation, and impacts…
A study by researcher Al-Omari points to the role of digital transformation and artificial intelligence in enhancing the excellence and sustainability of Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector. The brief notes…
Bahrain's Baby? (BAB) reveals the judging panel for the second edition of its Digital Innovation Awards, highlighting global expertise in artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and fintech. The…
Bahrain-based Biz Bahrain reports a collaboration involving Formula 1, Disney, Pixar, and Mercedes-AMG to feature Disney-Pixar Cars imagery in Monza, including a special Mercedes-AMG Safety Car activation.…
Honor showcases its Alpha plan at LEAP 2026, introducing what it terms the world’s first robot phone and a refreshed brand direction centered on empowering bold, adventurous identity.
The Bahrain Bourse has concluded the first edition of its graduate training program, Emerging Talents. Details beyond this headline are not provided in the supplied material.
A new BCG report highlights the Gulf Cooperation Council as a leader in AI adoption, with 93% of frontline employees reportedly using AI on a weekly basis. The findings underscore rapid AI integration across…
BENEFIT announces an expansion of the GCC Credit Information Network via integration with Oman’s Mala’a (Oman Credit and Financial Information Centre). The move signals enhanced data sharing across the GCC…
The Executive Committee of MEOS GEO 2027 convened for its initial meeting in the Kingdom of Bahrain, as reported by Biz Bahrain. The release provides limited detail and does not specify outcomes, attendees,…
KFH-Bahrain is sponsoring the 13th edition of the Our Kids Are Gold campaign, focused on childhood cancer awareness. The announcement notes ongoing philanthropic involvement, with the sponsorship aligning…
Families across the Gulf now compare universities the way they once compared schools, and the shortlist usually comes down to three markets: Bahrain, the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Each has expanded its higher…
Bahrain has more than a dozen licensed universities packed into one of the smallest countries in the Gulf, so school leavers have genuine choice without leaving home. The options run from a heavily…
Finding the right support for a child with additional needs is one of the hardest school searches a family can face, and parents researching special needs schools in Bahrain quickly discover that the…
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned subsidiary of Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), continues to welcome visitors at SEVEN ABHA, its first entertainment destination, following the success…
LuLu Hypermarket, in collaboration with The Avenues – Bahrain, has launched the Bahraini Jumbo Loz Festival, a three-day celebration of Bahrain’s seasonal harvest taking place from 13 to 15 August 2026. The…
Khaleeji Bank, one of the leading Islamic banks in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has recently announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the British University of Bahrain (BUB) to provide…
(London), Today, the Bahraini government announced the revocation of citizenship from 69 individuals, describing them as being of “non-Bahraini origin” and accusing them of “sympathy with and glorification…
Last week, leading human rights organisations filed a request for UK sanctions against Bahrain’s Interior Minister, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, under the UK’s Global Human Rights…
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Business & InvestmentHARVE, a company specialising in the development and operation of hospitality and lifestyle experiences, has announced the launch of the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center Bahrain at Amwaj Islands, introducing a premier destination for tennis enthusiasts in the Kingdom of Bahrain, The new center will offer a comprehensive sporting experience through state of the art…
The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities, in collaboration with the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Kingdom of Bahrain, organised a concert entitled “Oud Night”, performed by Bahraini artist Mohammed Al Bakri and featuring Chinese oud player Dr. Joo Zhao. The concert took place at the Cultural Hall as part of […] The post Oud…
Foulath Holding, an industrial holding company with major steel investments and the parent company of Bahrain Steel and SULB, has concluded its participation as a Strategic Sponsor of the inaugural Made in GCC 2026 Forum and Exhibition, held from 6–8 October 2026 at Exhibition World Bahrain, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening GCC industrial…
Two defendants fined BD10,000 each in Tamkeen support fraud cases Two defendants have each been sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined BD10,000 in separate fake employment cases involving the alleged misuse of support funds provided by Bahrain’s Labour Fund (Tamkeen). The rulings were issued by the First High Criminal Court following complaints filed by…
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Business & InvestmentCYSEC GLOBAL is proud to present Bahrain’s biggest cybersecurity summit of the year, CYSEC MENA 2026, taking place on 14th October 2026 at The Art Hotel & Resort, Amwaj Islands, Bahrain. Marking the 25th Global Edition of CYSEC GLOBAL, the premier closed-door cybersecurity summit will bring together cyber governance leaders, CISOs, CIOs, cybersecurity VPs,…
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Potential for increased efficiency and broader adoption of digital liquidity tools within Bahrain’s Islamic banking sector and among regional lenders interested in compliant digital solutions.
Endorsement by the Ministry of Social Development could enable formal integration of AMAN within Bahrain’s anti-financial crime framework, with potential impact on oversight and program design.
A new direct air link could enhance cross-border trade and logistics efficiency in the Gulf region.
