Bank AlJazira offers app for Windows platform

Updated 09 February 2013
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Bank AlJazira offers app for Windows platform

Bank AlJazira (BAJ) has announced the success of its mobile App, AlJazira Smart, on Microsoft Windows Phone 8 as part of its ongoing quest to maintain the leadership it achieved in providing innovative electronic banking services besides the commitment to use the latest information and communication technologies to improve customer access to the bank's leading products and services.
This unprecedented launch comes after BAJ became the first Saudi bank to introduce a banking application for Android. The new app will be available for download on Windows 8 mobile phones, tablets and PCs enabling customers to enjoy a suite of BAJ's leading banking services 24/7 wherever they are around the world.
Khalid Al-Othman, senior vice president and head of retail banking group at BAJ, said Windows Phone 8 is the latest version of the globally leading operating system from Microsoft and it will provide similar user experiences on multiple devices such as all new Windows 8 desktops and laptops, Windows 8 tablets from Microsoft and other manufactures and Windows 8 mobile phones from Nokia, Samsung, HTC and Huawei.
Al-Othman adds: "This launch comes as a result of our commitment to take our customer service to the highest level and enhance their experience using the best and latest technologies. Being the first Saudi bank to introduce banking services on Windows Phone 8 through our electronic channel, AlJazira Smart is the first Saudi bank to do it for Android market besides being available on Apple Store."
By offering this app, BAJ continues in its path of providing leading technology services and reassures its commitment toward offering its customers with the latest and best banking technologies, enabling them to use BAJ's services conveniently and securely wherever they are and on all popular platforms.

 


31st Dubai Shopping Festival kicks-off with star-studded concerts, unique experiences

Updated 12 December 2025
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31st Dubai Shopping Festival kicks-off with star-studded concerts, unique experiences

The 31st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival, the world’s longest-running annual retail celebration of its kind, launched with an unforgettable opening weekend, with dazzling live performances, shows and events. 

Running until Jan. 11, the DSF extravaganza is transforming Dubai into a vibrant hub of unbeatable shopping deals,  and immersive entertainment, drawing millions of visitors to experience the city’s unmatched blend of retail innovation, culture, and global flair.

Kicking off the festivities in spectacular style, the opening weekend saw high-energy concerts, captivating family entertainment, and cutting-edge visual displays, which set the tone for a 38-day season of wonder, excitement and family entertainment.

e& DSF Nights

Adding style and glamor to the weekend, international icon Nora Fatehi dazzled audiences at e& DSF Nights, the daily celebrations that will be held at Dubai Festival City Mall. Famed for her high-energy dance performances and infectious rhythms, Fatehi’s live show wowed fans on Dec. 6, at the mall’s scenic Festival Bay. The venue showcased stunning fireworks complementing an evening of cultural vibrancy and celebration. 

As part of the broader e& DSF Nights series, the event featured interactive zones, waterfront attractions, and free public installations, creating an inclusive and unforgettable experience for all ages.

Hatta mountain experiences

DSF will also feature an exciting and immersive mountain experience at Hatta Wadi Hub for the second year in a row, featuring Candlelight Concerts by Fever, Dinner in the Sky, and the Roxy Dome Cinema.

Candlelight Concerts by Fever

Experience a magical outdoor candlelight concert series for all to enjoy with incredible music from Vivaldi to Coldplay against the stunning backdrop of the Hatta mountains. Tickets are on sale for 70 dirhams ($28). Kids eight years and below are welcome to join the children’s concert taking place on Dec. 13 for free.

Dinner in the Sky

This elevated experience will debut at the Hatta mountains for a scenic meal in the clouds like no other. Perched 50 meters above ground, experience a stunning dinner for 300 dirhams.

Breathtaking shows 

Elevating the spectacle further, DSF will unveil its new Drone and Pyro Show, a mesmerizing technological marvel featuring more than 1,000 drones, including 100 pyro drones, across two nightly displays. Fusing art and innovation, these breathtaking shows will illuminate the city skyline with color and creativity, symbolizing Dubai’s visionary and future-forward spirit. A Dubai-inspired soundtrack by legendary composer Hans Zimmer will be used for the drone display, where thousands of synchronized drones will dance through the night sky, transforming the city skyline into a cinematic symphony of light and sound.

Tickets for e& DSF Nights are now available to purchase via Platinumlist.net. Fans are urged to secure their seats early before they sell out. Two additional A-list concerts at Coca-Cola Arena and e& DSF Nights will soon be announced, adding to the festival’s star-studded entertainment lineup.