Intelligent CIO Middle East Issue 91 | Page 9

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Astra Tech partners with Etihad Airways to enable travel bookings through Botim ultra-app

Astra Tech , a consumer technology holding group based in UAE signed a partnership with Etihad Airways , that will enable customers to book flights through BOTIM , the MENA region ’ s VoIP , Voice over Internet Protocol solution , which was recently relaunched as an ultra-app .

With this partnership , Astra Tech and Etihad are providing customers with a fresh and hassle-free approach to booking flights . Through the BOTIM GPT module developed by Astra Tech , flights and other travel-related services are integrated into the Botim app , offering a convenient and innovative way for customers to book Etihad flights .
The partnership aims to enhance the travel experience for customers by focusing on promotions and financing solutions , underscoring the companies ’ steadfast commitment to delivering innovative and customer-focused solutions that meet the evolving needs of today ’ s travellers .
Working together , Etihad and Astra Tech will provide customers with a comprehensive and integrated travel experience that simplifies the process of booking flights and accessing other travel-related services . The integration of flights into the Botim app enables customers to enjoy a more convenient and all-inclusive travel experience , making it easier than ever before to plan their travels .
Earlier in the week , Astra Tech , Astra , announced the launch of Botim 3.0 , The platform is now an all-inclusive digital platform for its users by combining fintech , e-commerce , GPT , and communications into a single user experience .
Botim is a powerful digital tool meant to ease every user ’ s life through access to services such as Botim Money for peerto-peer transactions and international transfers , Botim Stores with access to 100,000 + stores including , and advanced video services such as tutoring and telemedicine later this year . Botim 3.0 is available to users around the world , providing the world ’ s only seamless and open access to communicate and transact to and from the MENA region .

Virax Biolabs Group sets up regional headquarters at Tecom ’ s Dubai Science Park

Virax Biolabs Group , an innovative diagnostics company focused on the detection of viral diseases , announced that it established a regional headquarters at Dubai Science Park , a member of TECOM Group .

The office space is in the heart of the global science-focused community that enables research , innovation and businesses in the health , energy , life sciences and environment sectors . The new headquarters will accommodate the company ’ s expansion into the Middle East and improve global operations by attracting local partnerships and talents .
By entering the region , Virax Biolab Group aims to increase its distribution reach of high-quality in-vitro diagnostics , innovative products and proprietary T-Cell tests while creating logistical efficiencies . The new headquarters will create new jobs and drive investment and talent to the UAE in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 .
Dubai Science Park is a global ecosystem that serves the entire value chain of the science , health , and pharma sectors . Home to global MNEs , SMEs and start-ups , the hub contributes to Dubai ’ s knowledge and
James Foster innovation economy and its status as a medical tourism destination .
Dubai Science Park provides businesses with purpose-built infrastructure to foster growth and access to markets across the UAE as well as the MENA region .
Dubai Science Park is part of TECOM Group ’ s portfolio of 10 districts that includes Dubai Internet City , Dubai Media City , Dubai Studio City , Dubai Production City , Dubai Knowledge Park , Dubai International Academic City , Dubai Design District , d3 , Dubai Industrial City and Dubai Outsource City .
“ The addition of a regional headquarters in Dubai Science Park aligns with our mission to bring world-class testing solutions for viral threats to additional geographies ,” said James Foster , Virax ’ s Chairman of the Board of Directors , and Chief Executive Officer .
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