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Dubai opens Museum of the Future; the most beautiful building on Earth

The I24 News reported, Dubai’s Museum of the Future opened on Tuesday after nine years in the making, and is being touted as “the most beautiful building on Earth.”
When visiting the futuristic museum, the first thing that attracts one’s attention even before entering is the sentences written in Arabic Thuluth script that decorate the building’s facade.
Spanning over an area of 30,000 square meters and lit by 14,000 meters of lights, the museum is the UAE’s latest effort in inspiring initiatives to promote the Arabic language - reviving, protecting, and developing the art of Arabic calligraphy.
The museum’s inauguration comes some two months after the UAE, in cooperation with other Arab countries, successfully included Arab calligraphy in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
It also follows the launch of the “Emirates Declaration on the Arabic Language,” which represents a comprehensive roadmap covering all areas related to the Arabic language.
The Arabian Philharmonic Orchestra plays the UAE national anthemفرقة الأوركسترا العربية الفيلهارمونية تبدأ عزف النشيد الوطني. #أجمل_مبنى_على_وجه_الأرض #متحف_المستقبل The Arabian Philharmonic Orchestra plays the UAE national anthem. #MuseumOfTheFuture #MOTF
Posted by Museum Of The Future on Tuesday, February 22, 2022
The opening ceremony was attended by UAE’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Standing at 77 meters tall, the museum tells the narrative of the future through interactive exhibitions, portraying futuristic technologies and trends, Gulf News reported.
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Chairman of the museum Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi described it as “a global platform for pioneers, innovators, and critical thinkers to exchange ideas, concepts, and visions, to… shape a fair future that works for everyone.”
The report mentioned that Emirati artist Matar bin Lahej is behind the building’s surface design, using Arabic Thuluth script which is known for its aesthetics, to highlight the splendor of Arabic calligraphy.
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It noted that the architect who led the museum’s construction was Shaun Killa, a long-time veteran of Dubai's architecture sector.
Source: i24news
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During the meeting, shareholders approved all items listed on the agenda, including the ratification of the minutes of the previous AGM held on 26 March 2024. The session reviewed and approved the Board’s Annual Report on the company’s activities and financial performance for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2024, and the shareholders expressed their satisfaction with the company’s operational and financial results during the reporting period.
The meeting also reviewed the Independent External Auditor’s Report on the company’s consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024. Subsequently, the shareholders approved the audited financial statements for the fiscal year. Based on the Board’s recommendation, the shareholders approved the distribution of a cash dividend equivalent to 10% of the paid-up share capital.
Furthermore, the shareholders endorsed the allocation of a total amount of BD 172,500 as remuneration to the members of the Board for the year ended 31 December 2024, subject to prior clearance by related authorities.
The extension of the current composition of the Board was approved, which includes ten members and one CBB observer, for a further six-month term, expiring in September 2025, pending no objection from the CBB.
The meeting reviewed and approved the Corporate Governance Report for 2024, which affirmed the company’s full compliance with the corporate governance directives issued by the CBB and other applicable regulatory frameworks. The AGM absolved the Board Members of liability for any of their actions during the year ending on 31st December 2024, in accordance with the Commercial Companies Law.
In alignment with regulatory requirements, the session approved the reappointment of Ernst & Young (EY) as the company’s External Auditors for the fiscal year 2025, covering both the parent company and its subsidiaries—Sinnad and Bahrain FinTech Bay. The Board was authorised to determine the external auditors’ professional fees, subject to approval from the CBB, and the meeting concluded with a discussion of any additional issues as per Article (207) of the Commercial Companies Law.
Speaking on the company’s performance, Mr. Mohamed Al Bastaki, Chairman BENEFIT , stated: “In terms of the financial results for 2024, I am pleased to say that the year gone by has also been proved to be a success in delivering tangible results. Growth rate for 2024 was 19 per cent. Revenue for the year was BD 17 M (US$ 45.3 Million) and net profit was 2 Million ($ 5.3 Million).
Mr. Al Bastaki also announced that the Board had formally adopted a new three-year strategic roadmap to commence in 2025. The strategy encompasses a phased international expansion, optimisation of internal operations, enhanced revenue diversification, long-term sustainability initiatives, and the advancement of innovation and digital transformation initiatives across all service lines.
“I extend my sincere appreciation to the CBB for its continued support of BENEFIT and its pivotal role in fostering a stable and progressive regulatory environment for the Kingdom’s banking and financial sector—an environment that has significantly reinforced Bahrain’s standing as a leading financial hub in the region,” said Mr. Al Bastaki. “I would also like to thank our partner banks and valued customers for their trust, and our shareholders for their ongoing encouragement. The achievements of 2024 set a strong precedent, and I am confident they will serve as a foundation for yet another successful and impactful year ahead.”
Chief Executive of BENEFIT; Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi commented, “The year 2024 represented another pivotal chapter in BENEFIT ’s evolution. We achieved substantial progress in advancing our digital strategy across multiple sectors, while reinforcing our long-term commitment to the development of Bahrain’s financial services and payments landscape. Throughout the year, we remained firmly aligned with our objective of delivering measurable value to our shareholders, strategic partners, and customers. At the same time, we continued to play an active role in enabling Bahrain’s digital economy by introducing innovative solutions and service enhancements that directly address market needs and future opportunities.”
Mr. AlJanahi affirmed that BENEFIT has successfully developed a robust and well-integrated payment network that connects individuals and businesses across Bahrain, accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies in the banking and financial services sector and reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a growing fintech hub, and added, “Our achievements of the past year reflect a long-term vision to establish a resilient electronic payment infrastructure that supports the Kingdom’s digital economy. Key developments in 2024 included the implementation of central authentication for open banking via BENEFIT Pay”
Mr. AlJanahi concluded by thanking the Board for its strategic direction, the company’s staff for their continued dedication, and the Central Bank of Bahrain, member banks, and shareholders for their valuable partnership and confidence in the company’s long-term vision.
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