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Bonuz Announces GamifyDubai.com’s Dubai AI Award 2026 Submission and Launches Brand Pilot Initiative

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The plan to turn Dubai into a city people can play runs on bonuz LIFE mode, live since August 2026. Brands can now apply to run their own quests, punch cards and loyalty rewards in the first pilot group.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, October 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Bonuz Technology DMCC, the Dubai company behind the bonuz apps, has officially submitted GamifyDubai.com to the Dubai-it Award 2026. GamifyDubai.com is a plan to make Dubai the first city people can play: real streets, quests at real places, and rewards that belong to the person who earns them. The application was submitted on 10 September 2026 and is under review.

With the submission, bonuz opens its first brand pilot programme. Brands, restaurants, venues and event organisers can sign up at app.bonuz.market, create their account and apply to run gamified campaigns in bonuz. bonuz will approve no more than 20 brands in the first month. These brands become the pilots of GamifyDubai.com.

How it works

The idea follows one simple loop: find a quest, go there, complete it, prove it, get rewarded. A player might discover an art experience hidden in the city, a fragrance experience they never knew existed, or a place they would never have found otherwise.

Pilot brands can run:

Digital punch cards and loyalty cards that live in the customer’s own bonuz app

Quests during events, from the entrance to the last stage

Quests during restaurant and venue visits that reward people for coming, staying and coming back

It is a win-win. Players discover more of Dubai and keep what they earn. Brands get more people through the door and build a real relationship with them, instead of buying another ad.

What started as an idea, an inspiration and a dream has become what Mende calls the real-world Grand Theft Auto: an open city people play by walking through it, with modern, immersive activities that were never possible before.

Live today

GamifyDubai.com runs on technology that is already live, built on 2.1 million lines of code. bonuz LIFE mode has been in the public bonuz app since August 2026. Users raise their phone and nearby venues appear in place with their real name and distance, a radar shows what is around them, and items waiting to be collected are marked with a beam of light. What users collect is held in their own wallet on their own device. bonuz has more than 10,000 registered users. The app is on iOS and Android and also works on the web with no download at app.bonuz.xyz.

“I wrote GamifyDubai.com down for the first time in May 2023. The idea is simple. The city is the game,” said Matthias Mende, creator and CEO of bonuz and co-founder of Dubai Blockchain Center. “I have lived in Dubai since 2007. This city has always rewarded people who dream big and then do the work. A city that builds the first and the tallest should also be the first city you can play.”

“I grew up as a gamer, from Diablo to World of Warcraft, from GTA 1 to GTA 5,” Mende added. “In 2010 and 2011 I was already experimenting with augmented reality, but it was too early for its time. Only the new infrastructure made this possible, and we merged it into one experience. Dubai allowed us to think big, so we did what this city does. We Dubai-it.”

“Now we want the brands of this city to play with us,” Mende said. “We open 20 pilot places in the first month, so every pilot gets our full attention. Punch cards, loyalty, quests at events and in restaurants. The customer wins, the brand wins. Our target is the same as the Award’s: to boost the economy and help place Dubai at the top of the world’s innovation map. If we are chosen as a winner, we hope GamifyDubai.com becomes part of that. Either way, it is our plan and our vision.”

GamifyDubai.com is one of four applications bonuz submitted to the Dubai-it Award 2026. The others are Bonuz Technology DMCC (organisation, economy), Matthias Mende (individual, technology) and uae971 (project, society and technology).

For brands: sign up and apply at app.bonuz.market

For players: start your journey at app.bonuz.xyz (iOS, Android, and on the web with no download)

The full idea: GamifyDubai.com

About bonuz

bonuz is a real-world gamification platform. Brands, venues, restaurants and places use it to run quests, events, punch cards and rewards that people play on the street through the bonuz app. bonuz is non-custodial: users hold what they collect in their own wallet. The app is available on the App Store and Google Play, and it also works on the web with no download at app.bonuz.xyz.
Website: bonuz.xyz

About Bonuz Technology DMCC

Bonuz Technology DMCC is a Dubai company licensed in the DMCC free zone. It builds and operates the bonuz consumer apps, including LIFE mode. Address: Unit UT-12-CO-80, DMCC Business Centre, Level 12, Uptown Tower, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

About Matthias Mende

Matthias Mende is the creator and CEO of bonuz and co-founder of Dubai Blockchain Center. He has lived and built in Dubai since 2007.

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DEPH Labs Partners with GB Top Team to Bring AI-Powered Precision Health to Elite MMA Athletes

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London, UK, October 30th, 2026, FinanceWire

Partnership will explore how DNA, epigenetic testing and personalized biological insights can help fighters better understand their health, recovery and long-term performance

DEPH Labs, a precision health company using DNA, epigenetics and AI to turn complex biological data into personalized, actionable health insights, today announced a partnership with Great Britain Top Team (GBTT), one of the UK’s leading mixed martial arts (MMA) training organizations. The partnership is geared towards bringing advanced biological testing and personalized health insights into the world of elite combat sports.

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The partnership extends DEPH Labs’ proprietary precision health technology to GBTT’s team of professional MMA fighters who regularly compete at the highest level internationally in promotions such as the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Cage Warriors and the Professional Fighters League (PFL). The collaboration aims to give athletes a deeper understanding of their individual biology, helping them make more informed decisions about training, recovery, nutrition and long-term wellbeing.

Founded in 2019 and led by former UFC fighter Brad “One Punch” Pickett, Great Britain Top Team has established itself as a leading training destination for professional and aspiring MMA athletes. The organization is also home to one of the UK’s largest professional female MMA teams, making it a natural fit for DEPH Labs’ work in sex-specific biological testing.

DEPH Labs’ epigenetic testing technology includes the world’s first biological age platform developed entirely using single-sex data. Unlike conventional biological age models that combine male and female data, DEPH Labs’ approach accounts for differences in how men and women age, creating opportunities for more personalized health and performance insights.

Through at-home saliva testing and AI-powered analysis, DEPH Labs is helping athletes better understand their biological age and track how their bodies respond to the demands of professional training. Repeated epigenetic testing can also help identify changes in biological markers over time, providing another way to assess whether adjustments to training, nutrition, sleep and recovery routines are associated with measurable improvements.

For MMA athletes, these insights could be particularly valuable. Professional fighters face intense physical demands, from repeated training camps and weight management to recovery between bouts. While traditional performance testing can capture an athlete’s current condition, epigenetic analysis offers an additional perspective on how their biology may be changing over longer periods.

“Elite athletes spend an enormous amount of time trying to get the best out of their bodies, but there’s still so much we don’t understand about how individuals respond to training, recovery and nutrition,” said Lisa Loud, CEO of DEPH Labs. “DNA gives us a great foundation, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. By combining epigenetic testing with AI, we can help fighters understand how their biology is changing and whether the decisions they’re making are actually working. Partnering with GB Top Team gives us an exciting opportunity to bring that technology into one of the most physically demanding sports in the world.”

“We’re always looking for ways to give our fighters an edge, and understanding what’s happening inside their bodies is a big part of that,” said Brad Pickett UFC veteran & Co-Founder of Great Britain Top Team. “Training hard is one thing, but knowing how your body responds to that training is just as important. Working with DEPH Labs gives us a rare opportunity to use DNA and epigenetic testing to better understand recovery, performance and long-term health. Every fighter is different, and the more we can personalize their training and preparation, the better.”

The collaboration also reflects a growing interest in applying precision health technology beyond traditional healthcare settings. Rather than relying on generalized recommendations, DEPH Labs aims to make personalized biological insights accessible to individuals who want to better understand their health, whether they’re professional athletes or everyday consumers. DEPH Labs is bringing this technology to consumers through ENGNE, its men’s health and longevity platform, and UMMU, which focuses on female biology. Both platforms use saliva-based epigenetic testing to help individuals track biological changes and better understand how lifestyle choices may influence their long-term health.

The partnership follows the recent appointment of Lisa Loud as CEO of DEPH Labs, where she is executing a vision to make sophisticated health technology easier to use while giving individuals direct control over their biological information. Loud brings decades of experience across technology, financial services, blockchain and digital privacy, having held senior leadership positions at Apple, PayPal, BitMEX, ShapeShift and Secret Network. 

About DEPH Labs

DEPH Labs is a precision health company combining DNA, epigenetics and artificial intelligence to transform complex biological data into personalized, actionable health insights. DEPH Holdings, Inc., a Texas-based company, is the parent company of DEPH Labs and ENGNE. The company has developed sex-specific epigenetic biological age technology and operates two dedicated precision health platforms, UMMU for women and ENGNE for men. Through at-home saliva testing, advanced biological analysis and personalized digital insights, DEPH Labs helps individuals better understand their biological age, track changes over time and make more informed decisions about their health and longevity. The company is also advancing a privacy-first approach to biological data, emphasizing individual ownership, granular control and programmable consent.

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AIXONA Announces AI-Powered Transaction Optimization and Expansion into European and Canadian Markets

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Singapore, Singapore, October 30th, 2026, FinanceWire

AIXONA today announced the active deployment of its proprietary AI-powered transaction optimization engine, launching alongside a strategic market expansion into Canada and the European Union. Engineered to eliminate fee friction across digital asset management workflows, the algorithm analyzes real-time blockchain congestion and multi-route execution pathways to dynamically identify and route transactions through the most cost-efficient channels available.

AIXONA’s AI optimisation engine is designed to analyse transaction conditions and identify opportunities to execute cryptocurrency transactions at lower cost. By assessing factors such as network fees and available transaction routes, the technology aims to help users reduce avoidable transaction expenses where more efficient options are available.

The company is combining this technology initiative with its expansion into additional international markets, broadening its focus beyond its Singapore base.

AI Technology Designed to Reduce Transaction Costs

Transaction fees remain an important consideration for cryptocurrency users. Costs can fluctuate depending on blockchain network congestion, transaction size, and the network being used.

AIXONA’s active AI optimisation engine is designed to assess relevant transaction conditions and identify potentially more cost-efficient execution options. Its purpose is to help users make better-informed transaction decisions and reduce costs where suitable opportunities exist.

The technology forms part of AIXONA’s wider approach to applying artificial intelligence to practical challenges in digital asset management.

Actual savings depend on transaction conditions and network availability, and lower fees cannot be guaranteed for every transaction.

International Expansion into the EU and Canada

Alongside its technology development, AIXONA is expanding its international presence across the European Union and Canada.

The expansion is intended to make the company’s digital asset management services accessible to a wider audience and support its growth in established financial and technology markets.

As part of this process, the company must take account of the regulatory and operational requirements applicable in each jurisdiction. The availability and scope of its services will depend on the relevant local requirements.

A Focus on Digital Asset Management

The cryptocurrency sector continues to develop, creating demand for tools that help users manage digital assets, monitor transactions, and understand the costs associated with blockchain activity.

AIXONA focuses on cryptocurrency management and blockchain-related technology, with an emphasis on accessibility, transaction efficiency, and a straightforward user experience.

The company’s approach combines digital asset management services with technology intended to improve transaction efficiency. Its AI optimisation engine represents one element of this broader focus.

About AIXONA

AIXONA is a digital asset management platform headquartered at 8 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018981. The company focuses on cryptocurrency management and blockchain-related technology, including AI-powered transaction optimisation designed to identify opportunities for more cost-efficient cryptocurrency transactions.

AIXONA is expanding its international presence into the European Union and Canada as part of its broader business development strategy.

Headquarters: 8 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018981

Website: https://aixona.com/

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Infinity Smiles Releases Medicare Dental Checklist for NY Seniors Ahead of Dec. 7 Deadline

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With Medicare open enrollment closing soon, Infinity Smiles urges older New York residents to look closely at dental benefits before choosing a plan.

Queens, New York, United States, 30th Oct 2026 — Many older adults find out only after losing a tooth that Original Medicare does not pay for most dental care, including dentures and dental implants. With Medicare open enrollment ending on December 7, Infinity Smiles, a dental practice in Flushing, is encouraging seniors and their families to check a plan’s dental benefits before they sign up for the year ahead.

Infinity Smiles Releases Medicare Dental Checklist for NY Seniors Ahead of Dec. 7 Deadline

Original Medicare (Parts A and B) generally does not cover routine dental services such as cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures or implants. Some Medicare Advantage plans include dental benefits, but coverage varies widely from plan to plan, and many set annual dollar limits, waiting periods or restrictions on major procedures.

For seniors who are missing teeth or wearing dentures that no longer fit well, those details can mean the difference between getting treatment next year and putting it off.

“Every year we meet patients who assumed Medicare would help with dentures or implants and only learned otherwise when they needed treatment,” said Dr. Solomon Borukhov of Infinity Smiles. “Open enrollment is the main time of year seniors can change course. A few minutes spent reading the dental section of a plan can save a lot of stress and expense later.”

Dr. Solomon Borukhov recommends that seniors and the family members helping them ask these questions before choosing a plan:

  1. Does the plan include dental coverage at all? Original Medicare generally does not, so dental benefits usually come through a Medicare Advantage plan or a separate dental policy.
  2. What is the annual maximum? Many plans cap what they will pay each year, and the cap can be far below the cost of dentures or implants.
  3. Are dentures, implants and extractions covered, and at what percentage? Some plans cover only preventive care such as exams and cleanings.
  4. Are there waiting periods? Some plans require months of enrollment before covering major work.
  5. Is your current dentist in network? Out-of-network care can cost much more or not be covered.

“Missing teeth affect more than appearance,” Dr. Solomon Borukhov added. “They can make it harder to chew healthy foods and speak comfortably, and they can affect confidence. The good news is that seniors have more options today than many realize.” 

Options for replacing missing teeth now range from traditional full and partial dentures to mini dental implants, which can help stabilize loose dentures, and full-arch treatments such as All-on-X implants. The right choice depends on a patient’s oral health, bone support, budget and goals, which is why Dr. Solomon Borukhov encourages seniors to have an exam and a treatment discussion before deciding what coverage they need.

Before choosing a plan or booking a visit, patients should also check that their plan works at the practice. Infinity Smiles is in network with many PPO dental plans but does not currently accept HMO dental plans. Call the office at 929-346-4974 to ask whether your plan is accepted, or check the practice’s insurance page.

“Bring your plan’s benefit summary with you to your appointment,” Dr. Solomon Borukhov said. “We can explain what a treatment would involve and what it would cost, so you can compare that with what your plan says it will pay. If anything in the plan is unclear, your insurer or a Medicare counselor can answer it.” 

Seniors can review and compare plans at Medicare.gov or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE. Free and objective counseling is also available through the New York State Office for the Aging’s Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP). Call 1-800-701-0501 and give your county to be connected to a local counselor.

Medicare open enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, 2026.

About Infinity Smiles

Infinity Smiles is a dental practice in Flushing, New York, led by Dr. Solomon Borukhov. The practice provides preventive, restorative, cosmetic and implant dentistry, including exams and cleanings, gum disease therapy, root canal therapy, crowns and bridges, full and partial dentures, mini dental implants, All-on-X implants and full mouth reconstruction. The practice has served the Flushing community for more than 20 years and sees patients in English and Spanish. Learn more at infinitysmilesny.com.

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