- Dubai, UAE: With capabilities of AI advancing every year, its potential to address challenges once thought unsolvable is rapidly expanding, from the possibility of curing genetic diseases to transforming urban mobility or enabling green data centers. With the global AI market set to reach $4.8 trillion by 2033 (UNCTAD), the...
Dubai Museum of the Future, Binance to launch first-ever NFT collection
Dubai’s Museum of the Future will develop and launch several digital products on the blockchain, starting with the first-ever NFT collection. The collection, named The Most Beautiful NFTs in the Metaverse, and other products will be developed in collaboration with Binance NFT, the NFT marketplace of Binance. The Museum, which...Dubai records $490 million in real estate transactions on Tuesday
Dubai real estate market recorded 391 sales transactions worth AED 1.4 billion ($381 million) and 60 mortgage deals of AED 336.86 million, in addition to 57 gift transactions amounting to AED 64.67 million Tuesday, data released by the emirate’s Land Department (DLD) showed. The sales included 342 villas and apartments...World’s tallest building engulfed as Mideast sandstorms hit UAE
The world's tallest building disappeared behind a grey layer of dust on Wednesday as sandstorms that have swept the Middle East hit the United Arab Emirates, prompting weather and traffic warnings. The 828-metre (2,716 ft, 6ins) Burj Khalifa, which towers over Dubai and is usually visible across the busy financial...Experts set strategies for ‘The Great Business Reset’
Officials, top executives and experts at the TOP CEO Conference in Dubai brainstorm on ways to stabilise economies and secure health through policy reforms and latest technologies.Women empowerment key focus as region eyes growth
Top executives, officials and experts explore ways to strengthen the role of women in regional business dynamics during the TOP CEO Conference 2022 in Dubai.Dubai lures world investors with promise of big returns
Defying grim expectations of economic recession battering the world economy, Dubai has burnished itself by attracting a heavy dose of foreign investment to the tune of $7bn in 2021.UAE, Saudi stock markets slide as inflation concerns rise
The UAE and Saudi stock exchanges posted losses this week, taking cue from the world markets that fell in reaction to galloping inflation, and rate hikes by central banks in many countries.Emirate attracts expats and HNWIs alike
World-class infrastructure, successful pandemic response and visa and labor reforms have made the city an ideal destination for expats. Also, the UAE’s stable economy persuades foreigners to make Dubai their second home.Dubai’s hi-tech vision dazzles investors
Dubai is developing an environment that encourages firms from all industries to innovate. Already, the UAE is home to one-third of fintech startups in the Middle East and North Africa. Moreover, as the region's leading financial hub, Dubai offers financial solutions to over one billion customers throughout the Middle East,...Dubai: Monaco of the region with a difference
The final quarter of 2021 provided a major boost to Dubai hotel results, with properties surpassing even 2019 figures across all major KPIs. Occupied room nights in the quarter hit 10.1 million, up 12 percent from 9 million in 2019. Length of stay increased from 3.5 nights to 4.5, a 20...Not just business hub, Dubai is music, food destination too
The locals, residents, and visitors have once again started flocking to museums, historical and heritage sites, and public libraries, according to DCAA data. Trips to these locations totaled 521,753 during 2021, with heritage sites accounting for half of those visits, followed by libraries at 39 percent and museums at 11...Sheikh Khalifa, who helped UAE boom despite crises
The country will observe a 40-day state mourning with the flag flown at half-mast starting today, the ministry announced, adding that work will be suspended at all ministries, departments, and federal, local and private entities for three days, starting Saturday, May 14.Emirates posts $1.1 billion annual loss despite $954million capital injection
Losses came in at 3.9 billion dirhams ($1.1 billion) in the 2021-2022 financial year to March, with revenues up 91 percent, as the airline expanded its global capacity and reinstated flights, Emirates said in a statement.DEWA develops terminals for nanosatellite DEWA-SAT1
The terminals provides hybrid connectivity with both the Long-Range (LoRa) IoT terrestrial network operated by InfraX, and DEWA's nanosatellites.Emirates shares could be placed for IPO, says chairman
The flagship carrier’s chairman, Ahmed Al Maktoum was reported to have announced plans by Emirates to repay 15 billion dirhams ($4.1 billion) in pandemic-related support to the Dubai governmentArabian Travel Market 2022 kicks off in Dubai
The Chairman of Dubai World Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, inaugurated the 29th edition of the Middle East’s largest travel and tourism exhibition Arabian Travel Market (ATM) on 9 May 2022.DEWA inches closer to finishing $72.42m water project
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has completed 98.83% of its project to extend its water transmission network by 36 kilometers across Dubai, at a total cost of about AED 266 million ($72.42m)Dubai establishes Debt Management Office for financing needs
Dubai has announced the establishment of a Debt Management Office that would be responsible for government's financing requirements, managing the sovereign debt portfolio and setting strategic objectives and policies. It will also be responsible for pursuing risks to ensure government financial sustainability, as well as maintaining high levels of transparency...Dubai ranked first globally in attracting greenfield FDI projects
The emirate attracted 418 greenfield FDI projects, Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said. It ranked first in the Middle East and North Africa region and third globally, up from fourth place last year, in FDI capital inflows.Aafaq Islamic Finance picks new CEO
The company has appointed Hisham Hammoud to the post.UAE stocks shed gains as most GCC markets remain shut
In a week truncated by the Eid holidays across the Middle East, stocks on the UAE exchanges shed gains, while there was no trading in Saudi Arabia because of Eid al-Fitr.Al Maktoum Solar Park key to achieving UAE’s net zero goal: DEWA
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is implementing the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park clean and renewable energy project to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is the largest single-site solar park in the world. The solar park has a planned capacity...VARA of Dubai to make entry into Metaverse through ‘Sandbox’
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) will enter into the Metaverse with the establishment of its Metaverse HQ in the dynamic virtual world of ‘The Sandbox’.Women’s cricket looks to future with Dubai event
The FairBreak Invitational, featuring England captain Heather Knight, West Indies skipper Stafanie Taylor and Pakistan's Sana Mir, opens on Wednesday.GCC stock exchanges witness a mixed week
The main Saudi index had a variable week, the Abu Dhabi exchange suffered a slight decline, while, the main index in Dubai closed unchanged.Dubai sets up $100m fund to support fintech startups
Dubai has set up a $100 million venture capital fund in order to provide financial support to fintech startup companies. The fund, scheduled to be launched in June 2022, was approved by Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, after a meeting with the executive council.JAFZA hold groundbreaking for park
The new logistics park is scheduled to open in 2023.Iconic GCC TOP CEO event in May
The event, along with the Arab Women Forum, will be held at Palazzo Versace, Dubai, on May 17 and 18, 2022. The annual event is back in the UAE after traveling to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.Booking volumes up 195% YoY for Eid, says dnata Travel
The top five most-booked destinations this year so far with dnata Travel include the Maldives, the UAE itself, Turkey, Mauritius, and Oman.Dubai real estate market records highest single-quarter deals since 2010
Dubai real estate market recorded the highest number of transactions since 2010 registered in a single quarter and the highest volume since Q1 2014. According to the Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales and rental performance index that was launched by Dubai Land Department (DLD) in cooperation with Property Finder, a total...Dubai allots some 18,000 e-trader licenses in five years
Dubai has allotted some 18,013 e-trader licenses during the last five years, according to a government report.New housing package worth $1.71 billion approved for UAE citizens in Dubai
Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved a new housing package worth AED 6.3 billion ($1.71 billion) for UAE citizens in Dubai. This includes housing and land allotments for 4,610 Emiratis in the city, on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr and as part of the Housing Program...UAE and KSA stock markets remain flat this week
Against the backdrop of mounting concerns about the supply of crude oil, the stock markets in Saudi Arabia and the UAE remained subdued this week.Dubai records weeklong real estate transactions worth $1.71 billion
About 2,145 real estate and property transactions worth AED 6.3 billion ($1.71 billion) were conducted in Dubai during the week ending 22 April, according to the Land Department of the Government of Dubai. A total of 250 plots were sold for AED1.12 billion, and 1,436 apartments and villas were sold...DEWA starts online service to encourage use of electric vehicle
The EV Community Hub website covers the latest government strategies, targets, incentives, and relevant regulations for EVsUAE hotel industry basks in festive Ramadan spirit
Now, hotel bookings will rise for Eid Al-Fitr, with Gulf markets predicted to see a considerable spike in travel bookings from April 28 to May 5, 2022, which coincides with the resumption of large exhibitions in several GCC capitals.Greece’s Ionian Islands eye UAE to woo tourists
Rodi Kratsa-Tsagaropoulou, Mayor of Greece's Ionian Islands, explains how an enhanced cultural and tourism ties with UAE will be mutually beneficial for both countries.Dubai Logistics City Customs Centre clears goods worth $435m in Q1
Dubai Logistics City Customs Centre completed 48,000 transactions and cleared goods valued at AED 1.6 billion in the first quarter of this year, said Sami Eisa, Senior Manager of the Centre. The Centre facilitates processes and operations of companies and traders, and in particular in the shipments of the International...Emaar plans new Fujairah resort
The Emaar Hospitality Group will open the resort in Q2.Dubai watches with awe rare rough ruby
A rare rough ruby dubbed one of the world's biggest has gone on display for the first time ahead of an auction in Dubai.GCC exchanges recoup their losses
From the UAE to Saudi Arabia, the main indexes made up for their losses as the week came to a close.Dubai saw weeklong real-estate transactions worth $2.12bn
The total number of real-estate transactions that took place was 1,968, according to data from the Dubai Land Department.Dubai records realty transactions worth $463m on Thursday
The Dubai real-estate market recorded total realty transactions worth over AED1.7 billion ($463 million) on Thursday, April 14.UAE restores Ramadan goodwill with tough fight against COVID-19
While iftar tents are reinstated this year for government and licensed entities, authorities have advised that the group iftars and suhoor gatherings should be limited to family members in the same household.DMCC registers record 665 companies to its Free Zone in Dubai during Q1
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise, welcomed 665 companies to its Free Zone in Dubai during the first quarter of 2022. This represents DMCC’s best first quarter since its inception over twenty years ago, a 13 percent...DEWA IPO biggest since Aramco
DEWA shares soared 19% in the first minutes of trading on Tuesday.Dubai records $417m worth of realty transactions on Monday
The Dubai real-estate market recorded transactions amounting to more than AED1.53 billion ($417.72 million) on Monday, April 11.dnata of UAE unveils new cargo center at Heathrow airport
dnata, Dubai-based air and travel services provider, has unveiled a new 10,500 sqm cargo center at London Heathrow airport.Empower pipeline grows 33.2 percent
The growth in Dubai cooling network occurred between 2018 and 2021.Dubai issues 24,662 new business licenses in Q1 2022
Dubai has issued 24,662 new business licenses in Q1 2022, a report by the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) said. This marked a growth of 58 percent from Q1 2021, when 15,580 licenses were issued. DET Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) issued its first-quarter 2022 report on the business...




















































