WEF’s Dubai Summit tackles existential digital risks
DUBAI, UAE – A powerful confluence of more than 500 experts and 150 cybersecurity leaders has converged in Dubai for the World Economic Forum's inaugural joint session of the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity. The crucial, three-day summit, running from October 14 to 16, 2025, is...
UAE edge closer to World Cup after beating Oman
Doha, Qatar -- The United Arab Emirates moved to within a match of their second World Cup appearance with a comeback 2-1 victory against Oman in Doha on Saturday. The Emiratis, who last appeared at a World Cup in 1990, were made to work for their win, when late goals...Top conservation group meets in UAE on growing threats to nature
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates -- The world's top conservation body kicked off its world congress Thursday in the Emirati capital Abu Dhabi, where it will unveil its updated "red list" of threatened species a day later. Hundreds of participants were meeting at the venue where the International Union for...Multiply Group buys stake in ISEM
Multiply Group will hold 60.8% of ISEM.Ajman records $808 million in real estate transactions in September
Ajman, UAE -- Real estate transactions in Ajman reached AED 2.97 billion in September, achieving a remarkable growth of 53 percent compared to the same period in 2024, according to real estate report issued by the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation. Omar bin Omair Al Muhairi, Director-General of...Tech leaders unite to propel future-critical sectors at GITEX GLOBAL 2025
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...What the world can learn from the Middle East’s wellness vision
Across the region, countries are aligning national visions with real investment in health, longevity, and quality of life.Abu Dhabi GDP grows 3.8% to $83.40bn in Q2 as non-oil sectors hit record
The non-oil economy expanded 6.6 percent year-on-year to AED174.1 billion — the highest quarterly value on record — and accounted for 56.8 percent of GDP for the first time in a second quarter.UAE raises $299 million in Islamic Treasury Sukuk auction
Abu Dhabi, UAE — The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF), in collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE, has completed the September 2025 auction of dirham-denominated Islamic Treasury Sukuk (T-Sukuk), raising AED1.1 billion. The auction, part of the UAE’s 2025 T-Sukuk programme, saw strong demand from the eight primary...India again refuse handshake with Pakistan in Asia Cup
Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- India skipper Suryakumar Yadav again refused to shake hands with Pakistan's Salman Agha as he won the toss and elected to field in their Super Four contest of the Asia Cup on Sunday. The two neighbors come into the key match of the regional tournament...Arab League, OIC joint session urges review of Israel ties after Qatar attack
Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha on Monday following last week's deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital.Sharjah records 361 percent growth in capital investment in H1
Sharjah, UAE -- The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) has announced an exceptional increase in foreign direct investment during the first half of 2025, marking the strongest performance among all UAE emirates. In this time period the emirate recorded 74 FDI projects, a 57 percent surge from the 47...Over 1.4 billion accounts hacked monthly worldwide: Cyber Security Council
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has warned of growing risks linked to users’ digital footprints, saying more than 1.4 billion accounts are hacked globally each month. The council said every login, post or interaction online leaves a trace that can be exploited. It identified two...UAE summons Israel envoy over ‘cowardly’ Qatar attack, condemns Netanyahu’s statements
The UAE, along with Bahrain, was the first Gulf country to normalize ties with Israel in 2020 and has been a frequent critic of its actions since the start of the Gaza war.ADCB to raise $1.66bn
The rights issue aimed at boosting growth.EGA H1 revenue $4.11bn
Net profit before GAC $445 million.Israel expecting one million Gazans to flee new offensive, planning “humanitarian area” for them
The Israeli military has been gearing up to seize Gaza City, the Palestinian territory's largest urban centre, with the United Nations estimating that nearly a million people live in and around the northern city.Borouge to pay $660m H1 dividend
Its net profit for H1 was $474 million.UAE continues to attract major global companies for new headquarters
Dubai, UAE -- The United Arab Emirates has continued to attract global companies looking to establish regional or global headquarters. In 2025, several major corporations, including PayPal and Veon, have either announced or completed the relocation of their headquarters to the UAE. This trend is supported by the country's legislative...ADNOC completes $316 million sale of ADNOC L&S shares
ABU DHABI – Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has sold a 3 percent stake in its logistics and shipping subsidiary, ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S), for approximately AED 1.16 billion ($316 million). The placement of 222 million shares to institutional investors was significantly oversubscribed by seven times within...Ajman records real-estate deals worth $381 million in July
Ajman, UAE -- Real estate transactions valued at AED 1.48 billion ($381 million) were recorded in Ajman in July 2025. Omar bin Omair Al Muhairi, Director-General of the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation in Ajman, confirmed that the month of July witnessed 220 real estate valuation transactions, with...UAE Cyber Security Council: Over 12,000 Wi-Fi breaches recorded in UAE since start of year
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has warned of the serious risks posed by using open and untrusted public Wi-Fi networks, revealing that more than 12,000 breaches have been recorded through such networks in the country since the beginning of this year. According to the Council,...Creators HQ attracts 2,415 active members from 147 countries
Dubai, UAE -- Dubai’s Creator HQ, the first headquarters for content creators in the UAE and the Middle East, has attracted 2,415 members from 147 countries within six months of its launch. The initiative aims to position the UAE as a global hub for the content economy, with a target...Over 12,000 Wi-Fi breaches recorded in UAE since start of year
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has warned of the serious risks posed by using open and untrusted public Wi-Fi networks, revealing that more than 12,000 breaches have been recorded through such networks in the country since the beginning of this year. According to the Council,...Less tax, more luxury: millionaires flock to Dubai for its zero income tax policy
Rich people are flocking to Dubai in record numbers, drawn to the desert city by its zero income tax policy and easy luxury lifestyle that has become harder to maintain elsewhere.Big-ticket events boost international tourism and economic growth
Dubai, UAE -- ‘Big-ticket’ events are playing a pivotal role in driving international tourism and accelerating economic growth, according to experts speaking recently at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025. In the GCC alone, the event and exhibition market is expected to reach US$827 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR...Dubai International Chamber attracts 31 MNCs to Dubai in H1
Dubai, UAE -- Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that it attracted 143 companies to Dubai during H1 2025, representing a 138 percent increase compared to the 60 companies attracted in H1 2024. These included 31 multinational companies (MNCs),...Abu Dhabi’s AI sector expands 61% in one year: Abu Dhabi Chamber
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Abu Dhabi’s artificial intelligence (AI) sector witnesses a 61 percent increase between June 2023 and June 2024, according to data published by the Abu Dhabi Chamber, which said the emirate has 673 AI companies. Globally, there are approximately 90,904 AI companies as of 2024, which places...Hospitality leaders to gather in Dubai for Commercial Strategy Conference
Dubai, UAE -- The region's top hospitality professionals will converge at the Conrad Dubai Hotel on November 25-26, 2025, for the eighth annual Commercial Strategy Conference (CSC) MEA. Organized by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Middle East and Africa, the event has been the premier gathering for...60 percent travelers in UAE trust AI to plan their trips: Report
Dubai, UAE -- Nearly 60 percent of travelers in the UAE trust Artificial Intelligence (AI) to plan every aspect of their trips, compared to 48 percent of travelers in other countries, with this figure predicted to rise as technology becomes more embedded into consumer habits. According to a recent report...IHC H1 net profit $2.94 billion
The company posted 31% increase in revenue.Alpha Dhabi H1 profit $1.79bn
Adjusted EBITDA rises to $2.36bn.Borouge Q2 net profit $193m
The H1 revenue stood at $2.72 billion.UAE begins pipeline project to ease Gaza water shortage
Jerusalem, Undefined -- The United Arab Emirates has begun construction on a major pipeline to carry desalinated water from Egypt to southern Gaza, according to multiple sources. Technical teams sent by the UAE have started transporting equipment needed for the project, the Emirati state news agency WAM reported on Wednesday....ADNOC Drilling H1 revenue $2.37bn
The company posted a net profit of $692m.Dubai International Airport logs record 46 million travelers in first half
Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- Dubai International Airport welcomed a record 46 million passengers in the first half of this year, authorities said on Tuesday, despite disruptions due to the Iran-Israel war The facility marked its busiest first half on record with a 2.3 percent year-on-year growth, Dubai Airports said...Food arrives in Gaza after Israel pauses some fighting
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories -- Truckloads of food reached hungry Gazans on Monday after Israel promised to open secure aid routes, but humanitarian agencies warned vast amounts more were needed to stave off starvation. With Gaza's population of more than two million facing famine and malnutrition, Israel bowed to international...DIFC records 25 percent rise in registered firms in H1 2025
Dubai, UAE -- Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial center in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), said Monday that it witnessed a saw a record number of new firms establishing operations in the center in the first half of 2026. The total number of...European Union probes UAE oil giant’s purchase of Germany’s Covestro
Brussels, Belgium -- The European Commission on Monday announced an investigation into the takeover of German chemical firm Covestro by UAE state oil giant ADNOC, citing competition fears. "The commission has preliminary concerns that foreign subsidies granted by the United Arab Emirates could distort the EU internal market," a statement...Emirates NBD H1 profit $3.40bn
Total income rose by 12 percent in the same period.ADIB H1 pre-tax profit $1.08bn
Q2 pre-tax net profit increases by 14 percent.Dubai real estate transactions exceed $117.34 billion in first half of 2025
The number of new investors in the market reached 59,075, with investments totaling $42.74 billion, a 22 percent increase in the number of investors and a 40 percent growth in investment value.UAB net profit up by 50% for H1
Total assets increase by 11 percent.Ajman’s real estate sector deals up 37% in H1 to hit $3.37bn
Ajman, UAE -- The real estate sector in the Emirate of Ajman recorded real estate transactions worth AED 12.4 billion ($3.37 billion), marking a record growth of 37 percent compared to the same period last year. Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Department of Land and Real...SIB H1 net profit $189m
The bank's total assets increased by $1.49 billion.UAE extradites 3 suspects to Belgium over alleged organized crime links
Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- Police in Dubai said three individuals accused of a litany of crimes, including drugs and human trafficking, were extradited to Belgium, authorities said on Sunday. Officials said the three suspects had been wanted in Belgium in connection with cases of "cross-border organized crime". In December,...UAE, Germany launch joint business council to strengthen economic ties
Berlin, Germany - Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Special Envoy to the Federal Republic of Germany, and Katrin Eder, German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, witnessed the official launch of the UAE-Germany Business Council (GUBC) during a high-level ceremony...‘Wadeem’ sold out for $1.49bn
This is the highest Abu Dhabi real-estate release to date.Israel opposition chief discusses Gaza truce with UAE FM
Jerusalem, Undefined -- Israel's opposition leader said Friday he met with the United Arab Emirates foreign minister in Abu Dhabi and discussed efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza. The UAE normalized ties with Israel in 2020 as part of the US-brokered Abraham Accords. Abu Dhabi also has close ties with...UAE top court upholds life terms for 24 convicted in mass trial
Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- The UAE supreme court has jailed 24 people for life after upholding their convictions for "terrorist" links. "The Criminal Chamber of the Federal Supreme Court ruled (on Thursday) to partially overturn the judgment issued by the State Security Chamber at the Abu Dhabi Federal Court...Iranian ballistic missiles target US base in Qatar, the largest in Middle East
No casualties reported in the attack that came a day after the US attacked three key nuclear facilities in Iran. Saudi Arabia and UAE have condemned Qatar strikes, which led to a more than 6 percent fall in oil prices.