ABU DHABI – Prime Minister Mark Carney has signed an investment-protection agreement with the United Arab Emirates during a visit to Abu Dhabi.
Global icon Priyanka Chopra is coming to Abu Dhabi this December
Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas will headline the BRIDGE Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi from December 8-10. The Hollywood-Bollywood star will join other prominent figures like Idris Elba and Gary …
US Approval for Advanced Chips Boosts UAE, Saudi AI Ambitions
The US has approved sales of tens of thousands of advanced artificial intelligence semiconductors to the United Arab Emirates’ G42 and regional rival Humain of Saudi Arabia, a major boost for both …
Zand launches UAE’s first AED-Backed stablecoin on public blockchain
Zand AED is fully backed one-to-one by UAE dirham reserves that are held in segregated and regulated accounts to ensure complete redemption value. It is supported by real-time transparency …
Dubai Developers Lure Buyers With a New Business Model
Although analysts warn that the risk of oversupply—and therefore a price correction—is rising in Dubai’s booming property market, local developers continue to launch new projects at a rapid pace. The …
Omdia: Middle East Smartphone Market up 23% in 3Q25; Supply Issues to Rein in 2026 Growth to 1%
New data from Omdia reveals a strong rebound in the Middle East smartphone market (excluding Turkey) in 3Q25, with shipments rising 23% year on year to 15.1 million units. The growth was primarily …
Drone delivery to cover 70% of Dubai by 2030, says Keeta Drone President
Keeta Drone highlights Dubai’s role as a global hub for smart, sustainable air logistics at Dubai Airshow 2025 …
Dubai SME and Bedayat celebrate completion of the Emirati Tech Founder Program
Delivered through the Hamdan Innovation Incubation (Hi2), an initiative by Dubai SME, the programme reflects Dubai’s SME’s commitment to empowering Emirati entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and …
UAE Sovereign Wealth Fund Tripled BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Stake Ahead Of Crypto Crash, Says It’s Digital Gold
The Abu Dhabi Investment Council (ADIC) more than tripled its stake in BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF in the third quarter, Bloomberg reported.
Indo-Sharjah Cricket Boosted as 4 Youths Earn ACC U-19 Cup Selection
Four young cricketers from MSYTCA and CricketAAA’s development program have been selected for the UAE’s 2025 ACC Men’s U-19 Premier Cup. Their selection for the U-19 Asia Cup qualifier highlights the …
Carney likely to sign UAE investment pact, launch trade talks during Abu Dhabi visit
Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Abu Dhabi, where he is expected to advance trade and investment ties with the United Arab Emirates.
10 best hotel bars in Dubai serving standout drinks
Craving a little Paris in Dubai? Bar Buci at Jumeirah Al Qasr has you covered. With a marble bar, terrace views over Madinat Jumeirah and the kind of setting made for sunset drinks and long chats, …
10 incredible event series in Dubai for an unforgettable night out
If you think Dubai’s nightlife is just about fancy bars and nightclubs, think again. The city’s most exciting nights often escape the confines of four walls – from secret warehouse raves to rooftop …
Dubai Mall, symbol of Dubai’s grandeur, forced to close after huge aquarium springs leak
A Reuters witness said the mall had been partly evacuated and dozens of emergency vehicles were outside. Six divers entered the tank and appeared to be coordinating with workers outside the glass.
Shark aquarium in Dubai mall springs leak
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Water gushed from a leak in a shark-filled aquarium in a ritzy Dubai mall Thursday, sending startled shoppers scattering and shutting down nearby shops in one of the city …
Sultan Bin Ahmed, Sheikha Jawaher inaugurate debut edition of Sharjah Human Development Forum
His Highness Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UOS), and Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher …
‘Abu Dhabi enables Indian firms get access to middle east Africa, new mkts’
Indian companies are increasing their presence in Abu Dhabi, which has enabled them to access key markets across the middle east Africa and beyond, Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi …