Leading industry experts in finance, telecommunications, technology, and demographic research called for a radical shift in their sectors to transform“ineffective” frameworks guiding nations, …
Net zero asset manager HYCAP Group expands to UAE
At a private event during Abu Dhabi Finance Week, HYCAP Group also revealed plans for a UAE-based GCC Fund that will invest in companies serving the net zero energy transition and clean hydrogen …
COP28 and Bitcoin: The Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship?
COP28 kicks off in the UAE this week. While it is likely to deliver the usual ineffective hand-wringing, at significant cost, this year there is a twist: the presence of Bitcoin delegates shows just …
Bitcoin mining firm Phoenix Group delays share listing
Crypto mining firm Phoenix Group is preparing for its public trading launch after seeing a significant oversubscription during the pre-market sale a week ago.
Binance Founder CZ ‘Unlikely’ to Return to UAE, Attorney Says
Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, former CEO of Binance, was set to return to the UAE, where his wife and children live, but a district judge stayed this part of his bond release for now. Hodder Law Firm founder …
Fourteen hotels opening in the UAE in 2024, from Five Luxe to Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
While many hotel projects have been delayed, put on hold or cancelled across the UAE, there are several exciting properties still to come in the new year. From the world’s tallest hotel and a …
38 Days of Out of this World Experiences at Dubai Shopping Festival
This Dubai Shopping Festival, you’re invited to a festival that’s truly out of this world. 38 Days of Out of this World Experiences at Dubai Shopping Festival. . Things To Do.
Alef Chess Olympiad begins in Sharjah with participation of over 1,000 players
Alef International Chess Olympiad 2023, sponsored by the Alef Group, kicked off in Al Mamsha area of Sharjah on Monday. Considered as one of the largest chess events in the Arab world and Middle East, …
As billionaire hedge fund managers flock to the Middle East, a key official says watch out for Abu Dhabi as a financial hub in the next 2 to 3 years
At Fortune’s Global Forum in Abu Dhabi, H.E. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi echoes the billionaires Alan Howard and Ray Dalio: The city is a major emerging financial district.
Martin Brundle gives his verdict on Fernando Alonso brake testing Lewis Hamilton at the F1 Abu Dhabi GP
F1 pundit Martin Brundle said that he found Fernando Alonso apparently brake-testing Lewis Hamilton during the 2023 F1 Abu Dhabi GP a bit ‘strange’. The former McLaren teammates battled each other for the entirety of the race and often swapped positions while overtaking each other.
Sudanese general accuses UAE of supplying paramilitary RSF
A top Sudanese general has said the United Arab Emirates is sending supplies to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), publicly accusing the UAE of involvement in its war with its powerful paramilitary rival for the first time.
UAE President congratulates Saudi Arabia on the successful bid to host Expo 2030
Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed said on X, “I extend my sincere congratulations to King Salman Bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, and the people of Saudi Arabia for the Kingdom’s successful bid to host Expo 2030.
UAE President receives Qatari Emir’s invitation to participate in GCC Summit
Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, receiving the Qatari Emir’s message from Sultan Al Mansou
Pope cancels trip to Dubai for UN climate conference on doctors’ orders while recovering from flu
Pope Francis canceled his trip to Dubai for the U.N. climate conference on doctors’ orders Tuesday, even though he is recovering from the flu and lung inflammation, the Vatican said. Francis, who turns 87 next month, was scheduled to leave Rome on Friday …
Dubai developer awards massive $1.2bn contract for Vegas-style island project, MGM, Bellagio hotels planned
The Island has been under development for several years and is a new 10.5 hectare project off the coast of Umm Suqeim. Located near the Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel and public beach it is tipped …
Saudi Arabia wins bid to host Expo 2030
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh will host the Expo 2030 world fair, the vote results from 182 members of the Bureau International des Expositions showed on …
Futurists at Dubai Future Forum call for creation of UN framework to solve global challenges
Governments and the United Nations should create an internationally adopted framework specifically designed to help solve global challenges, a world-leading futurist told the Dubai Future Forum 2023, …