CNN Academy enjoyed a visit to SeaWorld Abu Dhabi and learned about the Center’s marine conservation and rescue efforts …
Abu Dhabi set to become the world’s first fully AI-Powered government by 2027
With a 13 billion USD investment, the emirate’s ambitious digital strategy will transform government operations through AI, cloud computing, and automation, paving the way for a new era of governance.
Unlikely foes: Egypt and the UAE’s hidden battle for Sudan
Despite shared history and mutual interests, Cairo and Abu Dhabi find themselves at odds in this brutal civil war …
Chinese New Year food: Menus and buffets for every budget in Abu Dhabi and Dubai
As Chinese New Year kicks off on Wednesday, restaurants in Abu Dhabi and Dubai have rolled out the red carpet to welcome the year of the snake. A number of eateries are offering limited-time set menus …
Abu Dhabi National Hotels unit acquires Food Nation Catering
Abu Dhabi National Hotels’ subsidiary, ADNH Catering, has acquired 100% of the share capital of Food Nation Catering Services, as part of efforts to boost revenues in high-growth sectors.
UAE firms developing strategies to adopt AI technology, massive investments readied but talent shortfall a concern
The report highlights that despite increasing urgency in deployment and investment, businesses in the UAE face challenges in adopting, deploying, and fully leveraging AI. The Index is based on a …
Dubai’s Emirates NBD posts flat Q4 profit as investment offsets higher income
Emirates NBD , Dubai’s biggest bank by assets, reported on Wednesday a flat fourth-quarter net profit as investment to “drive future growth” offset higher income and lower impairment charges, it said.
UAE: Several women fall for fake designer bags, lose thousands of dirhams in social media scam
Multiple women in the UAE were duped into purchasing counterfeit designer bags sold by a European woman through social media platforms. The woman is facing accusations from several buyers who claimed …
Sharjah Chamber launches ‘Business Impact’ podcast at ACRES 2025
The Podcast aims to highlight the importance of Sharjah as a strategic destination for business management and investment in the region.
DeepSeek vs ChatGPT in UAE: Will new AI model spark price wars? What residents, experts think
Residents in the UAE have found China’s AI sensation DeepSeek to provide responses that “feel more natural” and less repetitive, unlike its rival ChatGPT. However, some residents could not download it …
UAE: How AI can help find best spots for cloud seeding, tackle water scarcity
AI can contribute to tackling water scarcity in the region by enhancing weather modification through optimising techniques, improving predictions, and reducing unintended consequences. This idea was …
Justice Minister wants UAE extradition deal enacted quickly – to target Kinahans and other Irish criminals there
Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan wants the Dail to rubber stamp an extradition treaty with the United Arab Emirates so gardai can nail Irish gangsters there – including the Kinahans.
Booming UAE e-commerce market spurs changes in distribution business
Revenue in the UAE’s e-commerce market is projected to grow at 8.39 per cent from $33.97 billion (Dh125 billion) in 2025 to $46.88 billion (Dh172 billion) by 2029, according to a report by …
Sharjah to launch art hub with museums, fashion lab, jewellery school, co-working spaces
A new cultural initiative, the Sharjah Creative Quarter (SCQ), was unveiled on Monday. The programme offers a dynamic platform for artists, creatives, and ..
Sharjah real estate: Alef Group records $373.5m of sales at ACRES 2025
Sharjah real estate developer Alef Group saw 1,006 sales and purchase agreements (SPAs) with a total value of AED1,371,547,922 ($373.5m) at the ACRES 2025 exhibition. The remarkable accomplishment …
Sultan bin Ahmed honours 10th Sharjah Tour winners
SHARJAH, 28th January, 2025 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, honoured the winners of the 10th edition of the Sharjah International Cycling Tour and …
UAE’s Edge Group acquires 30% stake in Israeli drone tech firm
The firm is publicly traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. Why it matters: Economic ties between Israel and the UAE have remained strong despite public Emirati criticism of the Israeli government’s …