TeaLeaf, a US-based startup is finalising a deal to raise $6 million with the support of UAE-based investment firm FasterCapital. The UAE firm said it enabled the startup to raise the fund after …
UAE hosts global cyber diplomacy training programme for women
The General Women’s Union (GWU), in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union and the UAE Cybersecurity Council, on Wednesday wrapped up a two-day international training programme …
Dubai Future Forum 2024 to feature 70 sessions, diverse activations and city-wide events next week
Under the patronage of Hamdan bin Mohammed, the third edition is taking place on 19-20 November at the Museum of the Future …
Dubai Taxi Company expands fleet with 250 new plates, reaching around 1,000 new plates this year
All 250 of the new licenses will be allocated to electric vehicles, boosting annual revenue by approximately AED 85 million …
At 16, Sharjah-based poet Thahaani Hashir releases her 3rd book
Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) on Sunday was full of hustle and bustle. Lots of beautiful minds landed in Sharjah to regale audiences in the evening. Celebrated Indian writer Chetan Bhagat …
UAE contemplating LEO constellation
The world already has a pair of successful low Earth orbiting (LEO) mega-constellations in the form of SpaceX’s Starlink and the Eutelsat/OneWeb fleet. Also o …
UAE entrepreneurs ‘most optimistic’ globally and expect to get wealthier despite headwinds
Entrepreneurs in the UAE are among the most optimistic globally about future growth and expect to get more wealthy, but must address the issue of succession planning, a new survey from HSBC has shown.
UAE’s rider Omar clinches FEI Rising Star Award in Abu Dhabi
UAE rider Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi has won the Longines FEI Rising Star Award at a star-studded ceremony held on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi …
Dubai Chambers signs two MoUs to support the attraction and expansion of Mexican businesses in Dubai
Agreements outline cooperation with the National Chamber of Commerce, Services, and Tourism in Mexico City and the El Gran Bajío business promotion agency …
Sharjah Charity Sends 200 Workers on Umrah Pilgrimage
Two hundred workers from Sharjah set off on Wednesday, November 13, for an all-expense-paid Umrah pilgrimage, thanks to Sharjah Charity International. This initiative is part of the charity’s mission …
UAE startup funding to triple to $2bn by end of 2024 as region sees entrepreneur boom
Venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) funding in the UAE are expected to surpass $2 billion by the end of 2024, marking a more than threefold increase …
Overall salaries in UAE to increase 4% in 2025: Mercer
Companies in the consumer goods industry are forecasting the highest increase to salaries at 4.5%, said Mercer …
UAE Sees 56% Rise in Holiday Bookings for National Day
With the festive season and National Day long weekend around the corner, UAE residents are making travel plans for their winter getaways. Bookings for this holiday season have skyrocketed by 56% …
UAE helps arrest 58 suspects, seize 32kg illegal gold in Congo operation against environment crimes
Fifty eight suspects were arrested in a joint operation launched by the UAE to combat environmental crimes in the Congo Basin. The 14-day operation called ‘Jungle Shield’ was carried out under the …
UAE: New Golden Visa scheme announced for teachers, school leaders in RAK
A new Golden Visa programme has been announced for public and private school educators in Ras Al Khaimah. According to the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Kno..
Gold price is now down $220 in just 14 days – and UAE shoppers make strong return
UAE gold shoppers start to make a strong comeback as gold prices lose sparkle Shoppers in the UAE are getting back into their stride as prices keep dropping. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News …
There’s an epic rave happening on padel courts in Dubai this weekend
And it’s free to attend… Get ready to make a racket this weekend as Dubai’s boutique padel club, Matcha Club, is turning into the most unexpected party spot for one night only. For the first time in …