These were just some of the ideas that earned recognition at the inaugural Wellbeing Economy Award, where 3 projects were honoured for driving sustainability, innovation, and reimagining progress.
Strategic Development Fund and QuantCube Launch JV to Drive Real-Time AI Data Analytics in the UAE
Strategic Development Fund (SDF), an Abu Dhabi based investment company wholly owned by EDGE Group PJSC, and QuantCube Technology, a Paris-based expert in real-time macroeconomic intelligence, …
Why are global investors in Dubai shifting their focus to plots?
Dubai’s property scene is now buzzing with a new trend: foreign investors are increasingly turning their attention to plots of land. Drawn by the promise of high returns, tax perks, and a thriving …
Abu Dhabi slashes speed limit on these 2 key roads
The Abu Dhabi Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) confirmed the updated speed regulations on social media platform X. The move aims to enhance road safety. Speed limi …
Sudan accuses UAE of ‘support and complicity’ in genocide at World Court
Sudan has accused the United Arab Emirates at the United Nations’ top court of violating the Genocide Convention by supporting paramilitary forces in its Darfur region.
Dubai Chocolate Keeps Getting Bigger
Over 1.2 million individual chocolate bars were sold in Dubai’s duty free in the first quarter of 2025 at $22 million
UAE visa easing
The recent announcement by the UAE that Pakistani citizens can now obtain five-year multiple-entry tourist visas marks a significant step forward in strengthening the ties between the two nations.
Fintech Plaid raises $575M at a $6.1B valuation, says it will not go public in 2025
Plaid, which connects bank accounts to financial applications, has sold about $575 million worth of common stock at a $6.1 billion post-money valuation, the fintech company confirmed to TechCrunch.
Standard Chartered and OKX launch world-leading collateral mirroring programme
The programme will see leading institutions, such as Brevan Howard Digital, onboard onto this pioneering programme.
Dubai ranks 2nd globally as gastronomy capital with 1,200 new restaurant licences issued in 2024
The third annual Dubai Gastronomy Industry Report, issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, highlighted the city’s outstanding and growing status as a leading destination for food …
Evgeny Kuzin, the man behind Sirene By Gaia at J1 Beach, says: ‘Dining is an emotion’
It’s a balmy afternoon at Sirene By Gaia at J1 Beach. While some are soaking in the views and grooving to the DJ’s tunes, there are those who have submitted to the food on the table. Enter Evgeny …
32 of the most Instagrammable restaurants in Dubai
You might also like: A guide to Dubai’s best restaurants But don’t worry, you don’t have to pin down the best locations by yourself. We’ve already put together a carefully-curated list of the …
The best free family days out in Dubai for 2025
Dubai is spoilt for choice when it comes to free beaches you can spend the day at. Simply pack a picnic at home, grab the buckets and spades and pick out your spot on the sand. For Ain Dubai views …
Our most visited Privilee spots you need to make the most of
To give you some inspo, Team Time Out Dubai have put together some of our Privilee favourites that you should definitely try out.
‘Invest in Sharjah’ showcases emirate’s visionary economic strategies, investment opportunities at AIM Congress 2025
The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) concluded its participation at ‘AIM Congress 2025’, showcasing a wide range of sustainable and forward-thinking investment opportunities across major sectors …
unveils the “Unstoppable Network”, a digital exploration of the UAE
UAE’s untapped beauty through a digital exploration led by a curated group of content creators. The unstoppable network experience promises to transform perceptions of the Emirates, showcasing …
Dubai RTA Completes Solar Panel Installation Across 22 Facilities
The solar rollout will produce 32 million kWh annually, cutting 10,000 tons of CO₂ and supporting Dubai’s 2050 net-zero goal.