The AI Academy, the Abu Dhabi-based executive education hub, has opened applications for the second cohort of its executive program for chief artificial intelligence officers, which is set to run from …
Sharjah to unveil $136M exhibition & conventions centre by 2027
Sharjah is gearing up for a major boost to its events and cultural scene. The emirate will build a new exhibitions and conventions centre at a cost of AED 500 million ($136.2 million), after …
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 Opens with Focus on Systems-Level Solutions
ABU DHABI — The capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) launched Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 (ADSW) on Jan. 13, positioning itself once again as a global platform for dialogue and practical …
Somali regions reject Mogadishu’s move to cut ties with UAE
Three self-governing regions in Somalia that have close relations with the United Arab Emirates have dismissed a decision this week by the central government to sever ties with the UAE, a longterm …
Saudi Arabia overtakes UAE as MENA sustainable finance tops $35bn
Banks and energy firms drive sevenfold market expansion since 2020, according to Bloomberg Intelligence report …
Pakistan, UAE agree on pre-immigration clearance to ease travel
Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to introduce a pre-immigration clearance system that will allow passengers to complete immigration formalities before departure, enabling them to …
Global FinTech Investment Rises 21% In 2025
After long stints of uncertain valuations and cautious investors, new stats reveal that global fintech investment actually grew in 2025. According to a report published by Innovate Finance, fintech …
KIB participates in nationwide “Motawer” fintech innovation program
As part of its commitment to advancing financial innovation, empowering emerging talent, and supporting the advancement of the national economy, Kuwait …
Inside a 5 bedroom Dubai beachfront apartment with sea views
Step inside a 5 bedroom beachfront apartment located at Sonder in JBR Dubai. The apartment offers direct beach access, open living spaces, and sea views throughout. It shows how high end beachfront …
4 new Dubai hotels you need to see (and the cool things to do inside)
As to be expected from any top-notch hotel, there are wellness areas, landscaped gardens and plenty of dining options — 12 restaurants and four bars under one roof to be exact. In addition to its …
How to build a successful bank/fintech partnership
This content has been selected, created and edited by the Finextra editorial team based upon its relevance and interest to our community. Against a backdrop of rapid, wide-ranging technological …
Advisors, follow the fintech money
Global financial technology investment was essentially cut in half in 2016. Processing Content With this stark shift, it might seem that fintech is taking a turn for the worse, but the reality is very …
Best Hotels near Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) for 2025
Hotels ranked on industry awards, guest reviews and hotel class ratings Unbiased content created by U.S. News editors Photo tours of select hotels by local experts Navigate forward to interact with …
The City Buzz: Eid Al Etihad celebrations in Dubai
Dubai marks the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad from December 1–3 with fireworks, concerts, parades, cultural showcases, and retail festivities across the city. Expect dazzling fireworks at Dubai Festival …
Khansaheb lists HSE Programmes at Wafi Mall extension, hotel project
UAE-based construction and facilities management firm, Khansaheb has revealed a list of health and safety environment (HSE) programmes that it has implemented at the Wafi Mall Hotel and VOX Cinemas …
Somalia Ends UAE Security, Port Deals Over Sovereignty Row
Somalia canceled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates, citing what it called strong evidence of actions undermining the country’s sovereignty and unity.
CA-turned-Real-Estate-Mogul Ankur Aggarwal Explains Why 2026 Could Be Even Better for Smart Real Estate Investors
As Indian investors increasingly diversify beyond domestic assets, the UAE, particularly Dubai, has emerged as a preferred destination for real estate capital. The scale of activity underscores this …