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UAE announces public holiday for Islamic New Year: Is it a long weekend?
The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) made an announcement that Sunday July 7 will be a public holiday for Islamic New Year for the UAE private sector. Which means it won’t …
Dubai announces new mixed-use development project ‘DIFC Square’
The new development is part of the Centre’s plans to strengthen its position as a premier global financial hub under its 2030 strategy The Dubai International Financial Centre has started construction …
Early Tuesday Slump in Dubai’s Gold Market
The first day of the week brought a slight dip to Dubai’s gold market, with prices opening lower compared to the previous week’s closing figures. The data, compiled by the Dubai Jewellery Group, …
Fuse Finance revolutionizes payment solutions amid UAE’s record $30bln foreign investment surge
The MENA region digital payments market projected to grow $9 billion by 2028 The UAE is poised to achieve a record $30 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024 Dubai, UAE – Fuse Financial …
Dubai continues to establish a sustainable economic model
Council, in its 27th meeting headed by Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Free Zones Council, …
Exceptional levels of demand continue in Dubai’s residential market
Dubai – CBRE Middle East, the global leader in commercial real estate advisory services, released its latest edition of Dubai’s Residential Market Notes.
Noughties garage star 45, looks like she’s ageing backwards as she poses for sizzling mirror selfie in Dubai
THIS NOUGHTIES garage star keeps getting better with age. The popular hitmaker, 45, has left fans doing a double take – with fans saying “you’re ageing backwards”. But can …
Global Telco AI Alliance founding parties sign agreement
At TM Forum’s DTW24 – Ignite, the founding parties of the Global Telco AI Alliance (GTAA) signed a Joint Venture agreement with the objective of co-developing and launching a multilingual Telco Large …
Oscar-winner DNEG lands $2bn-plus valuation after Abu Dhabi fundraising
Oscar-winning UK movie tech firm DNEG Group has achieved a valuation of more than $2bn (£1.6bn) after an Abu Dhabi-backed fundraising to support expansion into producing its own films and games. …
Dubai updates energy demand strategy to push efficiency savings
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, issued Directive No. (1) of 2024 updating the strategy …
Huawei Showcases 5G-Advanced and AI Integration at MWC Shanghai 2024
In a significant industry initiative, Huawei launched the 5G-A Pioneers Program, reaching six consensuses with pioneering global operators, including UAE’s du, Oman Telecommunications, China’s “big …
When is the next public holiday in the UAE?
Wondering when the next public holiday in the UAE will be? From the next date and whether we will be off work or not, we have the answers.
A new Dhs210 million luxury mall is coming to Dubai
Dubai’s latest mall will include a supermarket … The Sobha Mall will be designed with greenery, water features, natural lighting, energy-efficient lighting, solar panels, green building materials …
Microsoft AI Deal With UAE’s G42 at Risk Over National Security Fears
Microsoft Corp. and G42, the United Arab Emirates artificial intelligence firm, announced plans to spend $1 billion on projects in Kenya, including a massive geothermal-powered data center. The deal …
DNEG Raises $200M From Abu-Dhabi Investment Firm United Al Saqer Group To Accelerate AI Drive
London-based The DNEG Group has secured a $200M capital injection from Abu Dhabi investment firm United Al Saqer Group (UASG). The UK-Indian company said the new funds would be used to accelerate the …
DNEG Raises $200M From Abu-Dhabi Investment Firm United Al Saqer Group To Accelerate AI Drive
London-based The DNEG Group has secured a $200M capital injection from Abu Dhabi investment firm United Al Saqer Group (UASG). The UK-Indian company said the new funds would be used to accelerate the …