The UAE has successfully launched a satellite in a “strategic milestone”, the nation’s space agency said on Wednesday. The satellite, called Arab Satellite 813, is the first Arab satellite to feature …
Checkout.com named as ‘Fintech of the Year 2025’ by MENA Fintech Association at Abu Dhabi Finance Week
The company was recognised for advancing payment performance for merchants in the region, as well as delivering market-first innovations with ecosystem partners …
Abu Dhabi seeks to build bridge between new media & finance
Instead of waiting for the future of media, Abu Dhabi is building it. The city played host this week to leading names from media and entert.
Norris ‘ignored’ McLaren warning in Abu Dhabi with Vegas DSQ fresh in the memory
Winning his debut World title in Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening, Lando Norris performed the traditional burnout, but it was done under a note of caution from McLaren as its Las Vegas double DSQ remained …
Sharjah Ruler promotes 348 employees of environment authority
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued an Emirati decree approving the general …
Elizabeth Jack-Rich, Dangote, Elumelu among African leaders driving UAE–Africa development agenda
Elizabeth Jack-Rich, Nigerian business leader and chief executive officer of ELIN Group, was among a select group of Africa’s top private-sector leaders invited to the African Business Leaders …
UAE businesses accelerate AI adoption but face mounting infrastructure and skills challenges, Kyndryl report finds
With 86 per cent of organisations in the UAE experiencing a cyber-related outage in the past year, cybersecurity remains urgent …
How the UAE is emerging as the new global education and career hub
Dubai is rapidly becoming a top destination for students worldwide. The city’s universities are expanding, attracting international talent with new programs and global rankings. Favorable visa reforms …
UAE telco giant e& taps dirham stablecoin for bill payments pilot
United Arab Emirates’ telecom giant e& is reportedly preparing to test whether regulated stablecoins can support mainstream consumer payments, having signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Al …
Sharjah ruler promotes 348 employees of EPAA
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced the promotion of 348 employees from the Environment and Protected Areas Authority. In …
Ready for a faster stay? Dubai launches citywide contactless hotel check-in
Dubai just dropped a citywide upgrade for travelers: a one-time biometric, fully contactless hotel check-in that works across the entire city. No more standing in long lobby queues or digging through …
Skip brunch: Dubai’s freshest seafood party is at Waterfront Market this winter
Dubai’s Waterfront Market is running a Seafood Festival from 10 Dec 2025 to 7 Jan 2026, with fresh catches, kids’ activities, prizes and dining deals in Deira.
Emirati, international firms showcase new AI solutions to transform Dubai government services
Dubai Future Foundation announced the conclusion of the second edition of the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) Accelerator Programme, which brought together AI companies from the UAE …
AI-Manipulated Clip Viral To Claim Tejas Jet Wasn’t Cleared To Fly in Dubai
An AI-manipulated video is being shared to falsely claim that the Tejas fighter jet was not cleared to fly during the Dubai Airshow.
Dubai Chocolate is Taking the World’s Taste Buds by Storm: These Are Our 6 Favs
If you haven’t heard the satisfying snap and crunch of a Dubai chocolate bar yet, your algorithm might be lagging. This confectionery sensation, typically a chunky bar filled with creamy pistachio …
UAE launches first air-to-water station for clean drinking water
Dubai is pushing the sustainability game even further with a first-of-its-kind project: a Waqf water station that literally turns air humidity into clean drinking water. Yes, water… from the air. And …
UAE’s mobile market set for data-driven growth as 5G subscriptions surge
The mobile services sector in the UAE is set for a steady advance over the rest of the decade as demand for high-volume data plans and widespread 5G adoption reshape how consumers and businesses use …