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 …
Abu Dhabi wealth fund Adia boosts private equity investments
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority has increased its private equity allocation and boosted its in-house portfolio management capabilities as the sovereign wealth funds continues to seek long-term …
Rokstone opens operations in DIFC
Rokstone Dubai will capture regional business in MENA not currently coming to London and expand Rokstone’s offering to regional carriers who cannot access its distribution in London …
Time to send money? UAE remittances to India, Philippines surge after Trump’s win
The elections have had a profound impact on global financial markets, driving up the US dollar and leading to a sharp decline in several Asian currencies …
UAE entrepreneurs most optimistic about business: HSBC
UAE – Some 98% of entrepreneurs in the UAE, one of the highest globally, are confident that their businesses are set to flourish, despite geopolitical uncertainty and global macroeconomic headwinds, …
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 …
Unbeatable Rewards Await Privilegeplus Members At Mercato And Town Centre Jumeirah
Enjoy 25% off Hala Taxi rides to and from Mercato Mall, 10% off at top UAE attractions through Kidzapp for family outings, and 10% off unforgettable water adventures with The Yellow Boat at iconic …
Visit Dubai Gold Souk extension this festive season and drive away in the region’s first 24k gold Cybertruck
This winter season, Dubai’s Gold Souk Extension is set to dazzle gold shoppers. With a legacy of exceptional retail offerings and deep cultural roots, the Souk is the perfect destination for embracing …
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 …