“The talent show, X Factor, brings a valuable addition to Dubai TV programs grid and aligns with Dubai Media long-term business strategy as our main goal is to keep our Arabic audience engaged, …
Is surfing the UAE’s best-kept secret?
Tucked away on a tranquil road in the beachside area of Umm Suqeim, the white and blue Surf House Dubai buzzes as it prepares for a new season. A rack of wetsuits hangs in the yard near rows of …
UAE: Masdar City Free Zone introduces specialised AI business package
The Masdar City Free Zone has introduced a new licensing package for start-ups and businesses focused on artificial intelligence (AI). The package is part of a collaboration between Masdar City and …
Emirati accomplishments celebrated with honorary degrees at Heriot-Watt University Dubai’s graduation ceremonies
Honorary degrees conferred upon Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan and His Excellency Dr Abdullah Bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi for their contributions to sustainability ah …
UAE Launches “Air-CRAFT” Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Technologies
CRAFT, is supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, and comprises eight founding entities: ADNOC, Boeing, Emirates, ENOC Group, Etihad, …
Making (Business) Sense Out Of Sustainability
El Agamy has been a part of the UAE’s entrepreneurial ecosystem since 2008, perhaps best known for her role as the General Manager of the Tharawat Family Business Forum, a knowledge resource and …
First look: chic Chinese dining at Moli by Shi, Dubai Hills
Sophisticated Chinese dining with a sultry, soirée vibes? That’s wholly Moli… Fans of Asian fine dining are probably already well aware of Shi and its sophisticated Chinese charms. The word ‘elevated’ …
Dubai’s Tristar Group unveils second solar project in Collaboration with TotalEnergies
The Dubai-headquartered Tristar Group inaugurated on Monday its latest solar power venture in Dubai, with a capacity of 464 kilowatt peak (kWp), at its specialised warehouse facility within the Jebel …
Dubai emerges among top five most affordable cities globally for expat housing
The ranking is based on several factors such as changes in the real estate markets of cities with an attractive business environment for expats …
‘We’re staying away from Gaza’: Palpable silence at the Dubai Air Show
Under the screams of Russian, Chinese, and American warplanes vying for attention above the Dubai Air Show tarmac, the silence on the Israel-Hamas war was deafening. As exhibitors paraded a host of …
Year After Raising $18M, Lewis Hamilton’s ‘Neat Burger’ Takes Harsh Step to Avert Crisis
Remember how many drivers complained of the Qatar GP being too harsh to drive in? Lewis Hamilton came out with the statement explaining how F1 is an extreme sport and should remain that way. The …
Dubai’s ‘Miracle Garden’ amidst a water scarcity challenge, and more from around the world
In the UAE, where 42 per cent of water is sourced from energy-intensive desalination plants, the nation faces the challenge of meeting one of the world’s highest water consumption rates – an average …
FICC to increase the number of banks supported by CBI
The FICC announced on Tuesday that it has undertaken an initiative to increase the number of correspondent banks supported by the CBI.
Exporters hail govt’s move to allow TRQ holders under India-UAE trade pact to import gold through IIBX
Gems and jewellery exporters on Tuesday welcomed the government’s move to allow valid licence holders to import specified quantities of gold at concessional customs duty from the UAE under the free …
COP28 in UAE: New Dubai fintech platform to transform environmental, social, corporate governance
Ahead of COP28, fintech platform Fils was launched in Dubai on Monday to help global businesses turn intent into action when integrating sustainable values into the core of digital payments. The …
Rapid increase in bilateral trade, tourist traffic reflects booming Indonesia-UAE ties: Indonesian Envoy
A rapid increase in Indonesia-UAE bilateral trade since the enforcement of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on 1st September 2023, and a surge in tourist traffic reflect …
Fintech for good: New innovative payments platform Fils to transform the world of ESG
Fils is a first of its kind infrastructure that is powering sustainable action with an API that seamlessly connects digital payments infrastructure, bringing individual, corporates and impact projects …