Fintech remained a funding powerhouse in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) during the first quarter of 2025 as it recorded 362% year-on-year growth by attracting $384 million investment, the …
Masdar City in Abu Dhabi: A Model of Urban Sustainability
Nestled in the desert landscape of the UAE, Masdar City in Abu Dhabi is redefining what it means to build a city of the future. This pioneering urban development is designed to be one of the world’s …
There’s a cool new Formula One-inspired mocktail in Abu Dhabi
Your love for sport and mixology, shaken and stirred… This race day-inspired mocktail is simply called Grand Prix, and it’s part of La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi’s cool new beverage menu, Déjà vu, that …
Dubai Allows Free Zone Businesses to Expand to Mainland
Companies can apply for permits to conduct specific activities outside their free zone jurisdiction while remaining compliant with Dubai’s economic framework. The resolution however does not …
Trump’s Middle East visit comes as his family deepens its business, crypto ties in the region
It’s not just the “gesture” of a $400 million luxury plane that President Donald Trump says he’s smart to accept from Qatar. Or that he effectively auctioned off the first destination on his first …
US Weighs Letting UAE Buy Over a Million Advanced Nvidia Chips
The Trump administration is weighing a deal that would allow the United Arab Emirates to import more than a million advanced Nvidia Corp. chips, people familiar with the matter said, a quantity that …
Dubai Pioneers Global Smart City Innovations with New IFZA Partnership
The International Free Zone Authority and Smart City Council have partnered to advance smart city innovations, leveraging Dubai’s status as a leading economic hub. During the Smart Cities Summit North …
Super rich shift cash to UK, Dubai on Gen Z protests
Knight Frank reckons that the deadly protests against the 2024 Finance Bill prompted some investors to shift part of their wealth offshore.
US considers deal to let UAE import over a million advanced Nvidia chips: report
Trump administration considers major AI chip deal with UAE, stirring security concerns over possible Chinese access to Nvidia’s top technology.
Dubai Partners To Accept Bitcoin And Crypto for Government Services
Dubai just became one of the first governments in the world to allow payments to public services using Bitcoin, thanks to a new partnership with Crypto.com.
Sobha launches Sobha Central project in Dubai
The announcement follows Sobha Realty’s launch of its latest real estate project in the UAE emirate of Umm Al-Quwain. In April, Sobha signed a partnership agreement with Umm Al-Quwain Properties to …
Heads up, shoppers: Dubai Mall announces major route changes
Emaar continues to shape globally leading retail and leisure destinations with the unveiling of The District on March 1, 2025 — a contemporary precinct within the iconic Dubai Mall. This Dh1.5bn …
ADIB to showcase Islamic fintech innovation at Dubai Fintech Summit 2025
Showcasing its commitment to redefining ethical finance through digital innovation, AI and Sharia-compliant fintech …
Emirates NBD partners with Nasscom to drive cross-border fintech innovation between the UAE and India
MoU underscores Emirates NBD’s commitment to transform the region’s digital banking sector by leveraging India’s burgeoning FinTech ecosystem …
Dubai’s new blue visa explained (and how you can qualify)
The blue visa will grant a 10-year residency to people who have made extraordinary contributions to protecting our environment. First announced in 2024, and now officially launched in 2025, you can …
Five Abu Dhabi restaurants and one supermarket closed over food safety breaches
Five Abu Dhabi restaurants and one supermarket have been shut down after an intensive food safety inspection campaign. Lahore Garden Grill Restaurant & Cafeteria in Al Khalidiya, Karak Future …
Abu Dhabi’s G42 and Cisco sign initial agreement to explore AI investment
UAE artificial intelligence company G42 and US technology firm Cisco have signed an initial agreement on Tuesday to explore AI infrastructure development across the public and private sectors just …