According to data from the Ministry of Investment, the total new and announced capital inflows of foundational Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in 2023 reached $16bn, reflecting the UAE’s status as a …
‘Zero Civic Sense’: Man Rants About Indian Talking Loudly On Phone At Abu Dhabi Airport | Viral
As per the other man, the incident unfolded at the lounge of the Abu Dhabi Airport, which only made the incident further problematic, as the two were mostly surrounded by non-Indians- possibly judging …
UAE’s diplomatic faux pas in Sudan: Genocide allegations mar Abu Dhabi’s neutral image
The relationship between Sudan and the UAE is complex, characterised by both cooperation and recent tensions. However, the UAE’s alleged support for the RSF against the non-Arab Masalit tribe has beco …
Quicken Simplifi Review 2025
Please see my full disclosure policy for details. Quicken Simplifi is an all-in-one budgeting app that allows you to track spending, create spending plans, view transactions and reports …
Dubai real estate transactions top $13.9bn in February; off-plan v ready property split and top areas revealed
The Dubai real estate sector saw around 16,099 transactions were recorded in February, according to Property Finder data. This represents an increase of 35 per cent compared to February 2024. The …
Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: How much can you save if you buy gold from Dubai? Check import duty, permitted quantity
As of March 2025, gold in Dubai is priced at $887.63 per 10 grams, translating to Rs 77,281.46. In contrast, the same quantity in Mumbai costs approximately Rs 87,480, reflecting an 11.58% price …
Abu Dhabi Is Said to Weigh Reviving AIQ Share Sale Amid AI Boom
Abu Dhabi’s state oil firm and data analytics company Presight AI Holding Plc have held early-stage talks about potentially reviving plans to list their artificial intelligence joint venture, people …
Everton’s Jake O’Brien on recharging in Abu Dhabi, the David Moyes effect and being club’s next Irish star
Just when Jake O’Brien thought his month had peaked, he found himself stretched out on a sun lounger at the Ritz-Carlton in Abu Dhabi. February 2025 was particularly kind to Everton’s towering Irish …
Sharjah Museums Authority showcases initiatives, innovations at ITB Berlin 2025
Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) concluded its participation at ITB Berlin 2025, a leading travel trade show, held from 4th to 6th March under the umbrella of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism …
Repatriating Expatriate Bodies from UAE: Full Process Guide
When an expatriate passes away in Dubai or anywhere in the UAE, repatriating the body to their home country involves several legal and logistical steps. The process requires coordination between …
HE Alia Al Mazrouei On The UAE’s Entrepreneurial Edge
Eye-popping fundraising figures. Industry-shaping mergers and initiatives. Groundbreaking deals and partnerships.If the flurry of announcements coming from the UAE’s entrepreneurial arena of late is …
Insights: Real estate in Dubai could shift to net-zero buildings by 2030
Dubai’s developers, regulators, and investors are converging towards a single goal: a net-zero built environment, says Hisham El Assaad …
Ranya Rao’s 14.2kg gold bust: Here’s what makes Dubai the ultimate bullion destination
Dubai has long been a global leader in gold trade, housing the Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX) and the historic Gold Souk in Deira, where traders, investors, and tourists flock.
Sharjah Media organises ‘Shams Ramadan e-sports tournament’
The Sharjah Media City (Shams) has announced the organisation of the “Shams Ramadan Tournament” for electronic sports, scheduled to take place from 8th to 14th March 2025, with a total prize pool of …
New exhibition at NYU Abu Dhabi shines light on the unseen artisans of the Freej Al Murar district
This is about giving a voice to the invisible,” explains Hadeyah Badri, one third of the Sharjah-based Mobius Design Studio that has put together a new exhibition running at NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery …
6 Reasons Millionaires Are Moving to the UAE in Droves
High-networth individuals often move to different regions of the world to escape bad situations in their home nations, get tax breaks, start businesses, or enjoy a better quality of life. The …
Five of the most important fintech VCs investing heavily in the sector
Global investing in fintech startups is starting to see an uptick. Just this week, KPMG issued its Pulse of Fintech report for the second half of 2024. In …