The global bank projected that inflation in the country would stay at three per cent for three consecutive years …
Dubai real estate is telling a new story, and agents need to listen
The response has been electric. Entrepreneurs are looking for practical, well-sized Grade A spaces to set up businesses here. It’s clear that Dubai’s reputation as a commercial hub is being translated …
Dubai fintech Alaan raises $48mln for GCC expansion
Dubai-headquartered fintech Alaan has secured $48 million to support its expansion plans in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The Series A funding round drew investments from Peak XV Partners …
The Invisible Architecture of Trust: Dubai’s Unseen Pillars of Success
As we continue to navigate the complexities of a rapidly changing world, the importance of trust in leadership and vision has never been more vital. From ensuring visitor safety in a challenging …
Investors are rushing to Dubai: Here’s why you shouldn’t wait
Initiatives such as the Golden Visa and the 10-year investor visa have bolstered buyer confidence by offering long-term security …
Dubai’s residential real estate sales values climb 36.4% to AED 262bn
Off-plan sales accounted for over 70 percent of transactions, though demand for ready homes is increasing, with 27,400 deals recorded …
How not to do business in Dubai: $8 mn pitch dies as founder ignores one golden rule
Across the table sat a powerful UAE family office—low profile but deeply entrenched in the region, with a legacy retail chain struggling with online conversion.
Asia’s Fintech Revolution: Mobile Banks Are Reshaping Finance
Maksym Sakharov, co-founder and CEO of WeFi, explores how Asia’s mobile-first fintech companies have reshaped the global financial landscape by bypassing legacy systems and reaching hundreds of …
Dubai Investments H1 2025 profit before tax surges to Dh546.28 million
Dubai Investments, the leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), on Tuesday reported that profit before tax for the six-month period ended 30 June 2025 stood …
Minor earthquake strikes Sharjah’s Khorfakkan, reports NCM
A 2 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Sharjah’s Khorfakkan at 20:35 (UAE time) on Tuesday, 5th August 2025, according to the National Seismic Network …
Dubai’s July rebound underscores UAE’s strong non‑oil growth path
The Dubai Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) climbed to 53.5 from a 45‑month low of 51.8 in June, signalling a solid improvement in operating conditions. The rebound was driven by stronger demand, …
Dubai’s new AI parking system: 36,000 spaces covered for vehicles
The system enables a truly zero-interaction customer journey, aligning with Dubai’s push toward an intelligent mobility infrastructure …
Parkin, Dubai Holding partner to deliver smart parking solutions in Dubai
Dubai’s foremost provider of paid parking facilities, Parkin Company PJSC (Parkin), has formalised a collaboration with Dubai Holding, the global investor managing projects in over 30 countries. This …
Boon For Businesses: Dubai Launches ‘One Freezone Passport’ To Boost Business Expansion
Dubai has launched the One Freezone Passport that allows companies to operate across all of the Emirate’s free zones with a single license.
AI-powered fintech Alaan raises $48M, one of the largest Series A rounds in MENA
When Parthi Duraisamy was a consultant at McKinsey’s Dubai office, he discovered that the American Express cards his company relied on for corporate …
McKinsey Alumni-Founded Dubai Fintech Rides Mideast Startup Boom
A Dubai-based fintech founded by two former McKinsey & Co. consultants has raised $48 million, underscoring continued investor confidence in Middle Eastern startups.
Tarabut Secures In-Principle Approval from the Central Bank of the UAE, Marking a Milestone for Embedded Finance and Financial Inclusion
Tarabut, MENA’s leading regulated financial tech platform has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) …