The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has taken another major stride in reshaping the nation’s financial landscape with the launch of the world’s first sovereign financial cloud services infrastructure …
Masar 33 gears up: Dubai Customs teams with industry giants to boost national talent
The session brought together some of the world’s leading logistics and supply chain companies, highlighting the strength of public-private collaboration in supporting workforce localization …
Top Unicorn Startups in UAE 2026: Largest Private Companies
Overview: The UAE startup ecosystem has matured rapidly over the last decade, producing billion-dollar private companies across the fintech, AI, mobility, aviat …
UAE among world’s top 3 best countries to live in, says new report
According to Henley and Partners, the UAE recorded the most striking rise in 2025, moving from 5th to joint 2nd place on Global Residence Programme Index and entering the top 3 for the first time …
Gen Z influencers trade Europe for Dubai’s booming content economy
Young Europeans are increasingly looking beyond the continent to work, create and build careers, with Dubai emerging as a primary destination for Gen Z talent.
Global instability raises the bar for fintech delivery
South Africa’s fintech industry is navigating an unusual paradox. Charl Kleynhans, Altron Fintech senior manager: implementations Locally, most systems hum along smoothly – banks are stable, …
Dubai in 2025: Real Visa Options for Tech Founders & Remote Workers
The UAE now allows self-sponsored visas for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote professionals. Multiple pathways offer long-term stability without employer …
Dubai Customs explores ways to enhance employment in logistics sector with ‘Masar 33’ partners
Dubai Customs recently held a coordination meeting with strategic partners for the 2026 edition of the “Masar 33” initiative, targeting the private logistics sector. The meeting was attended by …
Sharjah real estate: Reduced registration fee leads to more sales and footfall at ACRES 2026
Sharjah Executive Council’s decision to reduce real estate registration fee for property transactions during the Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition ‘ACRES 2026’ resulted in nearly 2,750 transactions …
Dubai’s Yacht Events Scene Gains Momentum As Private Celebrations Move Offshore
(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) EINPresswire/ — Dubai’s luxury events landscape is evolving as private celebrations and corporate gatherings increasingly move beyond traditional venues. At the center of this …
UAE CIOs feel AI heat as 85% fear role risk within two years
Technology leaders say careers, credibility and corporate resilience now hinge on delivering measurable artificial intelligence outcomes.
Emirates Drug Establishment breaks monopoly of medical products in country
DUBAI, 24th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has announced that a new mechanism breaking the monopoly on medical products by requiring pharmaceutical companies to appoint …
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar push global Islamic fintech toward $341bln
Within the GCC, Saudi Arabia ranks first with an estimated market size of $77.2 billion, which is forecast to reach $120.9 billion in 2029; followed by the UAE with a market size of $10.5 billion that …
Dubai announces new ‘One Freezone Passport’ system
The free zone licence expansion process was completed in five days The Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZC) has announced the implementation of the One Freezone Passport, an initiative designed to enhance …
Swimmer, 84, wins seven medals at Abu Dhabi event
King of the Channel Michael Read is showing no signs of slowing down after swimming to victory.
ADCMC strengthens Abu Dhabi’s preparedness through 63 specialised training programmes, joint exercises in 2025
The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre – Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) continued to strengthen the emirate’s preparedness and enhance institutional resilience throughout 2025 by implementing an …
AI accountability risk grows for UAE CIOs as 85% fear role impact within two years
Ninety-eight per cent of UAE CIOs said their professional reputation or career trajectory will be shaped by their success with AI, the highest figure globally.