Dubai Customs has raised its operational readiness for the peak summer travel season, with around three million passengers expected to pass through …
US eases chip export controls for UAE as $500M Trump crypto investment raises conflict questions
The Trump administration eased chip export controls for the UAE, authorizing $1B in Nvidia GPUs, while UAE-linked entities invested $500M in Trump’s crypto …
Sharjah announces bill payment extensions, instalment plans for tourism businesses
The new measures are aimed at enhancing sustainability and competitiveness of the tourism sector and strengthening the investment environment in the emirate …
Dubai influencer plunges to her death from 27th-floor apartment in front of girlfriend…who then sends curious voice note
AN influencer has plunged to her death from her 27th-floor flat in front of her girlfriend, who then reportedly sent a strange voice note. Glamorous content creator Kauana Bilhar, 26, plummeted to …
EGA resumes alumina output at Al Taweelah refinery in Abu Dhabi
It aims to have the technical capability to achieve full alumina production by the end of the year. However, further ramp-up at the Al Taweelah alumina refinery will depend on sup …
Expo City Dubai awards first Expo Green Licenses to six sustainability-focused businesses
Six businesses have become the first recipients of the UAE’s first green licenses that have been issued by Expo City Dubai, the legacy city of Expo 2020 Dubai. Expo City Dubai’s Expo Green License is …
MCA AI Day highlights the growing role of AI in business transformation
MCA Gulf successfully hosted MCA AI Day 2026 on June 24, 2026, at Taj Dubai, bringing together a strong gathering of business leaders, policymakers, clients, technology innovators and industry experts …
UAE boosts crude oil production to all-time high after OPEC exit, and crypto miners are paying attention
The UAE hit record crude oil output above 3.8 million bpd after exiting OPEC. Lower energy costs and sovereign wealth flows could impact Bitcoin mining and …
Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah appoints new Director of Sales & Marketing
The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah, part of Chedi Hospitality’s distinguished portfolio of heritage properties, has appointed Arvind Singh as Director of Sales & Marketing. Bringing more than 16 years of …
UAE’s Oil Output Hit Record High in June, IEA Says
The United Arab Emirates boosted crude oil production to an all-time high last month, the most compelling evidence yet of how Abu Dhabi responded more boldly than any of its Persian Gulf neighbors to …
Why Dubai residents are heading to malls as early as 6am this summer
From family bonding time to interval training, Dubai’s air-conditioned mallathons have become the city’s favourite summer fitness routine for many …
The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah appoints Arvind Singh as Director of Sales & Marketing
In his new role, he will lead the resort’s sales and marketing efforts, driving strategic initiatives to further strengthen The Chedi Al Bait’s position as Sharjah’s leading heritage destination …
30 UAE decision-makers address e-invoicing, cybersecurity, and AI in Dubai
Finance leaders, CIOs and technology experts examined enterprise readiness, data governance and AI implementation as the UAE advances mandatory e-invoicing …
UAE reveals plan to promote Emirati talent in tax sector
The UAE has launched a tax expansion plan aimed at promoting Emirati talent within the sector. Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Mulla, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), has announced a plan to …
One Point Legal and Instant POA launch integrated legal support desk for UAE businesses and international investors
The model is designed for founders, shareholders, property owners and overseas investors who often need several connected services for a single transaction …
Sharjah International Book Fair Awards 2026 open nominations until 31st August
SHARJAH, 9th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has opened nominations for the Sharjah International Book Fair Awards 2026, with a total prize fund of AED625,000 across 10 awards, …
UAE’s E& to sell Vodafone stake to French telecoms tycoon for nearly $6 billion
UAE telecoms operator E& Group said on Friday it would sell its entire stake in Vodafone to a company owned by the family group of French telecoms tycoon Xavier Niel for $5.95 …