Rak Bank has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to issue an AED-backed stablecoin.
Fate of Yemen separatist leader deepens southern crisis as Saudi-UAE tensions linger
The leader of Yemen’s southern separatists, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, was in the port city of Aden on Wednesday, the group said, after he skipped a flight to Riyadh for talks on a crisis that caused a …
Baidu’s Apollo Go gets Dubai’s very first driverless testing permit
Apollo Go secured Dubai’s first permit for fully driverless testing, enabling operations without a human safety driver on designated public roads. These development positions Apollo Go for potential …
Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games sets new benchmark
More than 1,000 athletes competed in Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games, which took place from 10-14 December 2025 …
5 completely free events happening in Dubai this week
From laser shows to free fireworks, the free events are around for a limited time, so don’t skip on your chance to see them before things wrap up.
Four deceased in Abu Dhabi crash laid to rest in Dubai
A sombre and emotional scene unfolded on Tuesday afternoon as four young Indian expatriate brothers, who were tragically killed in a car crash in Abu Dhabi, were laid to rest side by side at Al Qusais …
Baidu’s Apollo Go Secures Dubai’s First Fully Driverless Testing Permit, Launches Local Operations Hub
Baidu Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888) today announced that Apollo Go, its autonomous ride‑hailing platform, has received Dubai’s first driverless vehicle trial permit from the Roads and Transport …
Ziina launches Violet, a lifestyle membership built for everyday spending in the UAE
UAE residents live fast, global, and digitally connected lives. They shop online across currencies, commute daily, dine out, stay active, and rely on brands that seamlessly fit into their routines.
Sharjah Institute for Heritage enriches literature festival
The Sharjah Institute for Heritage contributes knowledge and valuable publications to the second edition of the Sharjah Literature Festival.The institute’s pavilion features over 1,100 specialised …
UAE Real Estate Heads into 2026 After AED 680B Year of Transactions
As the UAE heads into 2026, its real estate sector is entering the year on the back of robust growth, underpinned by strong population inflows, sustaine …
Dubai Design District to get a pedestrian friendly neighborhood
Dubai Design District (d3) is set to undergo a major transformation that will reshape it into a vibrant, pedestrian-first waterfront neighbourhood, with developers unveiling an ambitious masterplan …
Skydive Dubai marks 15 years with a legacy built on scale, safety and experience-led growth
Skydive Dubai exemplifies how experience-led vision, uncompromising safety and strategic partnerships create a world-leading adventure destination …
Gate Dubai Goes Live With VARA-Regulated Exchange Platform
Gate Dubai, the Dubai-based arm of leading crypto exchange Gate.io, has officially launched its regulated trading platform under a license from the Virtual …
Offshore centres post faster growth
“The UAE still remains a preferred destination for investors, compared to other GCC countries, because of improved transparency, better infrastructure, single-window solution and high comfort level in …
Beyond business: What is driving affluent Chinese families to Dubai?
Crucially, Dubai allows families to integrate business growth, personal residence, and wealth structures within a single jurisdiction. For families managing operating companies alongside succession …
Dubai World Trade Centre to host 71 events in H1 2026
During H1, events pause during Ramadan, before resuming after Eid with DUPHAT in March and Middle East Energy in April, DWTC said …
Dubai’s International City introduces paid parking from February 1
Dubai’s International City is officially going paid. Starting February 1, 2026, drivers will need to pay for parking in designated areas, with residential permits available for residents.Paid Parking …