Welcome to GPblog’s daily liveblog. Follow the best news throughout the day here! The Aston Martin Vantage Safety Car used during the dramatic closing stages of the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has been …
Fire breaks out at warehouse in Abu Dhabi’s Al Muzoon industrial area, no injuries reported
A major fire erupted at an Abu Dhabi warehouse on February 23, 2026, triggering a swift emergency response. Civil defence and police teams are actively battling the blaze, with no casualties reported …
UAE foils massive AI cyber attack targeting government digital systems
The UAE thwarted a major cyberattack this past weekend. Sophisticated AI-powered assaults targeted national digital platforms and vital infrastructure. The UAE Cybersecurity Council confirmed the …
UAE launches first 7-year Islamic sukuk: AED 550m tranche sees sixfold demand surge
The UAE has successfully launched its first seven-year Islamic Treasury Sukuk. This new offering, valued at AED550 million, attracted nearly six times its value in bids. The issuance marks the longest …
Over 100 nationalities invest $2.2bn in Abu Dhabi real estate
More than 100 nationalities bought property in Abu Dhabi in 2025 as overseas investment registered double-digit growth, official data shows. Foreign direct investment in property reached AED8.2 …
Abu Dhabi’s G42 to deploy AI supercomputer in India
Abu Dhabi-backed technology group G42 will deploy a national-scale artificial intelligence supercomputer in India in partnership with US chipmaker Cerebras. The unit will deliver 8 exaflops of …
Fire breaks out in Abu Dhabi warehouse; teams battle blaze on site
A fire broke out during the morning hours of Monday, February 23, in an Abu Dhabi warehouse, the emirate’s police revealed. The blaze reportedly took place at a warehouse in the Capital’s Al Muzoon …
UAE emerges Oman’s top trading partner in non-oil exports in 2025
The UAE topped the list of Oman’s trading partners last year in non-oil exports, re-export activities, and merchandise imports, said a report. The sultanate’s foreign trade performance remained …
How Coco Gauff fared financially after Dubai semi-final defeat
Coco Gauff’s run at the Dubai Tennis Championships came to a halt in the semi-finals. The American star lost to Elina Svitolina, who has now won two straight meetings between the pair.
Dubai trophy ceremony sparks backlash after Jessica Pegula victory
Jessica Pegula finished off a great week by beating Elina Svitolina to win the Dubai title. It was Pegula’s fourth WTA 1000 crown.
UAE cybersecurity authority warns residents against sharing personal data on social media
Residents are urged not to disclose detailed information about home or workplace addresses as well as personal phone numbers …
Antier Launches VARA-Ready White-Label Crypto Exchange for UAE & MENA
Antier has launched a VARA-compliant white label crypto exchange software designed for financial institutions entering regulated digital-asset markets in the UAE and wider MENA region. Developed in …
Pillars of Asia to Debut in Dubai 2026, Aiming to Spotlight Regional Leadership and Innovation
Dubai will host the 2026 edition of “The Pillars of Asia,” a recognition platform positioned to honour innovators and leaders from across the continent. Organised under the banner of NBExperience, the …
Safety first: Abu Dhabi Police launch winter tourism awareness campaign
The Tourism Police Department at Abu Dhabi Police has implemented an awareness initiative aimed at tourists and visitors of winter camps across the emirate.
Sharjah Airport implements Ramadan initiative
As part of its continued commitment to elevating the passenger experience and providing an integrated and comfortable travel environment, Sharjah …
Sharjah introduces electronic toll gates for trucks: How fees will be collected
The ‘Masar’ system uses sensors and artificial intelligence to automatically read data and collect fees without stopping vehicles …
Dubai Tennis Championships 2026 tennis order of play and TV coverage – Saturday 21 February
You can watch the Dubai Tennis Championships 2026 live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports Main Event. Sky Sports can be added to any Sky TV package for just £22 per month for all nine sports channels …