DUBAI: Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), said that Dubai tourism has enjoyed a 3% year-on …
Dubai CommerCity partners with qeen.ai, Portmind to accelerate AI adoption within free zone
Dubai CommerCity (DCC), the region’s first free zone dedicated to digital commerce, and a joint venture between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Properties, today …
Unlocking the future: Why Dubai is becoming a launchpad for AI startups globally
The UAE has achieved a remarkable position among the top 10 countries with the most AI companies per million people …
Commercial Bank of Dubai Q1 net profit rises 18.1%
Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) on Thursday reported a net profit after tax result of Dh828 million for the first quarter of 2025, up 18.1 per cent against the prior comparative period. Strong growth …
‘Now You See Me Now You Don’t’ Unveils Abu Dhabi Shoot & Locations
EXCLUSIVE: Lionsgate has unveiled the Emirati capital of Abu Dhabi as a key shooting location for Now You See Me Now You Don’t.
Knicks, Sixers will play preseason games in Abu Dhabi next October
This will be the fourth consecutive year the league has held a preseason game in Abu Dhabi, last season, the Celtics and Nuggets played two games. This matchup is not the only overseas NBA preseason …
Hub71 records $2.17 billion in startup funding as Abu Dhabi rises among global tech hubs
Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, on Thursday announced that in 2024, startups within its purview secured a record $2.17 billion (Dh8.02 billion) in funding; a 44.7% year-on-year increase from …
Sharjah highlights tourism excellence at Arabian Travel Market 2025
Sharjah is preparing to participate in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, scheduled to take place from April 28 to May 1, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Sharjah pavilion, under the …
Oman’s history is rich, honourable and authentic, says Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Sultan
In an interview aired on Sharjah TV, His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, spoke with …
Bank of Sharjah approves consolidated financial statements for year ended December 31, 2024
Bank of Sharjah held its 52nd Annual General Assembly Meeting (AGM) on April 23, 2025. The meeting was chaired by MSalem Al Ghammai, Board member, and attended by members of the Board of Directors, …
Dubai’s residential sales up 22.4%, commercial deals rise 18.2% in Q1
Residential property sales increased by 22.4% year-on-year, with a 29.6% increase in the total value sold, driven by strong investor sentiment, rising population figures, and a steady flow of global …
EFG appoints Soha Nashaat as executive chair of Dubai subsidiary
Nashaat will be based in Dubai, reporting to Patrick Ramsey, head of EFG’s Continental Europe and Middle East region.
After Model Y, Tesla’s Cybertruck spotted in India: All you need to know
A Tesla Cybertruck, bearing Dubai plates, was spotted in Mumbai, suggesting a private import rather than an official launch. This sighting follows the …
Dubai CommerCity partners with qeen.ai and Portmind to accelerate AI adoption within the free zone
Partnerships announced during Dubai AI Week, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Knicks, 76ers to play 2 preseason games in NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025
LONDON AND ABU DHABI — The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) today announced that The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 will feature …
NBA going back to Abu Dhabi for pair of preseason games in October
The NBA is returning to the Persian Gulf next season. The league has announced that New York and Philadelphia will play preseason games on Oct. 2 and 4 in Abu Dhabi.
Knicks, 76ers chosen for Abu Dhabi preseason games
The Knicks and 76ers will play preseason games on Oct. 2 and 4 in Abu Dhabi, marking the fourth consecutive year that the NBA has played preseason games there.